Author: Whitney Jacobson

Updated eduroam certificate coming soon

You may soon receive a notification prompting you to “trust” the new certificate for eduroam.wisc.edu. Find out what to do and how to prepare your device.

Turn insights into impact: Apply for the i2i Program today

The Insights to Impact (i2i) Program helps instructors transform data into actionable strategies. Apply today and join a community of like-minded, committed educators. Earlybird deadline is April 6.

Mid-semester training opportunities from Learn@UW

Instructors are invited to attend two mid-semester training courses in Canvas: final grading and preparing for next semester. Both presentations are free and offered online.

From data to teaching & learning impact: How i2i empowers instructors to elevate learning

The Insight to Impact (i2i) Program is now taking applications for the 2026-27 season. Learn more about this important program and how it can impact your work in higher education.

Device compliance data update: what we’re seeing in VPN Audit Mode

Earlier this year, Smart Access began reviewing VPN device data to better understand the security posture of devices connecting to university resources. This article builds on our January update, which outlined our visibility-first approach.

New tools to support course accessibility

Three new tools have been integrated into Canvas and help make teaching and learning easier and more accessible. Learn more about these tools — and how to harness their powers to break accessibility barriers in your courses.

ITSM Tool Replacement Project update: Sprint 21

Get the latest on the IT Service Management Tool Replacement Project. The team has successfully delivered key improvements across several functional areas.

Smart Access January 2026 update

Smart Access work is active, focused on advancing Zero Trust with the tools we already have. Learn more about the current work and what’s next.

Learn how to safeguard data during Data Privacy Week

You can‘t always control how information is gathered or shared, but you can control how you treat and protect information — at work and at home.

For students: Mark your calendars for Love Data Week

Love Data Week is a celebration held yearly during the week of Valentine’s Day. Learn how to make well-designed visualizations, protect your personal data, archive public datasets, and more.