Who we are and what we do

IHETS is a consortium of Indiana's public and independent colleges and universities and affiliated members including K-12 schools, public libraries, Indiana Public Broadcasting Stations, and state government. For 40 years, IHETS has used advanced technologies to increase educational access, enhance instruction, enrich student learning, meet state needs for economic and workforce development, facilitate research collaborations, and efficiently conduct business.

The IHETS governance structure consists of the board of directors, an executive committee, advisory council, and three operating committees. Through their representative(s) on these committees, consortium members express their collective intent for the direction and policies of the organization.  

Technology services

IHETS uses reliable, cost-effective, and flexible technologies for consortium-driven projects requiring advanced communication and collaboration. These fully managed services include pre- and post-installation consultation, Help Desk support, trouble-shooting, regular maintenance and system upgrades, and user training.

• Video conferencing
• Audio conferencing
• Web conferencing (audio and video)
• State Universities Voice Network (SUVON)
• Webcasting (streaming video and audio)
• Member support and technical consulting
• Network security and firewalls

E-learning services

IHETS supports the consortium's efforts and initiatives that deliver, increase, and enhance educational access for K-20 students and lifelong learners.

• Online course schedule/inventory by semester
• Online information clearinghouse
• Inter-institutional student registration
• Professional development
• Demonstrations, training, technical support

A new brochure listing a variety of technology and e-learning 2005–06 enrollment figures, course offerings, usage statistics, state government streaming projects, and other service highlights (Adobe pdf) is now available, as is a general information brochure listing general descriptions of our services. To view either document, you need the free Adobe Acrobat Reader software.