Seth and Mallory jump into the latest trends and conversations from recent higher education conferences — the 2024 Engage Summit and eduWeb Summit. They discuss the impact of AI, budget uncertainties, and the current state of the industry.

Key Takeaways:

• Conference Insights: Key themes and discussions from the Engage Summit and eduWeb, including the increasing focus on AI.
• Budget Uncertainties: How institutions are handling financial uncertainties and delayed budget finalizations impacting marketing and technology investments.
• Industry Sentiment: Observations on the current mood in higher education, with many professionals feeling the weight of industry challenges.
• AI Adoption: While AI is widely recognized, many institutions are still in the early stages of its integration, focusing primarily on ideation.

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Mallory Willsea
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Seth Odell
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