Digital Twin Press Release 7/10/25:

Digital Twin Consortium Welcomes Austin Community College as Member 

Accelerating the use of digital twins while empowering innovation and future-ready learning through institutional membership

BOSTON, MA – JULY 10, 2025 – The Digital Twin Consortium® (DTC) today announced that the Austin Community College District (ACC) has joined the consortium, a global collaborative organization driving the advancement and adoption of digital twin technology.

Under the visionary leadership of Dr. Monique Reeves, Executive Vice Chancellor of the Office for the Future, ACC is taking a bold step toward positioning students, faculty, and staff at the forefront of digital transformation. This partnership reflects ACC’s ongoing commitment to innovation, industry alignment, and preparing learners for tomorrow’s workforce—today.

“Joining the DTC is more than an achievement—it’s an open door,” said Dr. Reeves. “It invites our community to explore the future of technology, experiment, and lead. We’re building a more connected, responsive, and future-focused institution.”

“At Austin Community College, we believe our students deserve access to the tools and technologies shaping the future. Our partnership with the DTC positions Austin Community College not only as a place of learning, but as a hub for innovation and industry collaboration that ensures our graduates are ready to lead in a rapidly evolving world,” said Dr. Lowery-Hart, ACC Chancellor.

“We are thrilled to welcome Austin Community College as a member of the DTC,” said Dan Isaacs, General Manager and Chief Technology Officer at the DTC. “We are excited that students will have the opportunity to learn about digital twins and enabling technologies, including multi-agent-based systems (MAGS) and platforms. This will enhance their knowledge and provide valuable experience for future growth opportunities.”

ACC’s faculty, staff, and students gain access to exclusive resources, learning opportunities, industry connections, research, and collaborative projects through this membership.

About Digital Twin Consortium

Digital Twin Consortium® (DTC) is Accelerating Digital Twin Innovation™. DTC executes the promise of digital twins and associated technologies by working closely with our members to accelerate the market. We foster development, raise awareness through impactful work products, and drive increased digital twin adoption across industries. DTC is a program of Object Management Group®. For more information, visit https://www.digitaltwinconsortium.org.

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Spectrum News Article 7/13/25:

Austin Community College introduces first ‘futurist’

BY Andres Rendon Texas – Spectrum News

UPDATED 1:35 PM CT Jul. 13, 2025 PUBLISHED 8:00 AM CT Jul. 12, 2025

AUSTIN, Texas — Austin Community College (ACC) is changing up how it prepares for the days and years ahead by hiring a futurist, a new role in higher education.

Dr. Monique Reeves filled the role of executive vice chancellor for the future at ACC in mid-May.

Much of her role, she says, is preparing the college for whatever it may face, but she has her fair share of myth-busting as well.

“I don’t have a magic ball — an [Magic] 8 Ball — that I shake to guess what higher ed will be doing in six months,” Reeves said. “I will look at trends to ensure that the college is prepared for best case, worst case and most likely case.”

One trend on the rise is the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Reeves says while other academic institutions are creating codes of conduct surrounding AI, she wants to ensure that those who are leading the classroom have a firm grasp on it before rolling out policy.

“You can’t ask your students to use AI if all of your staff and faculty haven’t been trained first,” she said.

She says it’s important to find a balance of making sure everyone on campus is aware of how to navigate AI while still adhering to the school’s integrity policy. However, she can’t ignore AI and its growth.

“Especially when industry partners are expecting students to come out with AI fluency,” Reeves said.

Another goal for Reeves is building trust with students to ensure they’re making the most out of their investment when they enroll.

Having served as the provost for ACC before, Reeves says her experience working on the student side of higher education administration gives her a deeper understanding of what students are seeking after high school.

“Understanding that that’s a personal decision, it has to make dollars and sense,” she said.

She says leaders have to look at a student as a whole. Removing life barriers like transportation or employment concerns is crucial so that students can focus on their own future.