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WashU Network Modernization Begins in November 2024

Washington University in St. Louis is starting a major network upgrade in November 2024. The project will replace older equipment, like routers and switches, with new, faster technology. This will help the WashU network handle more data, run quicker, and be more reliable for everyone on campus. This modernization effort will enable a 10-fold increase […]

Secure Email Migration to Microsoft Purview

WashU IT will migrate the university’s Cisco email encryption service to Microsoft Purview. The migration will simplify access and improve communication clarity. This migration will occur on Monday, October 28th, at 7:00 PM CT. After the change, continue to include “Secure” in the subject line of the email to send secure encrypted messages. The Benefits […]

WashU Data Management & Analytics introduces Data Dives

WashU Data Management & Analytics would like to introduce you to Data Dives! This brand-new, easy-to-use tool lets you explore and visualize summarized data. See executive-level insights within seconds as you click through the interactive dashboards, or create your own custom report or dashboard based on the same aggregated dataset. Data Dives are specially designed […]

Important InfoSec and BJC Updates, recognition of staff milestones and more are focus of October IT All Hands 

Join WashU IT on Wednesday, October 16 for some Cybersecurity Awareness and InfoSec updates, news on BJC and the WashU School of Medicine partnership, recognition of staff milestones, and more.  Here’s a preview of the agenda and what you can expect:    During the meeting, several staff members will receive recognition for joining our teams as new […]

WashU IT Plays Key Role in Launching High-Tech Siteman Cancer Center Facility

The WashU IT team is proud to have contributed to the development and opening of the new Siteman Cancer Center (SCC). This high-tech, state-of-the-art facility is nine stories, 657,250 square feet, and located at Forest Park and Taylor Avenue.  With an emphasis on multi-disciplinary care and enhanced connections between research and clinical, the SCC consolidates […]

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