Oct. 8, 2026

LIVE from ⁠ACCAC 2026 - with Ryan Gray, & Robyn Bryce, Executive Directors, Learning & Educational Innovation Executive Directors Technology, Engagement & Strategy, ⁠Yavapai College⁠

Key Takeaways

Ryan Gray and Robyn Bryce share insights from Yavapai College on building one of only two 6-wall immersive environments in the entire world.
Rural community colleges can lead the charge in educational innovation by offering cutting-edge technology equal to elite institutions like MIT.
Designing future learning spaces requires adaptability and a forward-thinking mindset even when the exact future cannot be predicted.
Recorded live from the ACCAC 2026 conference, this episode highlights the strategic integration of technology, engagement, and innovation in higher education.
Yavapai College proves that geographical location does not limit the ambition and technological capabilities a modern student deserves.

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Ryan Gray, Executive Director, Learning & Educational Innovation Executive Director Technology, Engagement & Strategy, & Robyn Bryce, Executive Director, Learning & Educational Innovation Executive Director Technology, Engagement & Strategy, Yavapai College

In this episode, recorded LIVE & in person from the ⁠2026 Arizona Community College Administrators Conference⁠ on the campus of Yavapai College,

YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

What happens when a rural community college builds 1 of only 2 6-wall immersive environments in the world?
How do you design learning spaces for the future when you can’t predict what the future looks like?
Why does a student at Yavapai College deserve the same technology-enabled experience as a student at MIT?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are Ryan Gray and Robyn Bryce?

Ryan Gray and Robyn Bryce are Executive Directors of Learning & Educational Innovation and Technology, Engagement & Strategy at Yavapai College.

What unique technology does Yavapai College feature?

Yavapai College features one of only two 6-wall immersive environments in the entire world, providing cutting-edge learning experiences for students.

Where was this episode of The EdUp Experience recorded?

This episode was recorded live and in person from the 2026 Arizona Community College Administrators Conference (ACCAC) on the campus of Yavapai College.