A faster & more secure wireless network: eduroam
When you use “open” networks like UWNet or free Wi-Fi in public places, others can view or steal your wireless traffic. Set up an account to use eduroam — UW–Madison’s secure wireless network.
Services
Most-viewed Service pages year-to-date — Google Analytics.
News
Essential information technology news and updates, delivered in a quick-read format.
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Virtual Office Hours with CIO Didier Contis
Fridays, 9:15 a.m. via Zoom. Unscripted conversations with UW–Madison’s Chief Information Officer.
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Get involved in IT Federation efforts
Phase 2 offers more opportunities to shape discovery and design. Complete our interest survey to get started, and join us for office hours. First session: Sept. 28, 3 p.m. via Teams.
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Paul Benedict named DoIT Chief Financial Officer
Paul brings an exceptional combination of executive finance experience, deep institutional knowledge and a proven track record of data-driven decision-making to this role. His first day will be Nov. 16.
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Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Security is everyone’s job
Join us during the month of October to learn tips and tricks on how to protect your online privacy and data.
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Call for proposals: Information & Technology Leadership Conference 2026
Share your leadership insights at UW–Madison’s annual IT leadership conference this fall. Submit your proposal by Oct. 4.
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Strengthen cybersecurity skills this October with LinkedIn Learning
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. To celebrate, LinkedIn Learning has created a new resource that helps to build practical cybersecurity skills.
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Join the conversation on AI’s role in academia
Join students, instructors, researchers and staff for AI in Academia Coffee Hour, a five-session discussion series running Oct. 5 to Dec. 3.
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Sign up to make a new IT connection this year
Join I&T Coffee Connections to be matched with new colleagues each quarter for relaxed, no-pressure conversations in whatever format you prefer.
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Learn@UW Newsletter, week of Sep 25
What’s happening Learn@UW – Checking for and reporting tool outages Unfortunately, technology outages and service interruptions happen. As a reminder: Engage – Ordering period for spring 2027 Instructors can use Engage to…
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Data Classification Initiative: Quarterly update, Sept. 2026
UW–Madison will retire its data classification policy (UW-504) on January 1, 2027. The Data Classification Initiative is preparing campus for that transition. Here is what happened and what is coming.
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Join Top Hat representatives for a hands-on workshop
Top Hat representatives will be on campus in early October to provide a hands-on workshop and drop-in office hours. Learn more about Top Hat’s latest features and capabilities.
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Tech tip: Make sure WiscAlerts reach you & your family
You’re already enrolled in WiscAlerts, but did you know you can also sign up your family members? Follow these tips to make sure you’re prepared if there’s a campus emergency.
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