Crossover: HETMA Presents... This Month in Higher Ed AV: July 2025

This debut episode of This Month in Higher Ed AV kicks off a monthly panel discussion reviewing key content posted to Higher Ed AV Media. Host Ryan Gray is joined by Jon Gunzel of John A. Logan College, Renee Benson of Sony Professional Display Solutions, and Erin Maher-Moran, Chair of HETMA from Johns Hopkins University. Together, they explore major trends and insights shaping the higher ed AV landscape, all grounded in fresh articles and columns.The discussion dives into HETMA’s Road to 10K membership growth campaign, which aims to expand global engagement through community initiatives and professional development. The panel also breaks down Sony’s partnership with LiquidView and its innovative use of Pro Bravia displays to create virtual windows, opening possibilities for immersive learning and wellness spaces. Finally, the episode examines DSPs in the Classroom and how practical audio design principles can dramatically improve learning experiences. Listeners will hear industry perspectives, implementation ideas, and authentic reflections on how these topics connect to AV’s role in higher education.https://higheredav.com/breaking-news-hetma-announces-road-to-10k/https://higheredav.com/sonys-pro-bravia-displays-help-liquidview-turn-blank-walls-into-realistic-windows-to-the-worldsony-at-infocomm-2025-tracking-the-future-of-lecture-capture-sony/https://higheredav.com/dsps-in-the-classroom-under-the-hood-of-smarter-sound-sound-perspectives/Guest Contacts:Jon Gunzel – [email protected], https://www.linkedin.com/in/jgunzel89/Renee Benson – [email protected], https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneebenson/Erin Maher-Moran – https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-maher-moran/Topics DiscussedLaunch of This Month in Higher Ed AV as a monthly seriesOverview of HETMA’s Road to 10K membership campaign and six strategic pillarsCommunity-building approaches for higher ed AV professionalsSony Pro Bravia displays powering LiquidView virtual windowsApplications of virtual windows in education and wellness spacesBack-to-basics DSP best practices from Teddy Murphy’s Sound Perspectives columnAudio quality as a foundation for hybrid learning and clear communicationPanel perspectives from higher ed, manufacturing, and association leadershipUpcoming Higher Ed AV Media content, including Chair to Chair and new AI-focused columnsReflections on how AV professionals can leverage industry content for growthJoin the conversation and connect with the community at community.hetma.org.HETMA Presents... is a production of Higher Ed AV Media.  Check out all our content at higheredav.com