An AI Developer training event hosted by Microsoft and ArchitectNow at the Microsoft Learning Center at Cortex in St. Louis on Oct. 14 drew 25 attendees and yielded rave reviews. The 6-hour event featured guided training in a Microsoft-hosted environment, using the latest Azure AI Foundry and development practices—the opportunity for a more in-depth exploration […]
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October IT All Hands recording and materials available
The recording and materials from the October IT All Hands meeting are now available in the archives, available through the IT website. WashU Vice Chancellor for Technology and Chief Information Officer Jessie Minton presented on the recent WashU IT reorganization effort and answered questions. The next meeting will take place from 3-4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. […]
WashU IT’s Yu honored with advocacy award for volunteer work
WashU IT Communications Specialist Annabelle Yu was honored recently for her important volunteer advocacy work with the local nonprofit organization St. Louis Survivor Legal Support (SLSLS). SLSLS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping those experiencing intimate or domestic violence by providing free legal services and support. Yu began volunteering with SLSLS in February of […]
Compute2: The New Standard for computational research at WashU
WashU IT Research Infrastructure Services (RIS) new Compute2 high-performance computing cluster is already driving faster, more efficient research across disciplines. For one researcher, Yuanjian Zhang, who is working on global atmospheric simulations, the upgrades have made a measurable impact. “Compute2 features the latest Intel Emerald Rapids CPUs, which are about 30% faster than those on […]
WashU Canned Food Drive open now through Dec. 20
WashU is coordinating a food drive to help respond to the growing food crisis in the region. This initiative is to support neighbors in need. The following items are identified as high-priority needs: To get involved or inquire about establishing a drop-off site for donations, contact Maggie Brockmeyer, brockmeyer@wustl.edu. Collected items are being delivered weekly […]
Update from CIO Jessie Minton: WashU IT’s recent reorganization
Nearly two years ago, WashU IT leaders began carefully and intentionally planning for the future. Recognizing some duplication and inefficiencies, and the opportunity to streamline processes, reduce costs, and reconfigure teams, the decision was made to develop an Operating Model to guide our next steps. Following months of discussion and the evaluation of current practices, […]
Available now: Computer2 – The future of high-performance computing at WashU
WashU IT Research Infrastructure Services is excited to announce the successful completion and launch of Compute2, its next-generation high-performance computing platform built to meet the growing demands of the WashU research community. Compute2 is for researchers requiring cutting-edge performance for their computational research, including large datasets and complex simulations that benefit from the latest technology […]
Hybrid, on-site, some remote WashU Medicine employees have until Nov. 17 to comply with flu shot policy
WashU Medicine employees who work on campus or in a hybrid role at any WashU Medicine location must comply with this year’s influenza policy and be vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination prior to 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 17. This list of employees includes faculty, staff, trainees, select employees on the Danforth Campus, the […]
New fast track option for project requests
The IT Portfolio and Project Management Office (PPMO) now offers a Fast Track option for qualifying new project requests. This new option is designed to streamline the intake process for low-risk, recurring maintenance, and operational projects, significantly reducing administrative overhead and enhancing our overall efficiency. Key Benefits: To find out if a project qualifies for […]
Software Renewal Process for three titles expiring in December 2025
Software Asset Management (EUX SAM) and Software Licensing (EUS SL) collaborated and began the renewal process for software titles expiring in December 2025. BioRender and Parallels renewals began Oct. 6, and managers or renewal points of contact must complete their actions by 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24. Budgetary approvals will close at 2 p.m. […]