IT News @ Virginia Tech
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Panopto selected as new video content management systemPanopto will be available in early 2026 for use in training and to facilitate the transition from Kaltura. All video content stored in Kaltura will be migrated to Panopto, and videos embedded in Canvas course sites will be relinked. Kaltura will remain available through the end of the spring semester 2026.
Date: Dec 17, 2025 - -
General ItemPhase-out of text (SMS) and phone call authentication options during Login continues
Users who currently rely on text messages or voice calls to authenticate are encouraged to begin using more-secure methods, such as the mobile app or hardware or software tokens, as soon as possible.
Date: Dec 16, 2025 - -
General ItemSign up now for Qualtrics one-day workshop on Jan. 16
The workshop will cover survey design and building and data collection and management to help participants effectively leverage Qualtrics for research.
Date: Dec 12, 2025 - -
General ItemClean up files, documents to promote digital accessibility next semester Date: Dec 09, 2025 -
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General ItemQualtrics account access unavailable Dec. 20-23 due to server migration
While users will not be able to log into their accounts, active surveys will continue to collect data during the downtime.
Date: Dec 04, 2025 - -
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Virginia Cyber Range advisory chair testifies before Congress on cybersecurity education , articleThe testimony underscored the strength of Virginia Tech’s partnerships with educators, universities, and public-sector initiatives in developing the nation’s cybersecurity workforce.
Date: Dec 03, 2025 - -
General ItemKeep C.A.L.M. for Title II digital accessibility Date: Nov 21, 2025 -
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IT Security Office named a Top 50 Information Security Team , articlePart of the Division of Information Technology, members of the IT Security Office keep the university's networks and systems secure.
Date: Nov 18, 2025 - -
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Advanced Research Computing expands large language model access , articleIn October, the team released a new suite of large language model (LLM) services that provide students, faculty, and staff access to secure, powerful artificial intelligence tools at no additional cost.
Date: Nov 13, 2025 - -
General ItemHokieSPA to be replaced; informational website launched
The new system, My Virginia Tech (my.vt.edu), will modernize the student online experience, from student profiles to financial services, course registration, and more.
Date: Nov 07, 2025 - -
General ItemNew VPN tool available, Ivanti users should switch to Cisco AnyConnect VPN software prior to Dec. 31
Virginia Tech will discontinue use of Ivanti VPN on Dec. 31, 2025, and move to Cisco AnyConnect VPN.
Date: Oct 31, 2025 - -
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Commonwealth Cyber Initiative launches new outdoor wireless test bed , articleThe new 1.5-mile test bed along Stroubles Creek in Blacksburg expands the CCI xG Testbed in Arlington into one of the nation’s largest, providing researchers and industry partners such as Verizon, AT&T, Samsung, and Lockheed Martin with cutting-edge infrastructure to advance data and privacy security.
Date: Oct 30, 2025 - -
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4Help's in-person support returns , articleThe In-Person Support Desk, located on the Torgersen Bridge, provides help with IT services and personal devices to students, employees, alumni, and visitors on the Blacksburg campus.
Date: Oct 15, 2025 - -
General ItemQualtrics survey software available to university employees at no cost Date: Oct 14, 2025 -
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General ItemApp integrations in Microsoft 365 will require review beginning in November
As an added security measure, the Division of IT is implementing a new process for third-party app integrations and add-ins in Virginia Tech's Microsoft 365 environment.
Date: Oct 13, 2025 - -
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Virginia Tech working group establishes framework for responsible, ethical use of AI , articleThe working group spent nearly 18 months engaging with faculty, staff, and student representatives across the university to develop core principles and recommendations related to the use of artificial intelligence.
Date: Oct 10, 2025 -
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