Category: News & Events

WashU IT Research Infrastructure Services (RIS) new Compute2 high-performance computing cluster is already driving faster, more efficient research across disciplines. For one researcher, Yuanjian Zhang, who is working on global atmospheric simulations, the upgrades have made a measurable impact.  “Compute2 features the latest Intel Emerald Rapids CPUs, which are about 30% faster than those on […]

On November 5, 2025, WashU IT implemented a new storage quota on all WashU Box accounts and began enforcing the current 1 TB quota for OneDrive for Business accounts, which include Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.     This measure was in direct response to evolving usage patterns and aims to ensure compliance with vendor contract terms, […]

WashU is coordinating a food drive to help respond to the growing food crisis in the region. This initiative is to support neighbors in need. The following items are identified as high-priority needs: To get involved or inquire about establishing a drop-off site for donations, contact Maggie Brockmeyer, brockmeyer@wustl.edu. Collected items are being delivered weekly […]

WashU IT End User Services (EUS) is pleased to announce the expansion of its book club to include all of WashU and distributed IT partners, starting this fall. Book clubs provide many great benefits, including learning new skills, developing social connections across groups, and improving critical-thinking skills.  The group typically meets every other week, and […]

WashU IT Research Infrastructure Services is excited to announce the successful completion and launch of Compute2, its next-generation high-performance computing platform built to meet the growing demands of the WashU research community. Compute2 is for researchers requiring cutting-edge performance for their computational research, including large datasets and complex simulations that benefit from the latest technology […]

Nearly two years ago, WashU IT leaders began carefully and intentionally planning for the future. Recognizing some duplication and inefficiencies, and the opportunity to streamline processes, reduce costs, and reconfigure teams, the decision was made to develop an Operating Model to guide our next steps. Following months of discussion and the evaluation of current practices, […]

The IT All Hands meeting on Wednesday, October 22 is being extended by 15 minutes to accommodate a packed agenda. WashU Chief Information Officer Jessie Minton will kick off the monthly meeting with a welcome and opening remarks, followed by a presentation on the recent WashU IT Reorganization effort. A question-and-answer session will follow.  Next, […]

Software Asset Management (EUX SAM) and Software Licensing (EUS SL) collaborated and began the renewal process for software titles expiring in December 2025.  BioRender and Parallels renewals began Oct. 6, and managers or renewal points of contact must complete their actions by 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24. Budgetary approvals will close at 2 p.m. […]

The IT Portfolio and Project Management Office (PPMO) now offers a Fast Track option for qualifying new project requests.  This new option is designed to streamline the intake process for low-risk, recurring maintenance, and operational projects, significantly reducing administrative overhead and enhancing our overall efficiency.  Key Benefits:  To find out if a project qualifies for […]

The pronunciation recording tool used by the university, NameCoach, will be retired on Jan. 31, 2026. At that time any integrations with Outlook and Canvas will no longer apply.  Those with questions about the product retirement are encouraged to complete a General Service Request in ServiceNow.