Schedule
Saturday, October 20
Refreshment Break
Lunch
Refreshment Break
Sunday, October 21
Academies
Refreshment Break
Conference Check-In & Information Desk
South ConcourseLunch for Presenters and Workshop Attendees
Quiet work space
Room 319Pre-Conference Workshops
The Generational Workshop … Exploring the iGeneration and Late-Millennials
Presented by Douglas TschoppFrom Strategic Plan to Content Strategy
Presented by Alaina WiensWeb Governance Starter Kit
Presented by Shelley KeithGoals and Goal Values: A Google Analytics Deep Dive
Presented by Alan EtkinRefreshment Break
Orientation
Room 308Welcome Reception: Cafeteria 15L
On Sunday, October 21, we will gather for the Welcome Reception at Cafeteria 15L. Just a short walk from the conference hotels and Convention Center, Cafeteria 15L features fun spaces and great food to enjoy while catching up with HighEdWeb friends.
Cafeteria 15L is located at 1116 15th St, Sacramento, CA
Monday, October 22
Conference Check-In & Information Desk
South ConcourseBreakfast
Exhibit Hall BQuiet work space
Room 319Track Sessions
Meet Sarah (How a CRM Changed How We Do E-recruitment)
Presented by Kris HardyPutting Atomic Design to Work
Presented by Jenny Slaughter and Donald St. MartinLevel Up: Using Gamification in Content Strategy and Marketing Campaigns
Presented by Mitch CanterSorry Not Sorry: Managing Content Strategy Challenges in Decentralized Environments
Presented by Amy Grace Wells and Alaina WiensCounting Stars: Student Reviews, Structured Markup and an Enrollment Edge
Presented by Seth MerandaBe Human, Be Kind, Design with all in Mind
Presented by Amanda FrisbeeThe Dreaded OCR Letter: How to Fix Accessibility Issues
Presented by David MortonTrack Sessions
Automating CMS Migration
Presented by Sean FlynnAre You Addicted To Data? Balancing Heart and Mind in Your Content Strategy
Presented by Andrew Cassel and Liz GrossHow to Influence and Create a Department Level Annual Plan
Presented by JP RainsGive Content Contributors the AX
Presented by Nikki Massaro KauffmanGo for the Goals: Helping Prospectives Find What They Need, How They Need It—and Look Good Doing It
Presented by Emily MayockThe secret weapon of a HigherEd website manager & digital marketing ninja
Presented by Piero TintoriRefreshment Break
Track Sessions
Nobody Puts WordPress in a Container: Docker, GitLab and Continuous Integration
Presented by Mike HendersonTachyons: Writing CSS That Isn’t Tacky
Presented by Casey WrightA People Search Engine: The Power of Human-to-Human (H2H) Marketing in Higher Ed
Presented by Lisa Nguyen and Amy DavisDiversity on Higher Education Websites
Presented by Scott OlivieriBuilding a Student Social Media Team (The Extended Edition)
Presented by Lougan Bishop“Can You Do It In The Dark?” Making Your Social Media Accessible
Presented by Chris D'Orso and Justin RomackThe Platform and the Portfolio. Quality, consistency, and flexibility. Pick three!
Presented by Josh KoenigPosters
“Can’t Fight This Feeling (But Should)”: Cerebral vs Visceral content strategy
Presented by Kyle Wohlenhaus“Like a Robot”: Web design, usability, and instruction in Academic Libraries
Presented by Terezita OverduinAccessibility in the trenches: accessible redesign, from research to implementation to maintenance
Presented by Sarah FergusonBe a WordPress Wrangler: Creating Order in the Wild Wild West of HighEd Web
Presented by Laura WrightChatbot for Student Services: A Case Study for Singapore Management University
Presented by Weesen Goh and Greg KRYGSMANCountering ruff days: Improving library UX with the help of therapy dogs
Presented by Conny LieglGiving Students an EDGE
Presented by Anthony Dzik and Faisal NawazJorge: A Tool for Juggling Git, Composer, and Lando
Presented by Jason ProctorHow to ROCK a Web Migration!
Presented by Dan DemmonsRedesigning our student portal from the 90’s
Presented by Lallo VigilSite archi-what? Taxono-who?
