Brian Allen has officially stepped into the role of Associate Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for Research, Teaching, and Learning. Allen joined WashU in 2005 as the university’s first Network Security Analyst. Since then, he’s played a key role in defending our online environment, most recently as a Director of Information Security. As a Certified […]
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Join the June IT All Hands meeting tomorrow
An update on WashU IT’s new branding, news about capacity planning efforts, and employee recognitions are the focus for Wednesday’s IT All Hands meeting. Matt Gerst, Lead Communications Specialist from Organizational Change Management, will walk attendees through newly created IT templates for meeting materials, emails, and more, reflecting the new WashU brand that was introduced […]
New ServiceNow Firewall request form streamlines process
WashU IT has implemented a new ServiceNow Firewall Form. This new initiative aims to streamline the process of submitting and managing firewall requests. Click here for more information on how to use the Firewall Form. Questions can be sent by email or for urgent issues, call (314) 933-3333. Visit the Status Page for current status and planned […]
Tying service and experience together: University Services new website launches July 1
The Parking & Transportation and Campus Card websites will become part of the new University Services division website this summer. With a greater focus on customers, these enhancements will make it easier to find the information you need when you need it. The new face will be unveiled on July 1. A group of about […]
WashU IT Research Infrastructure Services (RIS) to enhance customer onboarding experience with website and portal upgrades
WashU IT Research Infrastructure Services (RIS) is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of an enhanced customer onboarding experience for users. Enhancements will be made starting in late May to elevate the customer experience. After May 30, you can go to the RIS website to explore the updates. Some of these upgrades will include a […]
Person of ImpacT: Tahnee Alves personifies “team”
One of 12 people who received multiple nominations in 2024 as a WashU IT Person of ImpacT, Tahnee Alves is an IT Marketing and Creative Strategist in the Office of the Chief Information Officer. A “Person of ImpacT” is an individual who personifies the IT Strategic Plan, ImpacT, and has a significant and positive influence […]
WashU IT All Hands April meeting recap; please take the Operating Model survey
The April All Hands meeting featured Chief of Staff Melinda Schmidt introducing the new WashU IT Operating Model, as well as Chief Information Officer Jessie Minton highlighting important employee milestones, and a presentation from Emma Klues, Vice President of Communications for Great Rivers Greenways. Those within WashU IT are invited to take a post-meeting survey […]
Room for everyone at 4480 Clayton
Exciting news – starting May 12, staff can easily reserve shared cubicles at 4480 Clayton through Outlook Calendar, whether on a Desktop or via Web Access. Just a heads-up, more guidance is coming soon, and the WashU IT Reservations option will no longer be available in the EMS Web App after this date. For our […]
Thank you for a successful Maestro/ListServ Server retirement
In a strategic move to enhance mass communication capabilities and migrate to a vended cloud-based solution, the transition from the Maestro/ListServ email communication system to the Emma mass emailing application has been successfully completed. Kudos to the Emma project team, which includes Janet Deyarmin, IT Project Managers III; Matt Gerst, Lead Communications Specialist; Michele Harashe, […]
Enhance your research: CryoSPARC now available on WashU IT Research Infrastructure Services platform
WashU IT Research Infrastructure Services (RIS) is excited to announce that CryoSPARC, the leading software for cryo-EM data processing, is now available on the RIS platform. Why it matters: Researchers can now seamlessly access CryoSPARC to accelerate high-resolution structure determination and streamline workflows. This integration ensures enhanced accessibility, performance, and support for all users. Enhance your research […]