Innovation is at the core of the EDUCAUSE mission to lead the way, advancing the strategic use of technology and data to further the promise of higher education. We connect and empower our member community through insights, advocacy, resources, and learning opportunities to anticipate trends and strengthen professional practice. Each year, we highlight opportunities for attendees of our annual conference that reflect our commitment to bring innovative ideas and experiences to our members.
Join an Exclusive, Innovation-Driven Learning Experience
- Preconference Workshop: Scaling Innovation: Design a Generative AI Expo for Your Campus
Monday, October 21 | 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Separate registration is required - Leadership Series: Participate in the EDUCAUSE Leadership Series | Exploring Artificial Intelligence Use Cases, Applications, and Initiatives in Higher Education
Tuesday, October 22 and Wednesday, October 23 | 12:15–1:30 p.m. (lunch included)
Separate registration is required.
Discover a New Technology
This year, the newly designed EDUCAUSE Commons is so much more than “just an exhibit hall.” Stop by on Tuesday, October 22, from 10:15 a.m.–5:15 p.m. and Wednesday, from 9:00 a.m.– 4:45 p.m., and look for these experiences:
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Tech Innovation Playground | EDUCAUSE Commons, Halls 1–3, First Level
Immerse yourself in cutting-edge technologies.- Try Engage’s technology for applying spatial computing, VR/AR, AI, and Metaverse services for practical training, learning, events, and PD.
- See what it's like to feel the world around you with Haptic’s tactile journey technology.
- Experience the fusion between VR and public speaking with Ovation VR.
- Update your headshot in the Snapmatic AI photo booth.
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Emerging Tech Experience | Located throughout the Commons Within Each Neighborhood*
Connect with early-stage solutions providers and learn about their emerging technologies for higher ed. Stay tuned to the conference agenda to find out which emerging companies will be participating and make a plan to visit them onsite.*The EDUCAUSE Commons has been conveniently designed around three of your most pressing areas of interest: Enterprise Strategy, Infrastructure, and Support; Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Risk Management; and Teaching and Learning. Learn more about this year's newly revamped format and experience!
Network with Innovators Driving the Future of Technology
- Tuesday, October 22 | 8:00–8:45 a.m.
Look What AI Made Us Do: Innovating and Evolving Education - Tuesday, October 22 | 11:30 a.m.–2:15 p.m.
AI Community Group Open House - Tuesday, October 22 | 1:45–2:30 p.m.
Emerging Tech Community Group Meeting Featuring an Expert Panel and Professional Networking - Wednesday, October 23 | 3:00–3:45 p.m.
Balancing Innovation with Academic Integrity in the AI Era - Thursday, October 24 | 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
General Session on how AI will impact higher education - For more session ideas on innovation, search the program by the “Innovation and Emerging Technologies” track or use the keyword search to find “innovation” embedded in other sessions.