It’s been one year since we launched the WashU IT LinkedIn profile, and what an important and fun journey it has been. Since Aug. 17, 2023, we’ve grown into a vibrant community of more than 800 people – and counting. This milestone represents more than just numbers; it’s about the connections we’ve built and the dialogue we’ve fostered with our WashU and BJC community, industry technology partners, and the people of St. Louis.
From the start, our goal was to create a two-way channel of communication. We wanted a space to share our programs, projects, and initiatives, while listening to our stakeholders’ thoughts, needs, and feedback. We’ve shared stories of innovation, communicated about key job openings, highlighted IT people making a positive impact at the university, and showcased the incredible work happening across our many IT teams. Through this, we’ve provided insights into the IT services that keep our university running smoothly – often behind the scenes. Most importantly, we’ve worked hard to make every member of our community feel valued and engaged through our content.
As we reflect on this first year, we’re proud of how far we’ve come, but we know there’s still a long way to go. Everything we do is centered on enabling and supporting our community of students, faculty, staff, researchers, and clinicians and their work so that everyone has the digital infrastructure and resources they need to succeed. We’re committed to continuing to grow, learn, and adapt, to ensure our channel remains a dynamic and inclusive space for everyone.
Thank you for being part of this journey of connection, collaboration, community, and meaningful impact. Please continue sharing WashU IT within your networks so we can keep the momentum going.