The new facility is hoped to support collaboration between industry and academia, and host entrepreneurial training, events and community outreach activities.
A new facility will serve as both a research hub and provide office space for technology companies that can draw talent from the nearby university main campus.
Organizers of the Educause Learning Initiative canceled their event outside Seattle, Washington, citing health concerns. Would-be attendees are now planning a digital version, instead.
Water security, environmental monitoring and an international education network are some of the top issues addressed by U.S. colleges and universities.