Global Colleges and Universities Transform Learning with Extreme Networks
Published: October 1, 2024
Global colleges and universities are rapidly evolving, relying on Extreme Networks to deliver secure and seamless digital experiences for students and staff. With more technology integrated into classrooms and a growing shift toward online course materials and assessments, colleges and universities are prioritizing network upgrades to ensure they stay on the cutting edge without overwhelming IT teams.
Extreme Networks provides universities with flexible, scalable network solutions they need to support growing student populations, increased connected devices, and the demand for greater bandwidth. Visit us at EDUCAUSE 2024, booth #5042, from October 21-24 in San Antonio, Texas, to learn how we’re transforming higher education with secure, high-performance networks through interactive demos and 1:1 meeting with our team.
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At EDUCAUSE 2024, we will be showcasing how our solutions are already making a significant impact at leading colleges and universities, including the ones below, that are shaping the future of education.
Texas Tech University
Texas Tech University, with more than 40,000 students, is shaping the future of education on a foundation built with Extreme Networks solutions. As one of Texas' largest universities, Texas Tech is enhancing the digital experience for both students and faculty by ensuring its network can handle the growing demand for bandwidth and connected devices. With a secure and scalable infrastructure, Texas Tech has streamlined network management for its IT teams, allowing them to focus on delivering innovative learning tools and experiences while supporting the university's continued growth and success.
The University of Milan
The University of Milan, one of Italy’s largest and most prestigious institutions, is preparing for the next century with a future-proof network built on solutions from Extreme . With over 65,000 students and 10,000 faculty members, the university needed a reliable infrastructure to support the growing number of personal devices on campus. By implementing ExtremeWireless and ExtremeSwitching, the University of Milan has ensured stable, high-density connectivity, enabling seamless learning and research experiences. This new network positions the university to confidently navigate future technological challenges while continuing to deliver world-class education.
The University of Utah
The University of Utah has partnered with Extreme to deploy a state-of-the-art Wi-Fi 6E network at Rice-Eccles Stadium, enhancing the experience for the stadium's 53,644 attendees. This advanced network supports essential operations such as ticketing, mobile concessions, and media while also providing seamless connectivity for fans. With 1,339 Wi-Fi access points and Wi-Fi 6E capabilities covering the entire venue, the stadium boosts better performance across multiple frequency bands, as well as redundant Internet circuits delivering over 20 Gbps of bandwidth. Supported by a 24/7 network operations center, this new infrastructure enables uninterrupted service for events year-round, making game day and other events more enjoyable for all.
Florida Gulf Coast University
Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) partnered with Extreme to upgrade its network infrastructure and support the growing needs of its 16,000 students across its expansive campus. By replacing its outdated network with Extreme Wireless, Extreme Wired, and ExtremeCloud IQ, FGCU has enhanced connectivity, providing seamless, high-speed access for students and faculty. This transformation also introduced proactive monitoring, allowing the university to address issues before they impacted users and simplified network management, ensuring FGCU is well-prepared to support future technological advancements.
Allegheny College
Allegheny College, a distinguished liberal arts institution in Pennsylvania, urgently needed to replace its outdated network infrastructure before students arrived in just three weeks. Partnering with Extreme , the college executed a rapid overhaul by deploying Extreme Wireless, Universal Switching, and ExtremeCloud IQ. This swift collaboration enabled reliable connectivity across campus before the students returned, significantly enhancing network performance and visibility. The result has been positive feedback from both students and faculty, with a marked reduction in connectivity issues and complaints, positioning Allegheny College for success in a modern educational environment.
The Future of Higher Education
As global higher education institutions evolve, they are increasingly relying on Extreme Networks to enhance digital experiences for students and staff. With the rise of technology in classrooms and the shift to online course materials, universities are focused on upgrading their networks to accommodate growing demands for connectivity and bandwidth. Extreme Networks provides the flexible, scalable solutions necessary for higher education institutions to innovate while easing the burden on IT teams.
Join us at EDUCAUSE 2024, booth #5042, from October 21-24 in San Antonio, Texas, to discover how Extreme is transforming higher education with high-performance networks that support innovation and growth. Visit our booth for hands-on demos, 1:1s with our subject matter experts, and to learn more about how Extreme can help your college or university enhance the student experience.
Schedule a meeting or demo with the team: Register now!