Author: Nick Heynen

Find your way around the redesigned DTS Portal

The Departmental Tech Support Portal launched July 29 with a new design. Update your bookmark if needed and find out where to get help.

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.

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.

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.

Free access to computers, printing & equipment on campus: InfoLabs explained

InfoLabs give you free computer access, equipment checkout, specialized software and printing at more than 20 locations across campus.

New to UW? Here’s how to personalize your digital campus identity

Use the UW–‍Madison Profile app to take control of your digital persona in Canvas, Zoom and other online services.

New format, new home for ‘Inclusive language guide for IT terminology’

The Inclusive language for IT guide just got easier to search, link to and use.

Disk encryption coming to Windows computers – fall 2026

Departmental Support (DS) will enable BitLocker Drive Encryption on all new and existing DS-managed Windows devices this fall.

New Teams group connects administrative staff exploring AI at work

The Administrative AI Exchange is a new Microsoft Teams space for HR, finance, facilities and other administrative staff to share experiences, ask questions and connect with colleagues — no expertise required.

Help plan the next Information & Technology Leadership Conference

We’re looking for creative, enthusiastic IT professionals to help plan our next conference. Attend an informational meeting to learn more about the committee and planning process.