Drawing from her experience leading transformative IT initiatives at the University of Michigan, Laura McCain Patterson outlined 4 ‘critical capabilities’ that technology leaders need to be successful at the 2024 Information & Technology Leadership Conference on Dec 3.
UW–Madison IT Connects
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Digital marketing trends: Will ChatGPT steal your design job?
Whether you’re a designer, a marketer, or you’re simply interested in how generative AI is transforming the workplace, this UW Design Community talk is for you. Dec 5: 1pm via Zoom.
Why you should consider being an IT mentor in 2025
Become an IT mentor to make a real difference in someone’s career—while strengthening your leadership skills and expanding your network. Apply by Dec 9 to join the 2025 cohort.
I&TLC 2024 deep dive: From cybersecurity to student leadership
Check out some of the engaging sessions and learning opportunities that await you at this year’s free hybrid Information & Technology Leadership Conference on Dec 3.
Registration open: Information & Technology Leadership Conference
Registration is open for the 2024 I&TLC. Join your colleagues in person or online for a day focused on developing leadership skills and connecting with peers. Dec 3, 8:30am to 4pm, Discovery Building and on Zoom.
Applications open for IT Mentoring Program 2025
Accelerate your IT career, make new connections and grow your skills in 2025! Apply by Dec 9 to be paired with a mentor or mentee.
UW Design Community: Designing action with applied compassion
Explore the differences between empathy and compassion—and why it matters in our work as designers. The session includes a guided mindfulness practice. Oct 24, 11am via Zoom.
Work perks: Sign up for IT coffee meetups this fall
Join I&T Coffee Connections to make a new connection this fall. Sign up by Oct 21 for casual meetups with your IT peers.
Call for proposals: UW–Madison I&T Leadership Conference 2024
We are excited to announce the call for proposals for the upcoming hybrid UW–Madison Information & Technology Leadership Conference (I&TLC) on Dec 3. Proposals due Oct 10.
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.