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Coming soon: WashU IT to launch AI Literacy Program for staff
WashU IT will soon launch the AI Literacy Program: Foundations, a training series to give IT team members foundational knowledge in artificial intelligence. This course equips staff with practical skills for both professional duties and personal task management. By learning AI’s basic functions and limits, staff can automate routine tasks, analyze data faster, and quickly […]
WashU IT Dessert Potluck: A celebration of community and generosity
Last month, WashU IT hosted a memorable Dessert Potluck at Risa Commons in the South 40, bringing together approximately 175 colleagues for an evening of sweet treats and heartfelt giving. The event featured a mix of sweet treats prepared by talented bakers. About a dozen employees entered the dessert competition, with Jose Lovato, Application Administrator […]
Alternative to NameCoach coming in late January
NameCoach, the name pronunciation recording tool used by the university, will be retired on January 31, 2026. At that time, any integrations with Outlook and Canvas will no longer apply. Workday offers a name pronunciation feature that WashU is planning to implement in late January 2026. More information will be shared by WashU’s Workday Support Team […]
Tech Den welcomes Forsyth School students and colleagues for Halloween open house
Tech Den recently welcomed a few dozen sixth graders from the Forsyth School for a Halloween-themed open house that brought together hands-on activities, plenty of curiosity and a closer look at the technologies shaping life on campus. Throughout the tour, the students, joined by their Innovation and Design teacher Melissa Leuthardt and a few school […]
IT All Hands recording and materials from November meeting now available
The November IT All Hands meeting recording and materials are now available in the archives, through the IT website. Presentations capturing the latest on the WashU IT Operating Model priority for Demand and Capacity Management, as well as an update on the Medical Applications team were shared. Special guest Lisa Weingarth, Executive Director of the […]
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