Presented by Adam Staffa and Andy FitzgeraldTableau Tricks to the Trade
Presented by Jennifer BriscoTelling a story with Foodporn
Presented by Mark H. Anbinder Mark H. AnbinderVariations Template Theme: A WordPress Theme Framework
Presented by Aaron Forsyth and Alexander ChapinVideo Killed the Radio Star
Presented by Cristin Kastner and Jen GreenWalking On Air: Editorial Management Using AirTable
Presented by Jeffrey StevensWin the Mobile Web with Accessibility & Standards
Presented by Melissa Cheater127 Hours Nodes: Hacking Your Way to a Custom Hours Module
Presented by Megan MacQuarrieConference Check-In & Information Desk
Room 302/303Lunch
Exhibit Hall BKeynote: Manoush Zomorodi
Exhibit Hall BManoush Zomorodi (@manoushz) is a podcast host, author, and relentless examiner of the modern human condition. As host of “Note to Self?,” the award-winning podcast from WNYC Studios, she unpacks the forces shaping our accelerating world and guides listeners through its challenges. Her book, ?Bored and Brilliant: How Spacing Out Can Unlock Your Most Productive and Creative Self?, is based on her 2015 interactive project “Infomagical.” The book empowers the reader to transform their digital anxiety into self-knowledge, autonomy, and action.
Track Sessions
Supercharged Website Search: Get Instant, Relevant Results
Presented by Adam GouldBringing a Web App to Mobile Using React Native
Presented by Gavin BrownTough Topics and New Platforms: Using an Instagram Story to Help Sexual Assault Victims
Presented by Jon McBrideDesigning a Digital Skills Strategic Review and Transformation Program
Presented by Tracy Playle and Richard ProwseBuilding an Academic Program API with Contentful and Amazon Web Services
Presented by Dave OlsenThe Hat of Many Hats: Becoming the Web Product Owner
Presented by Dave CameronHow To Scale Your Higher Ed Brand Across Every Department
Presented by Owen FullerRefreshment Break
Track Sessions
Simplify Your API with Django and Python
Presented by Dave LaffertyDeveloping a Living Style Guide with Pattern Lab: Protecting and Promoting Your Brand
Presented by Max BronsemaGuerrilla Video Production: Produce More For Less.
Presented by Adam MurtlandPaving the Way for Web Governance
Presented by Georgy CohenE-expectations 2018: Implications for Marketers and Developers
Presented by Stephanie Geyer and Lance MerkerGDPR – What Is It and Why Should I Care?
Presented by Virgil CarrollHow to Talk to Leadership about Social Listening
Presented by Liz Gross and Erin SupinkaTuesday, October 23
Breakfast
Exhibit Hall BQuiet work space
Room 319Track Sessions
Fair is Fair: Scoring and Distribution in Peer Review
Presented by Jason DufairGit-it-Developed
Presented by Aaron Forsyth and Alexander ChapinData Doesn’t Have to be Boring
Presented by Chris SeekCampus Emergency Preparedness: Strategies for Content Creators, Tech Masters, and Campus Leaders
Presented by Lisa CattoEverything’s Better with Beta: Let Users Be Your Guide as You Guide Users Through UI Change
Presented by Medbh EnglishBeautifully Accessible
Presented by Levi McGranahanAmerican Horror Story: Web Calendaring
Presented by Jason PontiusTrack Sessions
Gettin’ Griddy With It: CSS Grid Layout is Here!
Presented by Stephen FornalA Tale of Strategy Discovery and Triumph
Presented by Erin SupinkaCommon Sense Leadership for Leaders Who Don’t Feel Very Leader-y
Presented by Jesse LaveryBringing Fawkes from the Ashes: Reviving a Student Multimedia Team
Presented by Tonya Oaks Smith and Tom SotoMaking a Case for Personalization: Redefining Personas on the Web
Presented by Martin SickafooseDigital Transformation for better engagement and better results
Presented by Kat LiendgensRefreshment Break
Track Sessions
Visual Hierarchy in a Mobile Design World
Presented by Waylon BaumgardnerWe created a CMS training course in six easy steps. You won’t believe what happens next!
Presented by Kevin WebbFacebook’s new New NEW Algorithm: Epic Data Share
Presented by Melissa Cheater“If They Would Just Listen to Us…”: Turning Client Relationships into Collaborations
Presented by Michael PowersMeet BobChat — Your Friendly Neighborhood ChatBot
Presented by Nick JensenFree as in Puppies: The Care and Feeding of “Pet” Web Projects
Presented by Nikki Massaro KauffmanRedesigning for the Widening Web
Presented by Matt CyrTrack Sessions
RIP Our Sanity: Surviving the Dreaded CMS Switch
Presented by Joel VertinWe CAN Have Nice Things! Exploring Design Operations for Fun and Profit
Presented by David DeMelloInclusion for All! Making Your Social Media Content Accessible
Presented by Erika ForsackDon’t Call it an Intranet: Creating a Space for Culture and Communication
Presented by Beth Miller and Michael Kasiborski and Patty BradleyLet Your Audience Do the Work: Capitalizing on User-generated Content for Higher Ed
Presented by Garrett BingamanPlease…Stop Putting Lipstick on a Pig – Making a Case for a Content Audit
Presented by Justin GatewoodContentOps: Connecting silos in your institution for producing effective content
Presented by Robert MillsLunch and HighEdWeb Association Update
Exhibit Hall BLightning Talks
What You Need to Know About InfoSec and Why You Should Care
Presented by Paul GilzowAll Work and No Fun? Nonsense! — How Creativity, Curiosity, Surprise, and Play Help Us Work
Presented by Donna TalaricoBoon Companion: Content Strategist as Sidekick
Presented by Jeff StevensThe Use of Student Journey Mapping in Higher Ed Web – How Are We Doing?
