Technology and Communication in Action: Enhancing Campus Dining Through Innovation

Let’s explore how strategic use of technology and clear communication transformed the experience of students and staff during an 18-month renovation of our largest dining facility at the University of Pittsburgh. This session highlights the tools and systems we used to stay connected, maintain service continuity, and build anticipation. We’ll also discuss how integrated technology solutions now support a one-stop shop model—streamlining everything from dining and vending to retail and parking—to meet the evolving expectations of today’s campus community.

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Budgeting the SharkCard Services Way

Budgeting is an essential responsibility for every card office, so make it impactful. Discover the strategies that have enabled SharkCard Services at Nova Southeastern University to secure funding for both daily operations and significant projects. Gain the flexibility and confidence to support your office’s success and resilience, no matter the challenges ahead.

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Temporary Campus Cards and Kiosks

What do your students do when they lose their campus card, and the office is closed? Look no further! At WSU, we installed temporary card kiosks across campus. These temporary card kiosks allow students to check out a temporary card to access their facilities and meal plans if they misplace their card, lock it in their room, and if the campus card office is closed. This system allows students to access their dorms and meals for a short period of time while they find or replace their card, and it has been incomparably valuable for our students.

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Cost-Effective Marketing Strategies for Campus Card Offices

Watch an engaging and practical webinar designed specifically for campus card office professionals looking to maximize their marketing impact without stretching their budgets. Featuring insights from three different institutions, this session will showcase creative, free, and low-cost strategies to promote your card office’s services and engage your campus community. Presenters will share real-world examples of how they leverage available resources for effective communications and marketing campaigns. Attendees are encouraged to bring questions and ideas—this is a great opportunity to learn, exchange tips, and leave with actionable takeaways to enhance your outreach efforts.

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Zero to Hero: Building Out Campus Card Services One Step at a Time

Implementing changes to card services and technology on campus can feel overwhelming, but with the right approach, you can make impactful improvements one step at a time. McMaster University, in collaboration with TouchNet, is here to guide you through a proven, manageable process that will help you create a holistic campus experience tailored to the evolving needs of the next generation of students.

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Mercury MP Intelligent Controllers, Embedded Apps, Cyber Resilience, and the Power of Open Architecture

Campus security is evolving fast — is your infrastructure ready? Join us for an exclusive NACCU member webinar as we explore the future of access control with Mercury MP controllers and the new Embedded Application Environment. We’ll cover essential design best practices, dive into critical cybersecurity updates like AES encryption, TLS 1.3, and OSDP Secure Channel, and examine how these changes impact the systems many campuses rely on today.

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