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IT never sleeps. There’s always news to share. Here’s the latest from our digital campus and beyond.

Meet the new Microsoft Teams for Windows
The new desktop client has been reimagined from the ground up, providing a faster, simpler, more flexible experience. Try it out and explore the latest features and enhancements. Available 1st for Windows; coming soon for Mac.

3 things you can do to start building a more accessible digital campus
Our goal at UW–Madison is to ensure that all people, regardless of their ability, can use all of our public websites, applications, digital documents and experiences. Learn about the new policy—and what you can do to help.

Learn about the storytelling process through video & podcasts
Sep 27, 1pm via Zoom. Join the UW Design Community to get insight into the creative process from Bonnie Willison, Wisconsin Sea Grant video and podcast producer.

What is TechNews?
Welcome to a new academic year, Badgers! If this is your 1st time reading TechNews—or if you need a refresher—here's what you can expect in your inbox each month.

Engage eText: What students need to know
If your fall semester courses offer digital textbooks via Engage, here’s what you need to know—including how much money students have saved on print textbooks. (Hint: It's more than enough to satisfy a sweet tooth...)

Engage eText: Order for spring semester by Dec 1
If you’re an instructor interested in ordering Engage digital materials for your spring semester courses, the ordering period begins Sep 25.

Get paid to help build a better digital campus
Students employed at UW–Madison can join our research panel to provide your perspective on websites and apps. Participants earn $25 per session.

Is AI racist? Join us Sep 22 to examine racial bias in AI and explore solutions
Sep 22, 9:15am via Zoom. Join us for a conversation with Lori Kido Lopez, UW–Madison professor and author of "Race and Digital Media," about racial bias in AI design and use.

Campus guidance on generative AI in teaching & learning
Instructors: Looking for guidance about using artificial intelligence in your courses? Resources from the Division for Teaching & Learning include sample syllabus language and a webinar featuring a panel of instructors.

Top 5 reasons to use InfoLabs
Did you know there are over 20 InfoLabs located throughout campus? From equipment checkout to special software, learn about the variety of free services offered to faculty, staff and students.

Learn & grow with EDUCAUSE
Take advantage of UW–Madison's EDUCAUSE membership and join us for free webinars and learning labs. Upcoming topics include building a personal brand, generative artificial intelligence in higher ed and the changing landscape of online education.

Join us for ‘CommunITea’
Thursdays, 3:30pm via Zoom. A weekly event for IT and IT-adjacent folks to socialize with peers and connect in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
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- September 21Learner Engagement Analytics Dashboard (LEAD): Demo & DiscussionLearn@UW Online Trainings - Fall 202310:00 AM, Online
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- September 21Learner Engagement Analytics Dashboard (LEAD): Demo & DiscussionLearn@UW Online Trainings - Fall 20231:00 PM, Online
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