Presented by JP RainsARIA: A Bridge to Greater Web Accessibility
Presented by Rachel CherryTrack Sessions
Fourth Time’s a Charm: Launching a Mobile App Made Easy
Presented by Jonas Macapinlac and John WiglesworthHackity Hack Yo Self Before You Wreck Yo Self
Presented by Mark WhittakerWhat’s News? Changing Dynamics and Definitions in Digital Higher Ed News Operations
Presented by Tim NekritzTry Before You Buy: User Experience Testing in Your RFP Process Can Save You Time and Money
Presented by David RosenCreating a Culture of Giving: Digital Tactics for Students and Young Alumni
Presented by Kendra SaldanaPerformance Still Matters
Presented by Erik RunyonRefreshment Break
Track Sessions
Web-based Data-sharing Building Blocks for Researchers and Research Projects
Presented by Amit ChourasiaDr. Strangecode or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love PHP
Presented by Jason ProctorStop taking your school so seriously
Presented by Melissa Dix and Bonnie WillisonHow Do We Know How We’re Doing? Coming up with an Analytics Strategy That Works
Presented by Jennifer StrothDare to Share: Design Principles from Distribution of Research Web Applications
Presented by Eric SembratADA, 504, 508, WCAG: I’m Supposed to Be Meeting What?
Presented by Robert HeyserBig Social Event: California Railroad Museum
On Tuesday, October 23, we’ll take over the California Railroad Museum for our Big Social Event. Experience the feats of engineering and ingenuity that have kept the Golden State steaming along for nearly 200 years – from immaculately restored engines and cars to activities and exhibits that bring the railroad to life. You’ll have free reign to eat, drink, explore, and enjoy the history and culture of Sacramento on our final night together!
Wednesday, October 24
Breakfast
Exhibit Hall BQuiet work space
Room 319Red Stapler Announcement
Exhibit Hall BRed Stapler Winner Session Repeats
Meet Sarah (How a CRM Changed How We Do E-recruitment)
Presented by Kris HardyGettin’ Griddy With It: CSS Grid Layout is Here!
Presented by Stephen FornalA Tale of Strategy Discovery and Triumph
Presented by Erin Supinka“If They Would Just Listen to Us…”: Turning Client Relationships into Collaborations
Presented by Michael PowersMeet BobChat — Your Friendly Neighborhood ChatBot
Presented by Nick Jensen“Can You Do It In The Dark?” Making Your Social Media Accessible
Presented by Chris D'Orso and Justin RomackContentOps: Connecting silos in your institution for producing effective content
Presented by Robert MillsHow to ROCK a Web Migration!
Presented by Dan DemmonsRefreshment Break
Awards and Recognitions including Best of Conference Award
Exhibit Hall BKeynote: Sir Ken Robinson
Exhibit Hall BAn internationally recognized authority in creativity and innovation in education and business, Sir Ken Robinson (@SirKenRobinson) is also one of the world’s leading speakers. Videos of his famous talks to the prestigious TED Conference are the most viewed in the history of the organization and have been seen by an estimated 300 million people in over 150 countries. Called “one of the world’s elite thinkers on creativity and innovation” by Fast Company magazine, Sir Ken has received numerous awards and recognitions for his groundbreaking contributions. He was included in Thinkers50 list of the world’s leading business thinkers and has been named one of TIME/Fortune/CNN’s Principal Voices. In 2003, he received a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II for services to the arts.
Lunch
Exhibit Hall BPost-Conference Workshops
Copy That! Crafting Ad Copy, Headlines, and Other Content That ‘Clicks’ with Your Audience
Presented by Donna TalaricoMarketing and Engagement Campaigns: Your Strategic Roadmap
Presented by Ashley BuddModern CSS Layouts
Presented by Erik RunyonCampus Web Services and the Publishing Principle of Least Effort
Presented by Rachel CherryRefreshment Break
Filter by Track
- Applications, Integration, and Mobile
- Sponsors
- Development, Programming and Architecture
- Lightning Talks
- Marketing, Content, and Social Strategy
- Management and Professional Development
- Technology in Education
- Usability, Accessibility, and Design