Dear Members of the WashU Community, There has been so much discussion recently surrounding the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), which is AI capable of producing content such as text, images, music, videos, code, or other media based on commands or prompts. Examples of such AI tools include Machine Learning (ML) and Large Language Models […]
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Enterprise Applications (EA): Organizational Update
Enterprise Applications (EA) recently announced FY24 Organizational Changes, including several promotions. Please WashU IT in congratulating the following team members on their recent promotions. Your dedication to the mission of IT and the University is notable and appreciated by all. Thank you for your hard work and dedication.
Message from the CIO: Thank You for your hard work, integrity leading to a successful FY23
Now that Fiscal Year 2023 is officially behind us, I would like to take a moment to thank you for the integrity and professionalism you continually demonstrate each day as part of WashU IT. Guided by the university’s Here and Next and the IT ImpacT strategic plans, we accomplished all the goals we set out […]
Message from the CISO: Introducing the WashU CyBear Secure Program
The day has finally come, and the Information Security Roadmap Team and I are proud to present the new name from our 5-Year Roadmap naming contest. The name of our roadmap program will be WashU CyBear Secure Program: Protect & Empower. We would like to thank everyone for their assistance toward this initiative. I would […]
Zoom and Teams Rooms – Elevating the Audio-Visual Experience
In today’s digital age, effective communication and seamless collaboration are vital to achieving our goals. Recognizing this, WashU IT has established five Zoom Rooms (1403, 2403, 1407, 2407, and 2408) and one Teams Room (2504) at 4480 Clayton Ave., aiming to enhance the audio-visual experience. Zoom and Teams Rooms bridge the gap between in-person and […]
Software Licensing transitions to End User Services in July 2023
As of Monday, July 3rd, the Software Licensing team, formerly under WashU IT Admin, has transitioned to the WashU IT Depot. This transition aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our services while better aligning our teams with the evolving needs of our organization. The Software Licensing team has been an integral part of […]
Tech Den’s Curry Enjoys the Innovative Aspects of Her Role in 3D Printing
Based on a conversation with Madison Curry, one would think she has held her position as a technical support specialist with the Tech Den team for years. To learn she has only been part of the WashU IT family since March is a bit surprising. The Salina, Kansas native earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts […]
Multiple Winners Identified in InfoSec Roadmap Project Naming
The Information Security Roadmap Team and I would like to thank everyone for their patience as we figured out a solution to the tie that resulted from our Information Security 5-Year Roadmap naming contest. As stated previously in Tuesday Tech, your suggestions were incredible. We appreciate the input that was put forth toward this effort. […]
New Project Management Guide Will Ensure More Consistent Project Delivery
You started a project. What do you do next? In an effort to improve the consistency in project delivery across WashU IT, we are pleased to announce the WashU IT Project Management Guide. The guide will provide: standard project processes, explanations, and templates, and include information on how to get assistance throughout the lifecycle of […]
IT Asset Management Offers Phase 1 Hardware Go-Live Update; Training and User Acceptance Testing News
The IT Asset Management team provided a Hardware Asset Management Phase 1 Go-Live update during a Town Hall meeting May 23. Additionally, news of upcoming training and user acceptance testing was shared. Stakeholders were provided the opportunity to ask questions, present ideas, and express concerns. Check out the recording and transcripts from this recent event.