Ellucian to Showcase AI and SaaS Solutions at EDUCAUSE 2026
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RESTON, Va., Sept. 24, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Ellucian, a leading provider of technology solutions for higher education, is set to showcase its latest advancements at the EDUCAUSE 2026 conference in Denver, Colorado. The event, which runs from September 29 to October 2, will feature a series of sessions and demonstrations that highlight the company's AI capabilities and SaaS modernization efforts.
At the conference, attendees will have the opportunity to explore Ellucian Student, a comprehensive SaaS solution designed to support the entire student lifecycle. This platform integrates data, processes, and institutional context to enable AI-driven actions that simplify complex workflows and empower faculty and staff.
Ellucian's AI is powered by the Ellucian Higher Ed Knowledge Graph, which has been developed over five decades and includes more than 10,000 higher education processes. This knowledge graph provides AI with the necessary context to understand higher education policies, workflows, and regulations, enabling institutions to move from insight to action.
The company will host eight sessions at the conference, covering topics such as risk and resilience in higher education systems, the impact of AI on higher education operations, and strategies for modernizing IT infrastructure. These sessions are aimed at IT leaders, academic innovators, and institutional executives who are seeking to leverage technology to enhance student success and institutional resilience.
This session will explore the underlying conditions driving institutional resilience and provide a practical framework for identifying emerging risks and strengthening financial sustainability.
Another session, "AI's Impact on Higher Ed Operations," will be led by Jeff Dinski, Chief Strategy and Corporate Development Officer at Ellucian. This interactive session will delve into the role of AI in reshaping the student experience and institutional operations, and will include fresh findings from Ellucian's third annual AI survey.
In addition to these sessions, Ellucian will also host a series of poster sessions that will explore various aspects of AI and SaaS modernization in higher education. These sessions will provide attendees with the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue and share best practices.
Ellucian's participation at EDUCAUSE 2026 underscores the company's commitment to supporting higher education institutions in their efforts to innovate and adapt to changing needs. By leveraging AI and SaaS solutions, institutions can simplify complex workflows, empower faculty and staff, and keep students on track for success.