IT News @ Virginia Tech
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Advanced Research Computing showcases the power of high performance computer networks at national conference , articleThe Advanced Research Computing group led the for Supercomputing booth, featuring faculty and students from several Virginia universities, at the SC24 conference in Atlanta.
Date: Dec 13, 2024 -
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Bridging English and technology , articleWhat happens when a liberal arts student takes on the challenge of communicating the complexities of the tech world? Through an internship with Network Infrastructure and Services, Kate Stanko discovered the power of technical writing to bridge the gap between complicated technology and everyday users.
Date: Dec 12, 2024 -
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General ItemMicrosoft storage changes at Virginia Tech: timeline announced Date: Nov 21, 2024
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General ItemUniversity transitioning wage employees to Banner Time Entry system Date: Nov 20, 2024
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General ItemParticipants needed for next-level Microsoft 365 Copilot AI tool trial Date: Nov 04, 2024
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David Raymond appointed associate vice president for security and identity , articleA leadership change within the Division of Information Technology brings the IT Security Office, Secure Identity Services, and the Cyber Range together under a new umbrella.
Date: Oct 30, 2024 -
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Alberto Cano appointed associate vice president for research computing , articleCano will begin his new position on Nov. 5.
Date: Oct 28, 2024 -
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Introducing the new ‘Safe Online at VT’ websiteThe new website is designed to help the Virginia Tech community to learn the basics of cybersecurity and personal online safety.
Date: Oct 16, 2024 -
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Protect Zoom meetings by managing AI botsThe presence of third-party AI bots in Zoom meetings may introduce security and privacy risks. Your Virginia Tech Zoom account includes the Zoom AI Companion that offers many of the same features as these bots. Learn how to manage unwanted AI bots and how to use Zoom’s AI features.
Date: Oct 15, 2024 -
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Get ready for Cybersecurity Career Week events , articleJoin the Virginia Cyber Range for a week of exciting, career-focused events with something for all experience levels.
Date: Oct 10, 2024 -
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2024-25 annual notice on rights and responsibilities of the Virginia Tech community , articleA message from Amy Sebring, executive vice president and chief operating officer, and Frances Keene, vice president for Student Affairs.
Date: Sep 20, 2024 -
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Follow the map: How to use the Interactive Campus Map Date: Sep 20, 2024 -
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October cybersecurity webinars feature Neil Daswani, Ron Ross , articleThe events are part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The first, on Oct. 3, will feature Daswani, co-director of the Stanford Advanced Cybersecurity Program. The second, on Oct. 16, will feature Ross from the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
Date: Sep 16, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech GenCyber Program empowers cybersecurity educators , articleFunded by a National Science Foundation grant and administered by the National Security Agency, the camp equips educators with the tools and knowledge to teach cybersecurity courses, helping to build a more secure digital future.
Date: Sep 11, 2024 -
General ItemDialing “9” for an external line no longer needed on Zoom Phone Date: Sep 11, 2024
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Deepak Bhatnagar named as enterprise architect in Division of Information Technology , articleIn this new created role, Bhatnagar will be responsible for crafting an IT strategy and roadmap designed to support the university’s strategic goals.
Date: Sep 03, 2024 -
General ItemFaculty invited to participate in the 2024 EDUCAUSE faculty survey
Your participation will help inform the university’s decisions about instructional technology.
Date: Aug 30, 2024 -
General ItemUndergraduate students invited to participate in survey about technology services at Virginia Tech
Your participation will help inform the university’s decisions about instructional practices and technology support.
Date: Aug 30, 2024 -
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Virginia Cybersecurity Education Conference comes to Virginia Tech , articleEducators from across the commonwealth experienced Hokie hospitality at this two-day learning and networking event.
Date: Aug 29, 2024 -
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Cybersecurity protection thwarts sophisticated attack; additional safeguards under consideration , articleCyberattacks are evolving. The Virginia Tech Division of Information Technology is continually upping its approach to stay ahead of the hackers.
Date: Aug 20, 2024 -
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Steven Lee appointed executive director for Network Infrastructure and Services , articleA Virginia Tech alumni and longtime employee, Lee brings more than 20 years of experience in IT and operations.
Date: Aug 15, 2024 -
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Advanced Research Computing’s new CPU system will help Virginia Tech get more science done each day , articleOwl is Advanced Research Computing's newest CPU cluster.
Date: Jul 22, 2024 -
General ItemChanges coming to the creation of Microsoft 365 SharePoint sites, Teams, Groups
Employees will require approval to create new collaborative spaces within Microsoft 365 beginning Aug. 16, 2024.
Date: Jul 17, 2024 -
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Kyle E. Johnson named associate vice president for IT governance, planning, and strategy , articleJohnson brings more than 30 years of experience in the IT field with a proven track record in helping organizations build the capabilities necessary to mature IT governance and implement technology strategies.
Date: Jul 17, 2024 -
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Lynne Caver appointed director of finance and business operations for the Division of Information Technology , articleCaver joined Virginia Tech and the Division of IT in May.
