To improve the consistency in project delivery across WashU IT, we are pleased to announce the WashU IT Project Management Guide available in Confluence on Monday, August 28th, 2023. You started a project. What do you do next? Confluence users will be able to access standard project processes, explanations, and templates. The activities listed include information on […]
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Check out the latest on Generative AI
With recent discussions surrounding the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in all areas of life, WashU IT recently launched a new webpage dedicated to providing valuable resources on this timely topic. Check out terms and definitions, guidance on proper, safe use, valuable resources, contact information for questions, and more. Through this webpage you can enhance your […]
OCIO Message: Minton celebrates WashU IT employees and ImpacT
I would like to take this opportunity to thank those who attended the IT ImpacT in-person launch event last week. You made it such a huge success. We had a crowd of nearly 350 people! It was so nice to celebrate you and all that you do to ensure the success of IT’s ImpacT Strategic […]
As “Back to School” season begins, Vore encourages reflection on your important role
As the “Back to School” season begins here at Washington University of St. Louis, I’m very aware of the physical and sometimes emotional distance many of us feel from the campus in our mostly remote roles. It’s easy to feel disconnected from the classrooms, the lecture halls, and the lively campus interactions. Yet, I urge […]
OCIO Joint Message on the use of generative AI from CISO Chris Shull and CTO Greg Hart
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 […]
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 […]
July 19: A New Generation of Qualtrics Widgets
Qualtrics has introduced a new generation of widgets to provide consistent and accessible widgets with improved visualizations. To simplify and consolidate our widget offerings, Qualtrics is removing three legacy widgets from the Add Widget menu on July 19, 2023. This means you will no longer be able to add/create these legacy widgets in dashboards. We […]
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 […]