A new enterprise architecture platform, Ardoq, and Epic Electronic Health Record enhancements, will be the focus for the next IT All Hands meeting, set to take place from 3-4 pm CT on Wednesday, Sept. 17. Members of the Enterprise Systems and Solutions (ESS) Solution Architecture Team, Melinda Nadler, Business Analyst III, Jason Clevenger, IT Architect, […]
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WashU IT CIO Minton honored with HMG Strategy Global Leadership Institute Award
Washington University in St. Louis proudly announces that Jessie Minton, Vice Chancellor for Technology and Chief Information Officer, has received a prestigious award from the HMG Strategy Global Leadership Institute during the organization’s recent Summit. Established in 2012, this award is part of HMG Strategy’s recognition program, which honors elite leaders in business and global […]
Celebrating Excellence: Peppers recognized as a 2024 Person of ImpacT
Recognized as one of 12 people who received more than one nomination in 2024 as a Person of ImpacT, Kevin Peppers, the Application Developer Lead on Enterprise Systems and Solutions (ESS) ServiceNow Delivery team, was honored for his commitment to supporting his colleagues and enhancing the efficiency of WashU IT projects. Individuals honored as a […]
GPT-5 Arrives in Microsoft 365 Copilot
Microsoft has announced the release of GPT-5 in Microsoft 365 Copilot, reinforcing its commitment to delivering OpenAI’s latest models to customers within 30 days of launch. This integration brings significant advancements in AI-powered productivity, offering users a more intelligent and responsive experience across their daily workflows. GPT-5 introduces a dynamic model-routing capability within Copilot. When […]
Meet more of WashU IT’s “People of ImpacT”
WashU IT is continuing to highlight some special employees who are making an impact within WashU. These are some of the individuals who received multiple nominations as People of ImpacT in 2024. Employees are nominated by their peers, managers, and customers. While 93 employees were acknowledged as People of ImpacT last year, there were 12 distinguished […]
Tune into Episode 346 of the “Something Extra” Podcast for an intriguing interview with WashU CIO Jessie Minton
In a recent episode of the “Something Extra” podcast hosted by Lisa Nichols, CEO of Technology Partners, WashU’s Vice Chancellor for Technology and CIO Jessie Minton, shares compelling insights into how her lifelong passion for equestrian competitions has shaped her leadership style. Drawing parallels between horse-riding and effective team management, she underscores the importance of […]
Bryce Mueller honored for dedication as a 2024 Person of ImpacT
Recognized for his exceptional dedication and teamwork, Bryce Mueller is one of 12 WashU IT employees recognized with multiple nominations as a 2024 Person of ImpacT. His journey within the department over the past several years epitomizes a spirit of collaboration and mentoring that has been instrumental to its success. “In IT, we basically help […]
Microsoft Teams unveils new Chat & Channels experience
Microsoft has unveiled an exciting update allowing individuals to customize the Teams platform. As of late June, the new Chat & Channels experience was introduced, allowing for a streamlined interface merging Teams and Chat into a singular menu. This redesign means the left navigation bar, traditionally home to separate sections for Teams, will now unify […]
Partner with EUX: Simplify IT, amplify impact
IT in higher education doesn’t need to be complicated. The End User Experience (EUX) team helps cut through complexity, reduce friction, and deliver smarter, more user-focused services across campus. Whether launching a project, troubleshooting a process, or navigating change—EUX is the trusted guide for customers and serves the rest of WashU IT through transparent, collaborative […]
From Clipboards to clicks: How RFID supercharged the LAMPS census
In January 2023, Washington University in St. Louis started the process to modernize how staff verify the animal census by pairing Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID)—a technology that uses electromagnetic fields to automatically identify and track tags attached to objects—with the Laboratory Animal Management and Protocol System (LAMPS). While LAMPS continues to determine the census based on cage […]