University of Wisconsin–Madison

Category: IT News

Tips to stay cyber-secure while traveling

Spring and summer bring road trips and perhaps even vacations abroad. But do you know how to keep your devices safe while traveling? Get tips from the Cybersecurity Team to stay safe during your prep, on your trip, and when you return.

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.

DoIT Number system changing with transition to Workday

DoIT shut down the website tool for the DoIT Number system on Feb 28. However, DoIT Numbers themselves remain fully active through Jun 30. Learn what actions you need to take during this transition period.

Share your ideas at the 2025 IT Professionals Conference

Submit a proposal today to share your insights with colleagues across campus. Proposals due Mar 28 at 5pm.

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.

Honor a colleague who raises the bar

Do you know someone who continually goes above and beyond in the intelligent use of technology in higher education? Don’t miss this opportunity to recognize changemakers in the 2026 EDUCAUSE Awards. Nomination deadline: March 27.

Computing innovation to power tomorrow’s research

A message from Chief Information Officer Lois Brooks: In our continuing Envision the Future series, we explore how computing infrastructure advances will support UW–‍Madison’s ambitious research agenda.

How to clear your cache & cookies

Does the sunshine and unseasonable temps put you in the mood for a little spring cleaning? Clearing your cache and cookies from time to time is good “tech hygiene.” And it can also help you troubleshoot when your device is running slowly or you’re having trouble with an app.

1Password accounts now available

It’s more important than ever to safeguard your online information. This university-approved password manager generates and stores complex, unique passwords for each of your accounts. Learn how to request and activate 1Password.