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At APPA’s spring conference in April, members from across North America gathered under the theme “Campuses of the Future.” The organization recognized members for outstanding work in multiple areas. Dave Maharrey received the Meritorious Service Award, an award given to a member who has made signifi Continue Reading
For the first time in history, five generations—The Silent Generation, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z—are working side-by-side in America’s higher education institutions. This unprecedented multi-generational workplace presents challenges and... Continue Reading
In this white paper, Siemens explores seven strategic principles for enhancing security in higher education institutions. Recognizing a complex and evolving security landscape, Siemens outlines a comprehensive approach to safeguarding campus communities while maintaining an open and inviting... Continue Reading
A well-maintained smart campus can differentiate your institution, fostering a sense of inclusion, belonging, and excellence that helps students thrive while enabling innovation and collaboration. Continue Reading
The Siemens white paper titled “Securing Our Schools” highlights five key strategies for enhancing security in K-12 schools, emphasizing the vital role of technology and community partnership. As school safety concerns grow, Siemens advocates for a proactive approach to threat... Continue Reading
A truly Smart School delivers the optimal environment that supports learning in every way, from improving productivity and health to understanding how technology is changing our world and engaging students with the workforce skills of tomorrow. Continue Reading
Why choose indirect lighting to illuminate spaces for all indoor sports? Parameters: First, you must have a clean white ceiling (16 feet to 100 feet tall) to use indirect LED lighting efficiently because it reflects the light back down to the floor. If the ceiling is not white you can consider... Continue Reading
Now in its eleventh year of publication, Gordian’s State of Facilities in Higher Education draws on our database of 43,000 campus buildings, 1.1 billion gross square feet of space, and upwards of $13.5 billion in operating budgets to analyze current campus trends. As the report enters its... Continue Reading
Most facility professionals in higher education are familiar with the five APPA levels of cleanliness. But far fewer have truly unlocked the power behind the APPA standards to transform custodial operations into a world-class program. Brown University’s custodial program is... Continue Reading
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Chemistry Department Eliminates Recordable Accidents with Lab Coat Program from Cintas and OMNIA Partners. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) department of chemistry is at the forefront of chemistry education and research. It immerses its students in research... Continue Reading
Water damage is a critical threat to educational institutions. Flooding from weather events or everyday leaks can cause extensive and costly damage that creates learning disruptions, threatens the health and safety of staff and students, and puts important assets at risk. Learn the key... Continue Reading
