335: One Host, Big Thoughts: June in Higher Ed AV

In this solo episode, host Tim Van Woeart reflects on the fast arrival of June and the transition period it represents for higher education AV professionals. Tim discusses the close of the academic and fiscal years, graduation season, summer campus projects, and preparations for InfoComm. He shares personal thoughts about family milestones, including his son’s move to middle school, and emphasizes the importance of work-life balance, vacations, and professional growth.The episode also highlights the value of continuing education, community involvement through HETMA, and upcoming events like the HETMA Education Summit and Higher Ed AV Awards. Tim congratulates Tim Albright on his new book release and encourages listeners to stay engaged, hydrated, and connected as the AV industry heads into its busy summer season.Topics Discussed:June as a transition month in higher educationPreparing for InfoComm 2026Importance of hydration during Las Vegas eventsSchool graduations and personal milestonesEnd-of-fiscal-year budgeting in higher ed AVSummer AV infrastructure and classroom projectsWork-life balance and taking vacation timeSummer camps and youth development experiencesProfessional development and lifelong learningHETMA Higher Ed Summit detailsHigher Ed AV Awards and CTS continuing education creditsCommunity building within higher education AVThe AV Life is a Higher Ed AV Media production. More at higheredav.com.Connect with Tim:LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-van-woeart-45416826/Twitter (X) – https://twitter.com/TVanWoeartConnect with The AV Life:Twitter (X) – https://twitter.com/TheAVLifePodYouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@theavlife3337