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IT News
Microsoft removed Copilot AI from Word, Excel, PowerPoint & OneNote
The change will affect a small number of users at UW–Madison.
DoIT 30th anniversary celebration earns recognition from CASE
It’s like a cherry on top of a scoop of Bits & Bytes ice cream… Congrats to the winners of a 2025 best-of-district award from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education for special events!
Graduating or leaving UW? Take action before you lose access to your email
Keep in mind: You’ll lose access to your netid@wisc.edu email and other Microsoft 365 data 9 months after you leave the university. Take note of things to do to prepare for this change and preserve your data.
Level up your finals prep with InfoLabs services
Make the most of your study sessions with InfoLabs. From equipment checkout and printing to specialized software and ample study spaces, find all the tools you need to finish the semester strong.
Watch for scams targeting faculty
The scammer starts by asking to discuss your work. Then, once a relationship is established, they try to convince you to “invest” or transfer money. Learn what these scams look like — and what to do if you are targeted.
Meet Google Workspace Studio
This free tool helps you design AI-powered “agents” that can perform tasks for you in apps like Google Drive, Docs and Sheets — no coding required.
Recycle your old computers & electronics (for free!)
Don’t just throw your old computers, monitors, printers or power adapters in your household trash. Recycle them safely and securely by bringing them to the Division of Information Technology (DoIT) Help Desk.
FREE webinars from EDUCAUSE
Upcoming higher ed and technology topics include digital accessibility tools, spending smarter in IT, and streamlining video learning across learning management systems.
Nominate your exceptional colleagues for the 2026 IT Recognition Awards
We work with excellent people who do awesome things. Help your colleagues get the recognition they deserve. Nominate them by May 1.