Date: Jul 15, 2024 -
General ItemEmployees: Stay alert for phishing attempts Date: Jul 15, 2024
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Virginia Tech Board of Visitors names new and returning faculty and staff representatives , articleRachel Miles, research impact coordinator and assistant professor in University Libraries, is the new faculty representative, and Janice Austin, assistant dean and director of admissions and academic progress in the Graduate School, and LaTawnya Burleson, executive assistant to the vice president for information technology, will renew their terms as administrative and professional faculty and staff representatives, respectively.
Date: Jul 09, 2024 -
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Nora Kirstein to retire after 42 years in information technology at Virginia Tech , articleKirstein '79, M.S. '86 will retire from Virginia Tech July 1 after spending nearly three-quarters of her life as a Hokie.
Date: Jun 21, 2024 -
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Neal Vines honored with emeritus status , articleA member of the Virginia Tech community for more than 24 years, Vines was an early leader in information technology at the state, regional, and national levels.
Date: May 14, 2024 -
General ItemWi-Fi upgrade for guest and device service coming in July 2024
VT Open WiFi will be available to all Virginia Tech locations, offering easier internet access for visitors.
Date: May 09, 2024 -
General ItemNew process for handling quarantined email begins May 8 Date: May 08, 2024
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General ItemLast day to submit purchase requests for perpetual Adobe Acrobat Pro 2020 licenses is June 15
Adobe is transitioning to an annual subscription licensing model for Acrobat Pro and will end sales of perpetual Acrobat Pro licenses.
Date: May 07, 2024 -
General ItemGraduating this semester? Read this for information on your IT services Date: Apr 24, 2024
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Virginia Cyber Range forges the future through capture the flag competitions , articleThe Virginia Cyber Range hosts the fun, challenging events to help high school and college students develop their cybersecurity skills and get excited about pursing a future in the field.
Date: Apr 24, 2024 -
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In memoriam: Robin Reynolds, 4Help IT support agent , articleReynolds, who passed away on March 11, was beloved by her colleagues and known for her kindness, generosity, and dedication to providing excellent service to the students, staff, and faculty she supported through her work.
Date: Apr 17, 2024 -
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General ItemAdditional changes to Hokie TEAM menu take effect Date: Apr 03, 2024
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Collaborative effort explores moving power lines from overhead to underground , articleAfter receiving a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy, a group of professors from the College of Engineering are working with Virginia Tech Electric Service on a project that explores ways of burying power lines underground in a safe, cost-effective manner.
Date: Mar 18, 2024 -
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Data visualization aids Virginia Tech cancer researcher’s quest for better brain tumor treatment , articleJennifer Munson, associate professor at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC, shared her data on fluid flow in brain tumors with Virginia Tech’s Visionarium, which created 3D visualizations that allow new insights by Munson and her team.
Date: Feb 09, 2024 -
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Virginia Tech CIO Sharon Pitt appointed as new board chair for EDUCAUSE , articleThe appointment comes at the same time that Pitt joins Virginia Tech, where she oversees the university's information technology operations across all areas and directs the strategy and efforts of the Division of Information Technology.
Date: Feb 02, 2024 -
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Equity and Accessibility 2022-23 annual report now available , articleTogether, through our daily work, we find ways to overcome the challenges and create space for every individual to feel valued.
Date: Jan 31, 2024 -
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Ayat Mohammed rejoins Advanced Research Computing’s computational science team , articleA Virginia Tech alum and former graduate research assistant for the unit, Mohammed brings a wealth of computational visualization, artificial intelligence, and data science expertise to Virginia Tech researchers.
Date: Dec 07, 2023 -
General ItemGoogle Email and Calendar migration for Virginia Tech employees to begin Jan. 15, 2024
Email and calendar services for Virginia Tech employees will be consolidated onto Microsoft Exchange Online. Migration will take place starting Jan. 15 and will conclude by March 1, 2024.
Date: Dec 05, 2023 -
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Sharon P. Pitt named vice president for information technology and chief information officer , articlePitt is currently vice president for information technologies and chief information officer at Brown University in Rhode Island. Her new position takes effect on Feb. 1, 2024.
Date: Nov 28, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech streamlines software procurement through two new processes , articleImproved processes spearheaded by the IT Transformation Program are making it easier for Virginia Tech departments to get the software they need, when they need it.
Date: Nov 10, 2023 -
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Follow the map: Interactive campus map Date: Oct 03, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech spotlights online safety, cyber careers during 20th Cybersecurity Awareness Month , articleAs Cybersecurity Awareness Month celebrates its 20th year, Virginia Tech’s Division of Information Technology, the Virginia Cyber Range, and the Commonwealth Cyber Initiative offer the community ways to learn, engage, and stay safe online.
Date: Oct 03, 2023 -
General ItemAcceptable Use Policy and Standard specify employee responsibilities when using university information systems
Policy 7000 governs the use and administration of Virginia Tech computer and communication systems, network, services, and data. Users are advised to review and understand the policy and accompanying standard.
Date: Sep 20, 2023