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Feedback is a gift: Anonymous WashU IT Employee Engagement Survey open through Feb. 27
WashU IT employees now have an opportunity to help shape the future of the organization. The latest #BeHeard Employee Engagement Survey launched Monday, and senior leaders are urging staff to take part and share candid feedback through the anonymous survey. “Your input plays a critical role in shaping our priorities and guiding the actions we […]
WashU IT Senior Leadership Team to present FY goals update and announce ImpacT Award recipient during February IT All Hands meeting
The next IT All Hands meeting will take place from 3-4 pm CST on Wednesday, February 25, featuring Chief Information Officer Jessie Minton and the WashU IT Senior Leadership Team. The team will offer a mid-year progress report on major FY26 goals, followed by Minton presenting the 2025 ImpacT Award. Highlights will be shared on […]
Building momentum: Progress on the WashU IT Operating Model
WashU IT is on a mission to strengthen how we work together. The WashU IT Operating Model effort was collectively developed in 2024 with a clear goal: to ensure IT functions are efficient, aligned with business priorities, adaptable, secure and cost-effective. Melinda Schmidt, Assistant Vice Chancellor and Chief of Staff, serves as project sponsor. “The […]
New AI Foundations Literacy Program Now Available to WashU IT Staff
WashU IT is excited to announce the launch of the AI Foundations Literacy Program, now available in Workday Learning. This required three-part training must be completed by all WashU IT staff by February 27. It is designed to build a collective, foundational understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) and its responsible application by all members of […]
Unlock the power of M365: Upcoming trainings and on-demand sessions
Hands-On Microsoft Forms Training The WashU IT Microsoft 365 Team is offering training for Microsoft Forms again February 11-20. Based on feedback from previous training in November, February sessions will be a hands-on experience with smaller groups. Participants can either bring something they are working on or follow along with the facilitator’s example to create […]
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