Strategic Thinking Starts Here: Actionable Takes on the EDUCAUSE Top 10

Thursday, October 01, 2026 | 1:00PM–1:45PM MT | Meeting Room 405-406, Street Level
Session Type: Breakout Session
Delivery Format: Panel Session
Each year, the EDUCAUSE Top 10 Issues outlines the most pressing priorities shaping the future of higher education technology. However, young professionals often wonder: "How do I connect this to my work? Where do I even start?" It is easy to think these issues are only for CIOs and senior leaders, making it difficult to understand the connection of the Top 10 to your work as a young professional. This session breaks down the Top 10 into practical, approachable concepts that connect directly to the day-to-day work of early-career professionals. This isn't another Top 10 overview; it's an interactive problem-solving sprint involving real challenges faced by young professionals. Join us to turn this year's Top 10 priorities into your action plan!

Presenters

  • Calvin Groves

    Assistant Vice Chancellor for Educational Technologies and Customer Experience, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

  • Jay James

    Cybersecurity Operations Manager, Auburn University

  • Devon Keys

    Manager, Shared Technology Solutions, BCNET

  • Mark McCormack

    Interm VP Research, Insights and Analytics, EDUCAUSE

  • Lori Robbins

    Head of AI Strategy, Denison University