University of Wisconsin–Madison

Author: Lauren Bruce

UW–Madison designates 2026 as the ‘Year of AI Readiness & Competency’

The effort, which supports a number of campus priorities, will focus on a people-centered approach to guide thoughtful use of artificial intelligence on campus.

Canvas restored

Canvas has been restored. If you continue to experience issues, clear your cache and cookies in your desktop and mobile browsers, then contact the DoIT Help Desk.

Harness the power of teaching & learning data: Apply today to become more data savvy

Interested in learning how to use course data to better understand how students engage with your online content? Apply today. Deadline: May 22.

Connect with peers at the IT Support Symposium

Does your role involve supporting IT-related functions—from help desks to audio/visual work? Join your peers at UW–‍Madison’s inaugural IT Support Symposium to connect and learn from each other. Register by Mar 21.

Engage helps students save on course materials: Fall orders open Mar 19

Engage integrates digital textbooks with Canvas, saving students money while ensuring day-one access to course materials. Order by Mar 26 for summer 2025; fall 2025 ordering opens Mar 19.

Accessibility in action: spring events & resources

Creating accessible digital experiences requires a shared commitment. Design for usability, refine your processes and put best practices into action to create more inclusive, accessible experiences online.

Tech made easy with Software Training for Students—for free!

Boost your tech skills with free STS workshops and 1-on-1 support. Learn programming, design, media production and web development—in person or online. Instructors can request custom workshops.

Reserve your summer Engage eTexts before Mar 26 deadline

Engage offers instructors a way to integrate digital publisher materials into their Canvas courses at a fraction of the cost. To date, students have saved just over $19 million off the retail price of their materials.

MyUW Course Schedule app adds functionality, simplifies access

MyUW’s new Course Schedule app received an update that adds new functionality and improves the overall user experience when viewing course and final exam schedules.

Curious how to make your Google docs accessible? Try Grackle

Explore Grackle for clear guidance to make your Google docs, presentations and spreadsheets more accessible to all.