Internet2

10/13/2026

“It's less about what the technology is and more about what it makes possible."

In a recent Campus Technology interview, Internet2 President and CEO Tripti Sinha reflects on Internet2’s 30th anniversary and the bigger story behind it: how Internet2’s network, trust fabric, and cloud services enable the work of the R&E community.

Read the full story:
https://campustechnology.com/articles/2026/10/12/leading-the-next-era-of-internet2.aspx

CT asks Tripti Sinha about her first year as president and CEO of Internet2: meeting with the membership and R&E community — now as CEO; initiating a new strategic plan; and leading in the next era of breakthrough technologies.

10/09/2026

Meet Internet2 at these upcoming fall conferences! 🍂 We are excited to connect with our community on cyberinfrastructure, AI, identity, and high-performance computing. 🤝💡

Find our team at these upcoming events:

📍 Oct 14–15 | The Quilt Cyberinfrastructure Connect Days (Albuquerque, NM)
📍 Oct 20–23 | NAEP Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference (Harrisburg, PA)
📍 Oct 26-30 | Internet2 Technology Exchange 2026 (Minneapolis, Minn.)
📍 Nov 3–5 | Internet Identity Workshop (Mountain View, CA)
📍 Nov 15–20 | SC26 (Chicago, IL)
📍 Nov 16–18 | 2026 Notre Dame AI Forum (South Bend, IN)

Attending any of these? Drop a comment so we can connect in person!

10/09/2026

Throwback to the energy, connections, and breakthrough moments of TechEx24 ⚡️️
Every edition of TechEx pushes the boundaries of what our community can accomplish, and TechEx26 is shaping up to be our most dynamic event yet. Before we gather for what is coming next, take a look back at some of the best highlights from TechEx24 that made it unforgettable.

Secure your spot for TechEx26 today 🎟️ https://buff.ly/A9wOEFk

10/08/2026

When a security incident happens in AWS, having practical, hands-on experience makes all the difference. 🚨💻

For IT professionals, campus cloud admins, and sysadmins looking to strengthen their cloud incident response skills, Internet2 CLASS is hosting AWS Security for Non-Majors – Respond. Led by Kevin Murakoshi, Principal Solutions Architect at AWS, this two-day virtual workshop focuses on working through realistic, real-world scenarios. 🚀☁️

What the workshop covers:
• Real-world incident response scenarios based on actual AWS CIRT cases 🕵️‍♂️
• Investigating ransomware-style events and S3 data exfiltration 🛡️
• Detecting and responding to unauthorized cryptomining using GuardDuty findings 📊
• Containing incidents, revoking compromised resources, and preserving evidence 🔒

🗓️ Date: Oct. 14-15
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET each day
📍 Location: Virtual via Zoom
🎯 Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate

If you are interested in testing your response plan in a simulated environment, register today: https://buff.ly/QV1Vlet

10/08/2026

Heading to TechEX26? Stop by the Coffee Talk with Internet2 booth! ☕✨

Grab a cup of coffee and connect with our team to share what is top of mind for your organization. We want to hear about the challenges you are facing, the services you would like to see, and how Internet2 can better support your goals.

Come chat with:
• Brenna Meade – International Engineering Program Manager
• Jessica Spicer – Affiliate & Federal Affiliate Membership Program Manager
• Jim Lookabaugh – Business Development Executive
• Lynn VanGorder – Program Manager, Network Services

📍 Find us on the 3rd Floor, right outside Minnesota Ballroom, Salon E.

Let us connect, chat, and brew up some great ideas together! See you there! 👋

10/07/2026

Navigating cloud strategy in research and higher education is moving faster than ever, from scaling Kubernetes and managing AI agent workforces to keeping infrastructure costs in check. The upcoming 2026 Internet2 Technology Exchange in Minneapolis, MN, from October 26-30, brings together cloud architects and practitioners for deep dives into MLOps, practical FinOps lessons, and AI-ready infrastructure built for academic workflows. Check out the full Cloud Technology track preview to see what is on the agenda and start planning your schedule: https://buff.ly/sus2yrt ☁️💻✨

10/07/2026

Join us for our next IAM Online webinar on Wednesday, October 14, to introduce NET+ Persona to the NET+ services portfolio. Join higher education peers and industry leaders for a deep dive into practical rollout models, credential protection strategies, and compliance tracking ahead of upcoming deadlines:

✔️ Tommy Doan (SMU)
✔️ Maggie Larsen (Persona)
✔️ Ann West (InCommon/Internet2)
✔️ Sue Gavazzi (Internet2)
✔️ Nick Lewis (Internet2)

Bring your toughest identity proofing questions for an interactive Q&A session designed to give your institution clear, actionable solutions. Register today: https://buff.ly/7YMrjU1 🔐🌐💻

10/06/2026

Register now to connect with top technical innovators October 26–30 in Minneapolis and elevate your research and education initiatives! Tackle your biggest project challenges head-on with hands-on case studies, proven frameworks, and direct peer insights that bring immediate impact to your work. Secure your seat today to unlock actionable strategies and lead the future of innovation: https://buff.ly/Ce0glbO 💡🔥

10/06/2026

Between AI-driven threats, supply chain risks, and quantum readiness, higher education and research IT teams are navigating unprecedented operational challenges. The Information Security track at TechEX26 brings together CISOs, analysts, and network engineers to tackle these exact hurdles through practical, peer-led discussions and actionable strategies tailored to our community. Check out the 5 featured sessions in the graphic below, be sure to register, and let us know in the comments which security priority is keeping your team busiest right now: https://buff.ly/sus2yrt 💡🛡️

10/06/2026

In the latest Government Relations Update, Internet2 Senior Policy Advisor Samuel Burns offers a comprehensive breakdown of the newly signed Continuing Resolution, emerging bipartisan AI legislation like the FRONTIER AI Act, and what the upcoming midterm elections could mean for research and education priorities. Read the full analysis to learn how these key policy decisions impact campus IT compliance, grant stability, and future federal funding streams: https://buff.ly/jBY80Wd