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Fall 2026 NewsBytes (pdf)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

DRIVING THE FUTURE OF BUSINESS THROUGH INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Jones College of Business continues to enhance teaching and learning through strategic investments in technology, innovative learning environments, and student-centered initiatives that prepare tomorrow’s business leaders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

EMPOWERING FUTURE PROFESSIONALS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A new era of career preparation is coming to Jones College through the Center for Student Workforce Excellence, where innovation, industry partnerships, and student success come together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

COMING SOON: CYBER RANGE TAKES SHAPE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Designed to simulate real-world cyber threats, the Cybersecurity Range will equip students with practical skills while advancing the college’s commitment to cybersecurity excellence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

INVESTMENTS TRANSFORM LEARNING SPACES<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Major classroom technology upgrades are underway in BAS S302, S304, and S309 through Technology Access Fee (TAF) funding, providing faculty and students with enhanced instructional tools and modern learning environments. TAF investments are also supporting continued enhancements to the Neuromarketing Lab, expanding opportunities for experiential learning and cutting-edge student research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AI & DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

By integrating AI into learning and professional development, Jones College is equipping students and faculty with the skills needed to succeed in an AI-driven world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MICROSOFT COPILOT – AVAILABLE FOR FACULTY<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

MTSU continues to advance AI adoption by providing campus-wide access to Microsoft Copilot, with enhanced features available through Copilot for Microsoft 365.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AI-POWERED DISCUSSIONS TAKE CENTER STAGE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Through innovative AI discussions and learning tools, Jones College is exploring new ways to increase student engagement and enhance the classroom experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NEW TO CANVAS? NEED HELP?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

MTSU\u2019s adoption of Canvas Enterprise enhances the digital classroom experience through improved scalability, accessibility, and long-term support for academic innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TECHNOLOGY & LEARNING ENVIRONMENT ENHANCEMENTS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Through continued investment in technology and student-centered spaces, Jones College is advancing the way students learn, collaborate, and engage. Upgrades to study areas, digital signage, technology resources, and instructional tools provide a more modern and flexible learning environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

JCB FACULTY TECH SURVEY ENHANCES STRATEGIC PLANNING<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

JCB IT Services continues to strengthen technology planning through the Faculty Technology Survey, using faculty feedback to identify opportunities, improve resources, and support innovative solutions across the College.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

POWER BI DELIVERS BETTER DECISION SUPPORT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Throughout the year, JCB IT Services continued developing Power BI dashboards that transform data into meaningful insights for planning, reporting, and decision-making across the College. These tools provide leaders and departments with a clearer understanding of trends, resources, and opportunities to support strategic initiatives and continuous improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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