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IT News
InfoLabs launches 2 new features
Exciting news! Wireless printing is now available across all InfoLab (computer lab) locations. Additionally, students can use the Morphic toolbar on computers and laptops to easily access built-in accessibility and usability features.
Getting a new smartphone, tablet or laptop?
It’s the season for big sales and deep discounts. So if you’re scoping out good deals for a shiny new device, follow these steps to enroll it in MFA-Duo. (And don’t forget to generate a list of backup passcodes, too.)
Dominic Ledesma appointed assistant vice provost for culture, climate & engagement
A 2-time UW grad with extensive higher-education administration experience, Dominic Ledesma will lead the Division of Information Technology’s strategy for equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging and launch a new office in the division.
Watch AI-prompt maestros compete at UW’s MadPrompts Battle
Nov 29, 6pm to 8 pm, Discovery Building: Watch live as Badgers compete to see who can create the best text-to-image generative AI prompts.
New expiration process for Microsoft Teams meeting recordings
Beginning Nov 27, newly-created Microsoft Teams meeting recordings will be available for 30 days and then moved to your recycle bin. Learn more about the expiration policy and how to access the recordings.
Scam alert: phishing attempts to access NetID & MFA-Duo credentials
Beware of phishing attempts to access your MFA-Duo credentials. If you fall for the scam, criminals could then attempt to reroute your direct deposit information.
Register now for the 2023 Information & Technology Leadership Conference
Join your colleagues Dec 5 in person or online at the only UW–Madison conference designed specifically to help information and technology professionals develop their leadership skills.
Lois Brooks earns national IT leadership award
CIO Lois Brooks was named one of the Higher Education IT Executives of the Year in the EdScoop 50 Awards for 2023. This award recognizes her work defining the future of technology in higher education institutions.
Vanessa Taulbee selected as new business analysis & change management associate director
With over 15 years of experience as a consultant, developer, team lead and business owner, Vanessa Taulbee’s depth of knowledge will be of tremendous value in this new role with the Division of Information Technology’s Portfolio & Project Management Office (PPMO).