If you’re using Microsoft Office 2016 or 2019, upgrade your device to a supported version as soon as possible. Using unsupported software can lead to potential security risks.
Interested in a cybersecurity career? Find out what it’s all about
Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend 2 sessions to learn more about our daily cybersecurity operations—and how you might create your own path to a cybersecurity career. Feb 19 & 26 via Zoom.
Learn@UW Newsletter, week of January 10
What’s happening? Engage – Order periods for summer and fall 2025 Each semester, instructors may consider the use of eTexts and publisher digital learning tools in their courses. Engage is the tool we use to …
Help Desk reorganization: New team names, same great service
The Help Desk is moving away from “Level 1” and “Level 2” labels to team names that better reflect who they serve and what they do. This change will make it easier for the university community to connect with the right support team for their needs.
Safeguard university data together—new online course available
Learn how to properly handle and protect institutional data in “Data@UW—Data Governance and Responsible Use.” The 30-minute online course covers essential practices for managing everything from student records to financial information.
Next week: Grow your classroom toolkit with free training on Canvas, Top Hat, and more
Your friendly support partners at Learn@UW–Madison are kicking off 2024 with comprehensive training to help instructors prep for the spring semester, January 13-17. 2025.
Use Top Hat to increase engagement & belonging in the classroom
Top Hat is a digital tool that allows instructors to engage students by soliciting real-time ideas and feedback, even in the largest lecture.
New guide helps university instructors harness generative AI
Check out the university’s new “AI Prompt Cookbook,” a practical introductory guide to help instructors create course content, brainstorm assignments and more.
2025 Cybersecurity Awareness Training available now
Register today! This annual training is required for all employees, including student employees.
Active Directory Migrations: December project updates
A summary of recent updates and milestones, plus a look ahead at what’s on the horizon for the Active Directory Migrations project.