Dawn Thomas, NACCU CEO, sits down with Jamie Hodgson, Vice President of Sales at Agilysys, for a conversation about the evolving campus dining experience. Jamie shares how student expectations around convenience, mobility, and choice are shaping the way campuses deliver food service, and why integrating mobile ordering, kiosks, and traditional checkout into one unified platform is becoming increasingly important.
Continue readingVirtual EXPO Showcase Streamlining Campus ID Issuance with identityONE & CaptureME
Join Unicard for an interactive visual showcase of identityONE and CaptureME, our bespoke ID issuance and capture platforms trusted by universities around the world. This session will demonstrate how institutions are simplifying the entire ID lifecycle, from data capture and approvals through to card production and verification, using solutions that are tailored to each institution and integrated directly into existing campus infrastructure, systems, and workflows.
Continue readingNACCU NetworX: Canada – Using AI in the Photo Approval Process
At a recent NACCU NetworX Canada virtual event, Maida Chaudhry from Ontario Tech University and Lina Gallego from the University of Alberta shared overviews regarding how AI is used in the student ID photo approval process.
Continue readingASSA ABLOY Software Solutions: How Technology Can Manage Door Openings
Discover ASSA ABLOY’s comprehensive software suite, including Openings Studio, PERSONA Campus Online, SimpleK, and our newest acquisition, SiteOwl. From design and lifecycle management to access control and key management, learn how these solutions help you efficiently manage openings across your campus and facilities.
Continue readingWhat’s Next for Campus Credentials?…An Interview with Secanda
John Ogle, NACCU Membership Experience and Education Director, interviews Sébastien Dayer, CEO of Secanda. In this conversation, Sébastien shares how Secanda is redefining university identity ecosystems by shifting from card-based systems to a central identity model.
Continue readingEnhance Your One Card with the SECANDA Next-Gen One ID Solution
Meet SECANDA Inc, a new player in the North American market with 20+ years of credentialing experience in Europe. SECANDA Suite, along with their app and mobile wallet, is their solution to the university One Card problem. More than a One Card, SECANDA’s One ID system connects your campus with the most flexible and interoperable software on the market. SECANDA knows identity is the key to modernization in the evolving university ecosystem, and SECANDA Suite is your key to futureproofing your campus.
Continue readingDelivering a 5-star Experience to Gen-Alpha Students
The next generation of students, Gen-Alpha, are arriving on campuses with expectations shaped by a digital-first world. They demand seamless, personalized, and secure experiences at every touchpoint. Discover how advanced card technologies, like contactless smart cards and mobile credential solutions, are enhancing campus security, streamlining access to resources, and elevating the overall campus experience. From enabling secure and frictionless dormitory access to improving dining options and event participation, Entrust printers can play a key role in creating a connected, efficient, and innovative campus environment.
Continue readingInnovations Shaping the Future … an Interview with Transact + CBORD
Dawn Thomas, NACCU CEO, interviews Read Winkelman, Vice President, Campus ID and Business Leader at Transact + CBORD. Listen as they discuss innovations that are shaping the future of the higher edtech industry, including the introduction of AI tools in campus ID systems, the benefits of unified and integrated solutions across the student experience, and how Transact + CBORD partners with institutions to co-create technology that meets the evolving needs of today’s students and administrators.
Continue readingUM Western’s Incentive Program Using Student ID Cards
The Paw Prints for Success Program is an incentive program that gets students involved in on campus activities by swiping their Bulldog Card at events. Learn the ins and outs, processes and successes of this popular program!
Continue readingEvolution of Mobile Credentials…An Interview with HID
John Ogle, NACCU Membership Experience and Education Director, interviews Tim Nyblom, Director of End User Business Development for Higher Education at HID. Listen as they discuss the evolution of mobile credentials on campus, from HID’s new role as a credential manager to the expansion of Google Wallet support in higher education. Tim also shares insights from the groundbreaking University of Arizona deployment, explores how Generation Alpha’s expectations are driving digital transformation, and highlights why open architecture and choice are essential for the future of campus access.
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