Author: Nick Heynen

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.

Meet the recipients of the 2026 UW–‍Madison IT Recognition Awards

The annual awards recognize the dedication, innovation and impact of the UW–Madison's information technology community.

MyUW Forward project update: Phased rollout starts fall 2026

The new MyUW experience will be available to select groups starting in November 2026, with full transition planned for summer 2027.

Going AFK: Turning Teams chats into handshakes at UW’s IT Support Symposium

For many attendees at the 2026 IT Support Symposium, the most valuable thing wasn't the agenda — it was finally meeting the colleagues they'd been talking with online for years.

Migrate your WiscWeb site to UW Theme 2.0 before the end of 2026

If your WiscWeb site still runs UW Theme Classic, you must migrate to UW Theme 2.0 by the end of 2026. Here’s what you need to know.