In support of ImpacT and the call to provide the university community with tools and the knowledge to safeguard and sustain our systems, data, and reputation, the Office of Information Security (OIS) has initiated a complete revision and expansion of the OIS policy library. The goal is to foster a strong security culture at WashU […]
Category: IMPACT IT Strategic Plan
Enterprise Applications (EA): Qualtrics for Sensitive Data Has Launched
Qualtrics for Sensitive Data has officially launched. Here are the top 4 things to know about this new tool: Visit the Qualtrics product page for updates about either of these Qualtrics brands.
Empowering St. Louis Through the WashU IT Apprentice Program
WashU IT’s Apprenticeship Program is addressing St. Louis’ dual challenge: supporting non-traditional candidates and fulfilling unmet IT positions, as well as embracing our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. The program, which began with its’ first cohort of 5 apprentices in March of 2022, was started by a partnership between AT&T and WashU IT. The 18-month […]
Check out the well-being resources available to WashU employees
Our mission is deeply rooted in serving others. To do that well, prioritizing self-care is vital. The employee experience at WashU embraces a culture that places emphasis on nurturing well-being. Whether you are interested in joining a team of your peers in the Spring Well-Being Challenge or would like to recognize a colleague for their […]
Empowering Users: Understanding WashU IT End User Services
End User Services serve as the backbone of the WashU IT infrastructure, empowering the university community to focus on their core tasks by understanding, anticipating, and responding to their technological needs. Join Rick Herman, Executive Director End User Services, Michelle Stirnemann, Director End User Services, Thomas Walker, Senior Customer Relationship Manager, and Nancy Webb, Senior […]
WashU IT hosts St. LouisCIO monthly meeting at EPNEC
WashU CIO Jessie Minton recently engaged in a morning of thought-provoking discussion on Generative AI with WashU’s Digital Intelligence and Innovation Accelerator’s Dr. Philip Payne and Jerry Fox, Senior Vice President, Chief Information and Digital Officer at BJC Health System. Check out the LinkedIn post with more information about photos from the event. WashU IT […]
Recent tours offer engineering students a glimpse inside the Research Data Center
Thanks to recent tours of the Research Data Center on the Medical School campus, nearly 40 WashU students from an infrastructure architecture class had a valuable practical learning experience. The student tours were led by Craig Hager, Senior Director of Information Technology, and Tim Flynn, IT Critical Infrastructure Technician III. Saeed Akbani, Professor of Practice […]
The importance of self-reflection and self-awareness in the workplace
As I have been re-reading “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable” by Patrick Lencioni, well listening to the audio book, it has had me thinking about self-awareness. The book is tale about reasons that teams fail to function effectively and how we can work to correct course. Self-awareness is not one of the […]
Complete Harassment Prevention Training in Workday by April 12th
All WashU employees have been assigned annual harassment prevention training in Workday, which must be completed by April 12. The course was developed by Skillsoft, a leading expert in compliance training. Contingent employees are not required to complete the training. Warning: some employees might find the simulated photos or exercises to be distressing. The subject […]
Staff Recognition and Awards: Please nominate your peers
Distinguished Honor Awards nominations are open and being accepted until 5 pm CT, Friday, March 15th. Explore the categories under Universitywide, Central Fiscal Unit (CFU,) Medical School, and Danforth Campus School awards and consider nominating your peers or leaders for these prestigious honors. Staff Recognition Awards this year will return to an in-person component. Staff with […]