University of Wisconsin–Madison

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Get AI basics with Learn@UW

Are you curious about AI tools, but just don’t know how to get started—or which tools are safe to use? We’ve got you covered in this hands-on workshop. Nov 12, noon via Zoom.

Beware the phish

Scammers are getting better at their craft. Learn how to detect and report even the most legitimate-looking phishing attempt.

Top 5 reasons to use InfoLabs

Did you know there are over 20 InfoLabs located throughout campus? From equipment checkout to special software, learn about the variety of free services.

New year, new tools: Elevate your instruction with Learn@UW

As instructors get ready for the new academic year, learn about new teaching tools available to you—like Gradescope—as well as updates to your favorites, like Canvas and Top Hat.

Avoid Workday phishing scams

Now that Workday is here, we expect to be targeted by phishing attacks. We are counting on you to help keep UW secure by detecting and reporting phishing attempts. Brush up on some reminders to help you identify red flags.

Meet the winners of the 2025 IT Recognition Awards

University IT professionals celebrated the exceptional achievements of their peers at the 6th annual UW–‍Madison IT Recognition Awards on May 29 during the IT Professionals Conference. Meet this year’s honorees.

MFA-Duo updates

On June 2, important updates were made to the Duo multi-factor authentication (MFA) service. Find out what changed—and how it will improve your login experience and better protect your NetID account.

Didier Contis named UW–‍Madison chief information officer

As CIO, Didier Contis will provide strategic vision and leadership for UW–‍Madison’s IT services and infrastructure, aligning IT resources with the university’s mission and goals. He starts July 7.

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.

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.