From the Editor Hardships in Higher Ed

Sadly, several ACUP regulars were missing this year. Either their schools trimmed travel and training expenses (ironic, isn't it?) or the managers decided it just didn't look good to travel while cutbacks were making life difficult at home.

Those who did make it to ACUP learned about innovations in offset and digital printing, and picked up a few tips on in-plant survival. But more importantly they talked with one another. Informal discussions popped up frequently on topics such as digital file submission, digital color printing and the merging of mail and printing. And by talking to other managers with experience in these areas, they got the real scoop—minus the spin.