In this episode of Tech Unscripted, we discuss with Terry Bankston (Delaware State University) @delawarestateuniversity2205 , Dr. Vicki Robinson (formerly US Dept. of Education) @USEdGov, and TeeJ Mercer (Move-In Day Mafia) @moveindaymafia about the critical link between technology, opportunity, and equity. Universities sit at the heart of our communities, making access to technology a powerful driver for change. Our guests share their expert perspectives on how higher education institutions and local communities are teaming up to provide essential tools, from laptops to reliable connectivity, helping students in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) overcome financial hardships and thrive in the AI era. Key topics covered in this episode: - The role of infrastructure in supporting diverse student populations. - Why digital inclusion is a catalyst for career readiness and equity. - The power of "boots on the ground" partnerships in higher education. - How Move-In Day Mafia (MIDM) specifically provides stability for HBCU students. Whether you are in IT, higher education, community advocacy, or simply interested in how technology powers social impact, this conversation provides a unique look at how we can bridge the digital divide for the next generation of innovators. - Explore Cisco’s Higher Education solutions to power modern campus learning: https://www.cisco.com/c/dam/en_us/solutions/industries/education/key-offerings/higher-ed.html?dtid=osclytb001772 - Build a more connected and reliable campus experience with Cisco Meraki: https://meraki.cisco.com/en-uk/industries/higher-education/?dtid=osclytb001772 - Read Cisco’s perspective on the top 2025 technology priorities for higher education: https://blogs.cisco.com/industries/empowering-higher-education-ciscos-perspective-on-the-caudit-top-ten-2025-technology-priorities?dtid=osclytb001772 🔔 Subscribe to the channel for more deep dives into the future of tech and networking! Watch more episodes of Tech Unscripted here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFT-9JpKjRTCZ3ymQK0J7Uf4SINCMAuJe Related links: Discover the full suite of Cisco technology solutions for education → https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/solutions/industries/education/index.html?dtid=osclytb001772 Discover how Cisco is transforming industries with cutting-edge technology and business-driven innovation. Learn more: Cisco Official Site → https://www.cisco.com/?dtid=osclytb001772 Cisco Products & Services → https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/products/index.html?dtid=osclytb001772 Cisco Solutions → https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/solutions/index.html?dtid=osclytb001772 Contact Us → https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/about/contact-cisco/index.html?dtid=osclytb001772 Follow Us on Social Media: Cisco LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/cisco Cisco X → https://twitter.com/Cisco Cisco Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/cisco Cisco Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/Cisco Got questions or insights? Drop them in the comments—we'd love to hear from you! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon to stay updated on the latest with Cisco. #TechUnscripted #DigitalInclusion #HigherEd #CiscoEDU #EquityInTech

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