Jerome Ortiz (OK Panhandle State)

Ricardo Brien (OK Panhandle State)

Daniel Byers (OK Panhandle State)

In the heart of the Oklahoma Panhandle, OPSU faces unique connectivity and resource challenges distinct from urban universities. This session outlines OPSU’s rapid journey toward becoming a "Smart Campus," demonstrating how rural institutions can leapfrog legacy infrastructure to build resilient, human-centered systems. We will explore the strategic overhaul of campus networking, the digital transformation of physical security and communications, and the automation of student services. Attendees will learn how to leverage cloud-managed infrastructure to do more with less, turning geographical isolation into a driver for digital innovation.