Shouldn’t a research-focused institution like WashU have the best research tools? WashU IT’s Research Infrastructure Services (RIS) team thinks so too. That’s why RIS works diligently to provide services to researchers focused on high performance storage and computing and applications, spanning across all our campuses, making the hosting and sharing of research easier than ever. […]
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Reflecting on the Last Year and Looking to the Future: WashU IT’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force
On May 25, 2020, the death of George Floyd shook the nation. The tremors could be felt across the globe, and down to the smallest community, and WashU IT was no exception. While George Floyd certainly was not the first or last example of racial disparity and injustice in the U.S., his death resonated profoundly […]
Recent EA Accomplishments- August 24, 2021
Submitted by Veleria Boaten Enterprise Applications is working on a variety of projects. Please see listed below projects that have been released since our last Tuesday Tech submission. Domain Alignment Project Name Summary Project Team Implementation Date Advancement Monthly Payroll Deduction Autosys job ran in error Support for University Advancement legacy system. Darrin Hutchinson 7/19/21 Sharepoint Migration EA-7944 […]
Current COVID-19 Mask Policy: Masks Required Indoors
Due to rising cases of COVID-19, on July 26, 2021, the university reinstated its indoor mask requirement, in accordance with the city and county mandates that went into effect on the same day. Masks are required at indoor gatherings for everyone, regardless of vaccination status or the size of a meeting or gathering. Masks are not required for those working […]
What’s New with Zoom?
Submitted by Matt Arthur There are always new challenges to face in a virtual working environment, and that’s why WashU IT busy at work to create an even better Zoom experience for you, enhancing accessibility and collaboration. The latest updates for your Zoom experience are: A new version of the Zoom app is currently being […]
Congratulations and Many Thanks to Sharon Swan!
Submitted by Amy Walter Sharon Swan has accepted a new position as the Senior Director of Digital Workspace at Anheuser-Busch. Her last day at WashU is Thursday, August 26. Sharon worked for Washington University from 2002 to 2009, then returned to WashU IT 6 years ago. Most recently she led the Shared IT Services (SITS) Program to a successful completion, […]
What’s Happening in EUS: Service Desk- Let’s Collaborate!
Submitted by Lisa Jordan WashU IT is a complex and ever-changing organization. As the front door to WashU IT, the Service Desk has to find ways to stay current with all organizational and technical enhancements in order to offer the best service possible. Communication is paramount in this complex environment. Another way is through collaboration. […]
Congratulations to July 27th’s “What Do You Know?” Video Trivia Winner!
Congratulations to Lisa Spahr, the winner of last week’s DEI video trivia who provided the right answer to our question! WashU IT’s DEI Task Force will be in touch with you soon to send you your $25 Amazon gift card. Great job! And for those who missed out last time, remember that you’ll have another […]
The Latest in Shared Infrastructure- July Accomplishments
Submitted by David Sterling Team Business Areas of Interest Accomplishment Impact Enterprise Engineering Workday IdM live and running on Workday data HR system of record changed to Workday. IDM has been working closely with HRIS to facilitate quick remediation for identity related issues in Workday. Enterprise Engineering Various schools & depts. Three ECM sites have […]
“What Do You Know?” DEI Video Trivia – August 10, 2021
Welcome to the another edition of the DEI video trivia contest! Join the fun for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon! This week’s questions are: Question 1: What does being aware of diversity, equity, and inclusion teach Kevin Lin? Is it: a. That it’s important to travel and experience other cultures. b. […]