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Ellucian is retiring Banner SaaS and Colleague SaaS in favor of a new product line called Ellucian Student, and the dashboard you land on (formerly Ellucian Experience) has a new name too: Central Workspace. In this Q&A, SIG's Adam Travis and Alice Kim unpack what's actually new, what's just renamed, and how to plan your content strategy for the new dashboard.
In this webinar SIG covers all 8 SSB9 baseline configuration tools with real examples you can use now. Stop building what Self-Service Banner 9 already does.
When Ivy Tech set out to fix their advising experience, they weren't starting from scratch — they were untangling years of disconnected systems, unclear ownership, and staff stretched across platforms that never talked to each other.
Blackthorn is a Salesforce-native solution that simplifies event management and payment processing. It allows teams to create, manage, and track events, registrations, and transactions — all within Salesforce — providing a seamless, connected experience for users and constituents.
Ellucian's strategic shift towards integrating more functionality within the Experience platform. This session will focus on key implementation questions and topics, providing an opportunity to discuss best practices and gain valuable insights.
Proxy Management simplifies FERPA compliance by empowering students to securely control access to their educational records. It reduces manual burdens, automates information sharing, and enhances efficient communication with authorized individuals, ultimately improving support for students and their networks.
Learn how to mass load AP invoices in Ellucian Banner with ease. This webinar covers CSV uploads, workflow streamlining, and compliance essentials for accounts payable teams.
Discover how Dallas College eliminated complex, paper-heavy processes with no-code tools. Watch this webinar to see how they streamlined data workflows and empowered teams to innovate faster.
Get CPOS right from day one: what to prepare, who to involve, and how to test and communicate so aid eligibility stays accurate and student success doesn’t slip.
Explore how colleges and universities are using Ellucian Experience to streamline access to campus systems, personalize student engagement, and improve digital services with a modern, configurable user interface.
Explore how institutions are modernizing student services through Salesforce. This webinar shares strategies for improving student engagement, streamlining support, and driving success with intelligent, scalable OneStop solutions.
Discover how to protect your organization from modern cyber threats. This webinar reveals key strategies—from social engineering defense to advanced MFA and Azure AD controls—to strengthen your security posture and outsmart attackers
Struggling with Pell freeze dates across multiple modules? See how Ellucian Colleague streamlines compliance, automates recalculations, and better supports students in this practical SIG session.
Discover how institutions use Salesforce to build efficient OneStop solutions that enhance student support, streamline services, and improve outcomes through automation, integration, and data-driven strategies.
Discover how colleges are streamlining digital access with Ellucian Experience. Get real-world tips from SIG experts on launching a modern, role-based portal—without heavy integrations. Watch the webinar for practical implementation insights.
Want to customize Degree Works by user type? Learn how to add and localize header text in version 5.1.3 using DashboardMessages.properties—plus tips on font styling and user-class-specific messaging.
Welcome to another session of SIGConnect 365! In this installment, we're diving into "Clarifying the Clearinghouse Reports in Banner"—also commonly known as the EDI Reports. Presented by Angie Cummings, a seasoned Ellucian Banner consultant with decades of experience
Join SIG and Ellucian for a webinar aimed at preparing you for your next SaaS project, whether you have already started, are considering it, or are unsure where to begin. We will reflect on some of the projects our teams have collaborated on over the past year and help you get ready for Ellucian Live by sharing our expectations for the conference and beyond. Featuring Ellucian and Florida Polytechnic University.
In this session, Uncovering the Mysteries of SFRNSLC Setup, Angie Cummings will guide you through the key parameters of the SFRNSLC process in Banner and how they impact National Student Clearinghouse baselineNSC) reporting. Whether you're new to NSC submissions or looking to fine-tune your setup, this webinar will help you better understand how to produce accurate, error-free reports.
In this session, Budget Development and Position Control, Suzanne Olofson and James Klaiber walk through the key processes that connect Banner Finance and HR, from building your fiscal year budget to managing labor costs through position control. Whether you're fine-tuning your current cycle or exploring new tools like Salary Planner, this webinar helps you better understand how to create a smooth, integrated budgeting process.
In this session, Degree Works: What’s New in 5.1.3 and 5.1.4, April Martin highlights key enhancements, upgrade paths, and helpful new features like header text, scribe templates, and improvements to sharing logic. Whether you're planning your next upgrade or curious about the latest tools, this webinar will help you stay informed on what's new with Degree Works. Highlights of versions 5.1.3 (released March 2024) and 5.1.4 (released September 2024).
In this session, AgentForce: Selecting Use Cases for Your Institution, Michael Gibson and Heather Collins explore how Salesforce’s AI-powered AgentForce can help institutions enhance student support through personalized, proactive, and efficient service. From course registration to financial aid and campus events, learn how AgentForce can streamline processes and create meaningful connections with your students.
