Interested in hearing thought-provoking stories and learning some tips for everyday actions you can take to create a more inclusive, engaging workplace? Watch the recording of the recent UW Women+ In IT event, a fireside chat with Karen Catlin, author of Better Allies.
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Coming Feb 2022: Data Science Research Bazaar
Share your data science at the Data Science Research Bazaar! We welcome submissions from all disciplines and career stages, including students. Proposal deadline Nov 30.
Join us for Cybersecurity Awareness Month
You’re invited to 3 virtual events to help you learn about the importance of cybersecurity and get info and tools to be more safe and secure online. Next up: Oct 27, “Better Cybersecurity Through Inclusive Language and Practices.”
Engage eText: What Students Need To Know
If your courses offer digital textbooks and other materials via Engage, here’s what you need to know—including how much money students have saved on print textbooks and other advantages. Instructors: Order by Dec 1 for the spring 2022 semester. More here >
10/11 Phishing Alert! Subject: “Evaluation of State Retirement Benefits for University of Wisconsin System”
There are active phishing campaigns on campus in which the attacker impersonates a consultant offering retirement advice. The email asks recipients to click a link to schedule an appointment or to unsubscribe.
Manage Your Passwords With LastPass Enterprise
UW–Madison has implemented LastPass Enterprise to help you store and easily access all your passwords. Get details on what LastPass is and why you should use it.
Final call for I&TLC 2021 proposals!
Submit your proposal by Oct 13 to present at the 8th annual Information & Technology Leadership Conference on Nov 30.
Are your smart home devices secure?
Smart TVs, cameras, speakers, watches, toys, phones, tablets and other internet-connected devices add convenience to our lives, but their security isn’t guaranteed. Get tips to protect your personal info.
Sign Up For The 2021-22 UW IT Mentoring Matchup Program
Expand your personal and professional network, improve cross-campus collaboration, and work with other IT folks to improve your own skillset. Submit your interest by Oct 18.
Pause your plans for an upgrade to Windows 11
Microsoft is releasing its new operating system, Windows 11, on Tuesday, October 5th. Users SHOULD NOT attempt to upgrade to it on their own. DoIT Departmental Support is testing and validating the Windows 11 update …