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Learn@UW Newsletter, week of Mar 13
What’s happening Top Hat – Release note highlights Top Hat is expecting to deliver several upgrades and improvements in coming weeks: Video Questions – This new assessment type enables students to record a video response …
March 13, 2026
Updated eduroam certificate coming soon
eduroam will update its server certificate on Tuesday, March 31. Learn what is changing and what to do if prompted to "trust" the new certificate for eduroam.wisc.edu.
March 13, 2026Help support ITA during Day of the Badger
ITA will participate in UW–Madison’s 7th annual Day of the Badger fundraising event. Consider donating, as every dollar donated to ITA helps create life-changing opportunities for students.
March 13, 2026Join us: A conversation on confidence & growth in IT — March 18
UW–Madison information technology employees are invited to join an engaging discussion by a panel of IT colleagues about navigating self-doubt in their professional journeys. March 18, 11am to 1pm via Zoom.
March 12, 2026Virtual Office Hours with CIO Didier Contis
Fridays, 9:15am via Zoom. Unscripted conversations with our Chief Information Officer.
March 12, 2026Learn how to use Microsoft Copilot & Google Gemini
Get AI basics with Learn@UW in these one-hour virtual workshops: March 24, April 16 & April 30.
March 12, 2026Turn Insights into Impact, apply to the i2i Program today
The Insights to Impact (i2i) Program helps instructors transform data into actionable strategies. Apply today and join a community of like-minded and committed educators. Early-bird deadline is April 6.
March 11, 2026Mid-semester training opportunities from Learn@UW
Instructors are invited to attend two mid-semester training courses in Canvas: final grading and preparing for next semester. Both presentations are free and offered online.
March 10, 2026From data to teaching & learning impact: How i2i empowers instructors to elevate learning
The Insight to Impact (i2i) Program is now taking applications for the 2026-27 season. Learn more about this important program and how it can impact your work in higher education.
March 4, 2026Finding ‘Meaning in the Metrics’
The 7th annual Data Science Research Bazaar is for everyone — whether you’re a seasoned data scientist or just starting your journey. Can’t make the March 19 bazaar? Additional events take place throughout March and April.
March 3, 2026Help Desk hours for spring break
The DoIT Help Desk has reduced hours over UW–Madison’s spring recess. Please make note of these changes — and enjoy your break!
March 3, 2026Learn@UW Newsletter, week of Feb 27
What’s happening Canvas – Emerging AI features You may be hearing about new Canvas features released under the umbrella name IgniteAI. IgniteAI is a new Canvas feature line from Instructure that groups together AI‑driven functionality. …
February 27, 2026Device compliance data update: what we’re seeing in VPN Audit Mode
Read time: 3–4 minutes Earlier this year, Smart Access shared that we would begin reviewing VPN device data to better understand the security posture of devices connecting to university resources. That work is now producing …
February 25, 2026Register now for the 2026 IT Support Symposium
Build the connections that make your work easier at our annual half-day event for staff in IT support roles. Registration closes March 20 and space is limited, so grab your spot today!
February 25, 2026Honor a colleague who raises the bar
Do you know someone who continually goes above and beyond in the intelligent use of technology in higher education? Don’t miss this opportunity to recognize changemakers in the 2026 EDUCAUSE Awards. Nomination deadline: March 27.
February 18, 2026- More IT News posts
From the CIO
The CIO’s presentations, articles and thought leadership
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 hammer and tongs — they are nurtured and grown through mindfulness, care and intentionality.
December 8, 2025Connections 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 unexpected places.
November 17, 2025A 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 info about our upcoming listening sessions this fall.
August 15, 2025- More Notes from the CIO posts