This insightful presentation reveals how cybersecurity experts emulate attackers to breach university networks, elevate permissions, and uncover vulnerabilities. From social engineering and physical intrusion to password attacks and advanced protocols, learn how institutions can strengthen their defenses against modern threats.
Dive into the intricacies of penetration testing and defensive strategies. This session explores how to maximize the value of penetration tests, strengthen your organization's security posture, and implement best practices for detecting and thwarting cyber threats. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, this comprehensive guide offers valuable insights into building a robust cybersecurity framework.
This webinar with SIG features Sam Houston State University, who will share their vision for Education Cloud to enhance student success. Learn how they will implement the platform to manage student relationships, engagement, retention, and personalized support
The FTC Safeguards Rule is changing the landscape of cybersecurity compliance for higher education institutions. With updated requirements focusing on data encryption, risk assessments, and secure development practices, colleges and universities must prepare for rigorous audits and potential liabilities. This presentation offers a comprehensive guide to navigating these changes and...
Kyle Bork from SIG is joined by cybersecurity consultant Tom O’Neill to explore multi-factor authentication (MFA) best practices, implementation strategies, and considerations unique to higher education institutions. Learn how MFA strengthens security, mitigates credential compromise, and protects sensitive data, along with insights into user education, phased rollouts, and future-proofing your institution’s authentication approach.
Kyle Bork from SIG is joined by JR Johnson, Director of SIG Cyber, to explore what makes penetration testing unique within higher education environments. This session covers key differences in higher ed networks, common challenges institutions face, and how penetration testing can support compliance, risk reduction, and overall security maturity. You'll also hear real-world examples of testing in action and insights on how to strengthen your institution’s security posture.
Welcome to this SIGConnect 365 Cybersecurity session: Cloud Security in Higher Education. In this webinar, Brian Kirk from SIG Cyber is joined by Patrick Frontiera from AWS, along with Gabriel Tocci from SIG and Josh Badal from AWS, to discuss the unique security and compliance considerations when moving workloads to...
In this panel, we hear directly from higher education leaders who are actively navigating their transition to SaaS or have already made the move.
Moderated by Ellen Mayes from Ellucian, this dynamic conversation features Dr. Minita Ramirez (Laredo College), Bill Guerrero (University of Bridgeport), and Dr. Lisa Kraus (Anne Arundel Community College). Together, they share real-world insights, lessons learned, and practical strategies around planning, funding, and executing a successful SaaS transition.
In this session, we take a closer look at how institutions can approach modernizing their ERP systems with Ellucian's outcome-driven, capability-led strategy. Moderated by Adam Travis from SIG and presented by Mike Weiss, Director of SaaS Innovation at Ellucian, this webinar explores what it takes to plan, execute, and optimize a successful SaaS transformation for Banner and Colleague institutions.
In this session, we explore the current SaaS landscape for Banner and Colleague institutions. Moderated by Adam Travis from SIG and presented by Ellen Mayes, Director of Strategic Programs and Solutions Marketing at Ellucian, and Rebecca Diaz, Vice President of Product for the Ellucian SaaS Platform, this webinar provides a comprehensive overview of why SaaS is at the center of ERP conversations—and why it’s becoming increasingly important for institutions to prepare for what's ahead.
In this session, Tom O’Neill, Senior Consultant at SIG, provides a high-level overview of Ellucian’s Ethos User Provisioning (EUP) solution, designed to streamline and modernize identity management processes for institutions using Banner or Colleague.
Today's webinar highlights the intersection of cybersecurity and higher education, with a focus on workforce development through student engagement. We're thrilled to feature a fireside chat with John Hoyt, Chief Information Security Officer at Clemson University, as he shares how Clemson successfully integrated students into their Security Operations Center (SOC).
Learn how to report Federal Work Study earnings to COD using Ellucian Colleague—what changed, how to prepare, step-by-step processing, and hard-won lessons from this first reporting cycle.
This webinar explores the crucial factors to consider when defining your content build scope for an Ellucian Experience implementation. Whether you’re transitioning from an existing portal, dashboard, or mobile setup, or integrating functionalities from Banner 9 SSB or Colleague WebAdvisor, this session is designed for you.
Higher education institutions face escalating challenges from sophisticated cyber threats like ransomware and email fraud. In this comprehensive session, cybersecurity expert Brian Kirk explores the evolving threat landscape, practical tools for vulnerability management, and key frameworks like NIST, ISO, and PCI to fortify your institution’s cybersecurity program. Gain actionable strategies...
I almost look at SIG as our safety net. We have Ellucian implementing the software, we have our Broward team, but then we have SIG. If we’re going to stumble or fall, SIG is going to be there to help pick us up—because they’re in it with us for the long haul.
Liz Perrone, Implementation Director, Broward College