Category: Education

How to Prepare College & University Display Solutions in 2026

Why 2026 Planning Matters for Universities

University Planning

University display solutions are an important part of your 2026 inventory planning. The modern campus requires a wide variety of displays—from directional signage to classroom organization to campus communication—and those displays need to be durable, modern, and scalable across large facilities. In addition, they need to share your academic brand to create cohesive campus communications that will help to improve student enrollment and retention. Increased campus events, orientation sessions, student recruitment, and departmental showcases all add up to the success of the institution. By supporting current and prospective students and making them feel they’re an integral part of the campus community, the school improves student retention.

While it sounds like a lot, it’s not. Especially when you partner with shopPOPdisplays for your 2026 higher-ed display solutions. Below, we’ve outlined how to determine your display needs and the types of displays available, and share current campus trends and budgeting tips to get you started today.

Key Takeaways

  • University display solutions are essential for 2026 planning, supporting campus communication, branding, recruitment, and retention across all departments.
  • Most campuses have inventory gaps in high-traffic areas like admissions, student centers, classrooms, libraries, athletic departments, and event spaces—each requiring specific display types to stay organized and student-ready.
  • A mix of digital and physical signage works best, ensuring students, parents, and faculty receive clear, timely, and visible information at every touchpoint.
  • Academic and departmental displays still matter, from literature holders and sign frames to acrylic classroom accessories and collapsible décor for study spaces.
  • Events and showcases drive school pride, and displays like pedestals, custom-printed banners, mobile art racks, and portable counters elevate exhibitions, recruitment days, commencements, and alumni events.
  • Durable display cases and storage solutions are long-term investments, especially for trophy halls, bookstore merchandising, artifact displays, and secure event transport using RTA (ready-to-assemble) fixtures.
  • Top 2026 trends include: clean modern acrylic, natural wood finishes, mixed physical/digital communication zones, cohesive branding across departments, and sustainable materials.
  • Customization is now a campus expectation, with school colors, logos, and mascots appearing on signage, flags, table covers, pedestals, acrylic boxes, and wayfinding.
  • Smart budgeting means ordering early, bundling departmental purchases, prioritizing durable made-to-order options, and aligning procurement with fiscal-year deadlines to maximize value.
  • Partnering with shopPOPdisplays streamlines the entire process, ensuring universities receive modern, scalable, custom-branded solutions that improve communication, enhance events, and strengthen campus identity.

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Enhance your Office with Workplace Digital Signage

workplace digital signage between two elevators

Digital signage has become a valuable tool in modern workplaces, transforming traditional communication methods into dynamic, eye-catching displays. With workplace digital signage, organizations can efficiently share updates, announcements, safety information, and more, enhancing communication flow and employee engagement. This guide explores practical ways to implement office digital signage, showing how it can drive productivity, foster recognition, and streamline information.

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Corporate Holiday Party Décor Ideas

 

It’s the most wonderful time of year! But a busy one—especially if you’re organizing your company’s holiday party. While a corporate holiday party is a great opportunity to recognize employees for their hard work and a way to relax with colleagues during the busy holiday season, it can be stressful for the party planner. And, we all know there is enough to stress year-round without worrying about décor ideas for the holiday party. At shopPOPdisplays, we have some tried-and-true corporate holiday party décor ideas to make your event planning easier.

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How to Display China in a Glass Cabinet: 8 Tips

Glass Cabinet

 If you thought selecting a set of china from so many beautiful choices was a difficult decision, try storing and displaying the collection. Where’s the best place to display china? Do you display the entire collection? Can you stack plates? Hang teacups? Fine china needs to be handled differently than your everyday dinnerware, and it should be stored separately as well. A glass cabinet, be it a hutch or in a built-in, is your best bet. The glass protects your china while allowing you to show it off in style. Whether you’re storing it for your next special occasion or safekeeping it for the next generation, here’s how to display china in a glass cabinet.

Key Takeaways

  • Protecting china is essential—open shelves leave delicate pieces vulnerable to chips, scratches, and accidental damage.
  • Glass cabinets offer both safety and style, allowing you to display heirloom or decorative dinnerware securely while keeping it dust-free.
  • Spacing matters—avoid overcrowding to prevent pieces from knocking into one another and to create an elevated, gallery-like presentation.
  • Plate rails and vertical displays enhance visibility, helping you highlight patterns, colors, and unique details without removing items from the cabinet.
  • Proper stacking preserves fragile edges, especially when you use soft cushioning between dishes and limit each stack to a safe height.
  • Symmetrical arrangements and consistent margins create a cohesive, visually balanced setup that feels intentional and polished.
  • Mixing functional and decorative objects—such as books, vases, framed photos, or candles—adds personality and warmth to your cabinet display.
  • A pop of color or sentimental accents can elevate the overall look and create charming vignettes that celebrate your personal style and history.

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Your Guide to a Point-of-Sale Retail Display

 

Point of sale retail display at a supermarket

Don’t leave money on the table. Or, in the case of retail, on the counter. Enlist the power of point-of-sale retail displays to help increase sales. These displays are highly visible, and when placed in high-traffic areas, such as the checkout or service counter they can easily capture a customer’s interest. Perfect for new products, seasonal selections, special promotions, cross-selling opportunities, and more, point-of-sale retail displays are a simple solution for increasing revenue from impulse purchases. Here’s what you need to know.

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How to Build a LEGO® Display Case

 

LEGO® enthusiasts know that building intricate sets is only half the fun. Once you’ve painstakingly pieced together the heroic Optimus Prime or meticulously assembled a magical Disney Castle, the next step is to proudly show it off. That’s why it’s important to know how to build a LEGO® display case that keeps your masterpiece looking pristine and out of harm’s way long after it’s complete. Read on for our expert tips.

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7 Creative Ways to Display Your LEGO® Sets

People of all ages spend hours building with LEGO® and when all of their hard work is done, they want to proudly display it in the best way possible. But your LEGO® display isn’t just about showing off your build—it can also add a unique touch to your space’s overall décor. Whether you want it front and center in the family room or want to keep it in a safe place in your home office, there are plenty of creative ways to display your LEGO® sets. From large builds to action figures, here are seven creative ways to display your LEGO® treasures.

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Upcycling is In: How to Make Used Fixtures the Star of Your Store

Living an eco-friendly life has become more important for many of us, including small business owners. In fact, a survey found that 9 out of 10 small-business owners want to recycle, while around three in four have switched to more environmentally friendly products in the past 12 months.

Although both practices are a positive step in the right direction, there is one practice that some retailers might be forgetting about: upcycling. And it is more beneficial to the environment—as well as your bottom line!

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Using Wooden Displays to Give Your Store that “Natural” Aesthetic

One of the biggest decisions when designing your store is choosing its overall aesthetic. And if you’ve chosen to have a more natural vibe throughout the space, then wooden displays are perfect for you. And fortunately, shopPOPdisplays has an assortment of wooden display options that can fit any of your retail needs.

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Organizing Your Art Supplies to Improve Creativity

No matter if you’re a commissioned artist or like to dabble in some artistic hobbies in your spare time, there’s no denying that your creative flow can be completely influenced by your environment. Imagine having a break-through idea and not being able to bring it to fruition because you spent too much time rummaging for misplaced art supplies. In order to maximize your creative potential regardless of your medium, it’s crucial to keep your creative space organized. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of maintaining an organized workspace and introduce you to a range of shopPOPdisplays products designed to streamline and tidy up your art supplies.

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