What is "unizin"

Unizin (pronounced [ju.nɨ.zɪn] (IPA) or "yo͞o-nə-zin") is both a consortium of higher education institutions and a service provider. The Unizin consortium was founded in 2014 by Colorado State University, University of Florida, Indiana University, and University of Michigan. On July 22, 2014, Unizin named Amin Qazi its founding CEO. The Unizin service debuted its first offering, Canvas by Instructure, in late summer 2014. The goal of the Unizin service is to establish the standard gauge rails of digital learning, creating common standards that enable collaboration within the higher education community. Unizin, Ltd. is a registered 501(c)(3). Unizin’s Chief Executive reports to the Unizin board of directors.