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Donna Eason

Global Customer Marketing Writer

Donna Eason is one of Cisco's writers and storytellers. In her work, she shares stories about the innovations and connections technology makes possible, and the differences they enable in people's lives. Before joining Cisco, Donna worked as an independent marketing and communications consultant with clients in a range of industries including technology, education, and healthcare. She has broad experience in her field, but admits that she loves writing best. Donna lives in New Hampshire with her husband and a Golden Retriever named Duncan. Her youngest daughter is a recent Boston University graduate, and her oldest daughter has left the nest and lives and works in San Francisco, Calif.

Articles

September 20, 2018

EDUCATION

E-rate Do’s and Don’ts

2 min read

In spite of what the calendar says, now is the true “new year.” School is back in session, and it’s time to think about edtech funding and getting E-rate right.

October 18, 2017

EDUCATION

The Time Is Now—Capture Your Share of E-rate Funding

1 min read

A new eSchool News special report describes how K-12 schools and libraries can use E-rate to help build a network infrastructure that will position them for ed-tech success.

January 24, 2018

EDUCATION

The E-rate filing window is open! Here are our top 10 tips for success.

2 min read

Have you begun the E-rate filing process? Schools have until March 22 to submit FCC Form 471 applications. These tips may take some of the guesswork out of the process.

August 15, 2017

EDUCATION

Empowering Research—and the Next Big Thing—with High-Performance Computing

2 min read

As someone who frequently wonders, “Why didn’t I think of that?” I’m amazed by the capacity and creativity of those who come up with big ideas.

June 30, 2017

EDUCATION

Déjà vu: Cyber Criminals Launch New Ransomware Attack

1 min read

Cyber criminals are making headlines again with a new ransomware exploit called Nyetya. Is your school, college, or university protected?

September 5, 2019

EDUCATION

Beyond edtech: Success in the classroom of the future starts with breakfast—and lunch, and dinner

3 min read

School buses are on the move. Excitement and anxiety are high—and easy to see. What’s less visible: one in seven of these student passengers doesn’t get enough to eat.

May 16, 2017

EDUCATION

Held for Ransom(ware): Protecting Your School—and Data—from Current Cyber Threats

2 min read

It is no longer a matter of “if” your organization will suffer a security breach; it’s a matter of “when.” Learn how to protect your school.