The Tapestry and the Hustle: Professional Sensemaking in a World That Doesn’t Make Sense

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 2:15PM–3:00PM MT | Mile High Ballroom 2A3A, Lower Level
Session Type: Featured Session
Delivery Format: Featured Session

In this session, Dr. Eaton explores the metaphor of career as tapestry, a framework for professional sensemaking for those with nonlinear careers. Explore how the compound interest of practice coupled with discernment and attention can help professionals work towards meaningful and, at least internally, coherent careers.

Session presenter Lance Eaton is the recipient of the 2026 EDUCAUSE Leadership Award.

Award sponsored by Moran Technology Consulting, 2026 EDUCAUSE Mission Partner.
 

Presenters

  • Lance Eaton

    Senior Associate Director of AI in Teaching and Learning, Northeastern University