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Call for proposals: Information & Technology Leadership Conference 2026
Share your leadership insights at UW–Madison’s annual IT leadership conference this fall. Submit your proposal by Oct 4.
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Virtual Office Hours with CIO Didier Contis
Fridays, 9:15 a.m. via Zoom. Unscripted conversations with UW–Madison’s Chief Information Officer.
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New format, new home for ‘Inclusive language guide for IT terminology’
The Inclusive language for IT guide just got easier to search, easier to link to and easier to use.
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Free access to computers, printing & equipment on campus: InfoLabs explained
InfoLabs give you free computer access, equipment checkout, specialized software and printing at more than 20 locations across campus.
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Digital Accessibility: What are titles & headings?
Learn how titles and headings can help you create more accessible digital content.
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Get paid to help make a better digital campus
UW-Madison student employees: Join our panel to help build a better digital campus. Participants earn $25 per session to share their perspectives on websites and apps.
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Honorlock: Side-Angle Camera/Dual Camera feature
The Honorlock Side-Angle/Dual Camera feature is currently in beta testing. Learn when this feature may be available at UW–Madison.
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UW–Madison Posit Day: AI apps & dashboards
Join the Research Cyberinfrastructure team on September 17 for Posit Day, where topics related to Shiny and Querychat packages will be discussed.
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Engage eReader has transitioned to VitalSource
This transition comes with some changes. Exploring the VitalSource eReader before classes start can help ensure a smooth experience for both faculty and students!
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Save the date & get connected: Events for the IT community
Mark your calendars for an exciting year with IT Connects! Explore upcoming events, key dates and deadlines. From panels and Communities of Practice to conferences and leadership development, there’s something for everyone.
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Design Community User Experience Research panel discussion
Join us for a panel with User Experience Researchers from industry and UW–Madison. You’ll hear about career paths, industry challenges and opportunities, and more. Aug. 27, 11 a.m. via Zoom.
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Teaching Tools registration now open
Learn@UW is holding two sessions designed to help instructors leverage Canvas, Piazza, TopHat, and other teaching tools in their upcoming courses.
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What is digital accessibility?
Digital accessibility means that everyone can access information easily and independently. Learn more about this important work and why it matters.
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FREE webinars & info from EDUCAUSE
Topics include AI teaching and learning tools; developmental evaluation in curriculum, projects and institutional strategy; and insights from the largest AI survey conducted in higher education.
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Help Desk summer hours
The Help Desk has adjusted summer hours until fall. Please make note of these changes.
Notes from the CIO
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What last fall’s listening sessions showed me
A message from Chief Information Officer Didier Contis: The CIO Listening Sessions gave me a lot of things: candid feedback, a clearer sense of our challenges and genuine confidence in our community…
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Cultivating resilience: Reflections on tending our IT garden
A message from Chief Information Officer Didier Contis: Many of us in IT are shaped and strengthened by the stress of the job. But the most resilient teams are not forged with…
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Connections are the heart of our work
A message from Chief Information Officer Didier Contis: My first 4 months at UW–Madison have reinforced something important: People need connections to do their best work. And those connections can come from…
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A month of listening, learning & ice cream
A message from Chief Information Officer Didier Contis: As I pass my 1-month mark at UW–Madison, I’ve been reflecting on what I’ve discovered about our IT community. And I’m excited to share…
