Eligible employees have until Friday to choose 2025 WashU health and insurance benefits 

Open enrollment for WashU health and insurance benefits runs through Friday, November 15. Now is the time to enroll or make changes to your current plans through Workday. Selected coverage will take effect Jan. 1, 2025.  During open enrollment, employees should review their health, vision, dental and life insurance options, verify eligibility for any dependents, […]

Introducing Karen Schilli as the New Director of IT Governance, Portfolio, Capacity & Demand Management at WashU IT

As the new Director of IT Governance, Portfolio, and Capacity and Demand Management, Karen Schilli brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of WashU’s unique IT landscape. In her new role, she will lead key initiatives in IT governance, strategic portfolio alignment, and capacity planning across our organization. This critical role places Schilli […]

Copilot for M365 now available

An innovative tool designed to enhance productivity and streamline workflows within Microsoft 365 applications, Copilot is now available at WashU.  Whether you’re trying to capture accurate meeting minutes or create an email or report, Copilot can save you time, allowing you to get more accomplished throughout the workday. Those interested in purchasing a license for […]

Curating, organizing, viewing and sharing is easier with Box Hubs 

WashU IT is excited to launch Box Hubs this week. An easy-to-use content portal, Box Hubs allows you to curate, organize, view and share content both internally and externally.  With Box Hubs, you can:  Use Box Hub’s three models to make your collaborations easier and more efficient.  

Sustainable Growth: A New Collaborative Project on Campus

After the success of the Project GreenLight initiative, an interactive electricity awareness campaign, the STS department and the Office of Sustainability have partnered once again for a new, tech-driven, exciting sustainability project. With support from a generous Sustainability Fund grant, two Rise Garden indoor smart hydroponic gardens that can grow up to 36 plants at a […]

WashU IT Cultural Norms are now the norm – ask your manager if you have questions 

Cameras are on. Out of office messages are in place. Work hours are shared. WashU IT’s Cultural Norms are now in place. If you have not yet adopted these norms, or if you have questions, refer to the WashU IT Cultural Norms that were shared with teams in numerous ways in September and October. If […]

Nominate peers for 2024 ImpacT Awards through November 1st 

Now through Friday, November 1st is the time to recognize the hard work and collaborative spirit of your coworkers by nominating them for a 2024 ImpacT award.  Those identified as People of ImpacT personify the IT Strategic Plan, ImpacT, and have a significant and positive influence on the people, the institution, and the community around […]