Division of Information Technology
UW–Madison’s Division of Information Technology (DoIT) is the principal locus of the university’s IT operations.
DoIT’s approximately 550 staff provide IT services & support to more than 25,000 faculty and staff, and to nearly 50,000 students.
Here you can find information about DoIT’s focus areas, departments and people as well as some notable initiatives and interesting numbers in the world of DoIT.
Focus areas
DoIT is organized into 4 areas of focus: university mission, core services, enterprise and information security services, and business services. Click below to see details on the departments and leaders in each area.

University Mission
University mission departments support the teaching, research and outreach mission of the university.

Core Services
Core services departments form the backbone for all university technology operations.

Enterprise & Information Security Services
2 departments provide services that support the enterprise business systems and cybersecurity operations of the division.

Business Services
3 departments provide services that support the business operations of the division.

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News
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Engage eReader has transitioned to VitalSource
This transition comes with some changes. Exploring the VitalSource eReader before classes start can help ensure a smooth experience for both faculty and students!
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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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Save the date & get connected: Events for the IT community
Mark your calendars for an exciting year with IT Connects! Explore upcoming events, key dates and deadlines. From panels and Communities of Practice to conferences and leadership development, there’s something for everyone.
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Design Community User Experience Research panel discussion
Join us for a panel with User Experience Researchers from industry and UW–Madison. You’ll hear about career paths, industry challenges and opportunities, and more. Aug. 27, 11 a.m. via Zoom.
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Teaching Tools registration now open
Learn@UW is holding two sessions designed to help instructors leverage Canvas, Piazza, TopHat, and other teaching tools in their upcoming courses.




