In a Jan 24 Design Community session, participants got to practice their skills with expert advice from UW–Madison Plain Language instructors. Miss the session? Check out the recording for some valuable tips.
IT News
5 ways to combat phishing attempts
No one is exempt from phishing attempts. The good news is that you can take steps to help prevent getting hacked.
1/28 Email phishing alert: Subject line “Debit Alert”
Scammers recently sent a message that appears to be from Chase Bank, but was actually a forgery. Learn how to protect yourself.
Learn how to recognize and report phishing
Phishing: A scammer attempts to get financial or other confidential information by posing as a reputable entity in an electronic communication. Be skeptical and look for these warning signs.
New Year, New Ways To Create A Welcoming Course
Instructors can use the UDOIT course accessibility checker and the NameCoach integration, which allows people to record the correct pronunciation of their names. Learn more about these and other updates.
InfoLabs Offer Free Equipment Loan Options For Students
Did you know? Students can check out laptops, video cameras, still cameras, projectors, game systems, audio recorders and more, for classroom and personal use.
Apple AirTags And Your Safety
These small wireless devices can help you keep track of things or locate lost items. But police departments across the country have started receiving reports of possible unwanted tracking using the devices, or even stalking. Keep yourself safe with these tips from UWPD.
The Hidden Benefits Of Plain Language: Jan 24
Whether you’re developing new content or jazzing up your existing copy, plain language can improve the overall experience for your readers. Need some expert advice? Join the Center for User Experience for a UW Design Community session.
Missed I&TLC? Watch The Recordings
Recordings of the Information & Technology Leadership Conference (I&TLC 2021) virtual sessions are now available. This year’s theme was “Lead with bold IDEAs: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access(ibility).”
Jan 21 Town Hall: What Does Spring Semester Look Like?
A panel of UW–Madison experts will answer questions about the spring semester and how the university plans to navigate the continuing COVID-19 situation. Fri, Jan 21, noon-1pm, via YouTube.