University of Wisconsin–Madison

Category: IT News

New to UW? Here’s how to personalize your digital campus identity

Use the UW–‍Madison Profile app to take control of your digital persona in Canvas, Zoom and other online services.

Celebrating the people of UW–‍Madison’s IT community

A message from Chief Information Officer Lois Brooks: As we recognize IT Professionals Day, please join me in expressing gratitude for the top-notch individuals who make up UW–‍Madison’s IT community.

AI-powered scams: How to protect yourself in the age of artificial intelligence

Scammers are using generative AI technology to supercharge their schemes. Learn the telltale signs of a scam—and what to do if you find yourself targeted.

Name change: Onsite Help Desk

The Walk-In Help Desk is now the Onsite Help Desk. The team and services remain the same—and agents are ready to help you with your tech troubles.

Make it accessible: Enabling a digitally accessible university

Accessibility is critical to inclusion—and at UW–‍Madison, it’s everyone’s responsibility. Not sure how to make your documents and digital content accessible to all? Start here.

AI meeting assistants now available in Zoom & Webex

You can now harness artificial intelligence to automatically generate summaries and action items from Zoom and Webex meetings. Learn how to get started.

08/25 Email phishing alert: Subject line “NOTICE BY IT ADMINISTRATOR TO VERIFY YOUR ACCOUNT”

Scammers recently sent phony email messages that appear to come from legitimate campus email addresses. Learn how to protect yourself!

Systems Engineering & Operations is hiring

Applications are open for critical infrastructure engineer. This team designs, deploys, configures and supports campus life/safety systems. Deadline: Sep 3.

Scoops & smiles: IT pros gather for campus ice cream social

More than 150 IT professionals from across the university gathered for a sweet treat at UW–‍Madison’s first IT Ice Cream Social. See photos from the event and share your feedback.

ITA’s summer of fun & learning

Ojibway games. Sailing with Hoofers. A cybersecurity workshop. This summer with UW–‍Madison’s Information Technology Academy, high school students got the chance to explore their technology interests while enjoying nature—and creating memories.