News & Events

An update on AI initiatives, a presentation on the 2025 ImpacT awards and more are planned for the first WashU IT All Hands meeting of the New Year. Join WashU IT from 3-4 p.m. CST on Wednesday, Jan. 21 for important updates, recognition for employee milestones and a chance to win an attendance prize.   Chief […]

Important guidance on workstation disposal  Challenged to maintain security of data throughout its lifecycle, WashU employees must comply with HIPAA and other regulations. WashU IT has the resources to help.  Proper disposal prevents data breaches, mitigates the potential for associated fines, helps protect institutional reputation and maintain trust.  While secure disposal is essential for all WashU assets, […]

GitHub is the world’s leading platform for hosting and managing code projects. WashU IT grants its community access to GitHub Enterprise. With GitHub, developers can efficiently track revisions, collaborate on code, oversee tasks, and contribute to open-source initiatives.   Washington University offers two GitHub environments to support projects:    GitHub EMU (Enterprise Managed Users)  GitHub EMU (Enterprise […]

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 […]

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 […]