IT News @ Virginia Tech
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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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Planned power outage for McBryde Hall to occur May 13 Date: Apr 15, 2024 -
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General ItemAdditional changes to Hokie TEAM menu take effect Date: Apr 03, 2024
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General ItemUniversity migration to Zoom Phone enters final weeks Date: Mar 25, 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 -
General ItemPlan to attend Mar. 5 employee information session on Google and Microsoft service changes
The session, hosted by the Division of IT, will include a review of timelines for the university community, as well as an update on the progress of the Google Workspace Program to date.
Date: Feb 15, 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 -
General ItemTelecommunication service billing changes for fiscal year 2025
Virginia Tech is is transitioning to a billing model that centralizes charges for telecommunications services starting July 1, 2024.
Date: Jan 31, 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 -
General ItemFaculty and Staff: take note of key dates related to Google Workspace changes; email and calendar migration
Important information for employees about the ongoing email migration and upcoming changes to Google Workspace storage allocations, Shared Drives, and Google Auxiliary Email accounts.
Date: Jan 29, 2024 -
General ItemStudents: move files you want to keep out of your Google Shared Drives before April 12
As part of ongoing changes to Google services at Virginia Tech, Shared Drives not claimed by a department — including those managed solely by students — will be discontinued.
Date: Jan 29, 2024 -
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Tips for using Outlook as your email and calendar serviceHelpful information for students new to the Microsoft Exchange Online environment.
Date: Jan 16, 2024 -
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Avoid phishing attacks - know how to spot an email scamPhishing attempts are on the rise. Make sure you know what to look out for, and what to do if you receive a suspicious email.
Date: Jan 08, 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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What you need to know about moving to Zoom PhoneEssential information about the phased rollout of Zoom phone across university departments.
Date: Oct 25, 2023 -
General ItemAll users must empty Google Photos prior to Jan. 16, 2024
As of Jan. 16, 2024, the Google Photos app will no longer be available on Virginia Tech Google accounts. Prior to this date, all users will need to export and then delete the contents of the Photos app.
Date: Oct 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 -
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Upcoming changes to Duo two-factor authentication interfaceA new user interface, known as the Duo Universal Prompt, will be implemented at Virginia Tech beginning Oct. 9, 2023. During the transition period, you may see both the current Duo interface and the new Duo interface, depending on which applications you are logging into.
Date: Sep 19, 2023 -
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2023-24 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 13, 2023 -
General ItemGet a head start on Google storage cleanup Date: Aug 30, 2023
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General ItemFor employees: Tips to start your online storage cleanup Date: Aug 30, 2023
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Virginia Cyber Range honors students and teachers making a difference in cybersecurity education , articleThe sixth annual Virginia Cybersecurity Education Conference provided a venue for educators to explore new and innovative ways to enhance cybersecurity education for students in the commonwealth's public high schools, colleges, and universities.
Date: Aug 08, 2023 -
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New information adjusts university’s planned course on email, online storage Date: Aug 04, 2023 -
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David Raymond named interim vice president for information technology and chief information officer , articleRaymond currently serves as director of the Virginia Cyber Range and the U.S. Cyber Range as well as deputy director of Virginia Tech’s Information Technology Security Lab. He also is an adjunct associate professor in the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Date: Jul 26, 2023 -
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Cyber interns compete to capture the flag , articleCACI interns put their cyber skills to the test during a competition hosted by the Commonwealth Cyber Initiative, CACI International, and the Virginia Cyber Range.
Date: Jul 24, 2023 -
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Inspiring the next generation of scientists and STEM leaders , articleNow in its 14th year, students were able to once again experience Kids' Tech University in person this spring after two years of the program being moved to a virtual-only experience.
Date: Jul 13, 2023 -
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New 100G gateway allows for expansion of data-intensive research at Virginia Tech , articleThe Mid-Atlantic Research Infrastructure Alliance (MARIA) has procured a second 100G gateway, placing Virginia Tech and many other Virginia universities among the best-connected institutions nationally. The new gateway, located in Atlanta, complements an existing 100G gateway in Ashburn, Virginia.
Date: Jun 16, 2023 -
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Changes planned for Google email, calendar, and online storage , articleWhile most Google apps will continue to be available to Virginia Tech users, a licensing change implemented by Google is causing the university to make changes. Over the coming months, users should review their current storage usage, and consider how they will administer their ongoing needs for online file storage.
Date: Apr 26, 2023 -
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Cybersecurity is a team sport — and it’s recruiting all positions , articleThere’s a position for everyone in cybersecurity. Commonwealth Cyber Initiative researchers are exploring ways to attract and train a diverse talent pool to meet the exploding, dynamic need for well-rounded cybersecurity professionals.
Date: Apr 24, 2023 -
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Dane Skow named associate vice president for research computing , articleSkow heads the university's Advanced Research Computing unit, bringing more than 20 years of experience in high-performance computing innovation and leadership to Virginia Tech.
Date: Apr 21, 2023 -
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Equity and Accessibility 2021-22 annual report now available , articleA message from Office for Equity and Accessibility Associate Vice President Kelly Oaks.
Date: Mar 24, 2023 -
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Scott Midkiff to step down following nearly 11 years as vice president and CIO , articleMidkiff has announced he will step down from his role as vice president for information technology and chief information officer and return to the faculty in the College of Engineering.
Date: Mar 07, 2023 -
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Virginia Cyber Range's statewide capture the flag competition helps close the cybersecurity skills gap , articleThe Commonwealth Cyber Cup, a capture the flag competition for public high schools in Virginia, lets students showcase their cyber skills and engage in hands-on learning.
Date: Mar 07, 2023 -
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Moving the internet beyond its boundaries , articleThis year marks the 25th anniversary of the university's first implementation of the IPv6 protocol on its networks.
Date: Feb 23, 2023 -
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New spherical antennas enable clear, reliable cell service at Lane Stadium , articleMounted on the west side, the new spherical MatSing Lens antennas direct the signals across the field to the east stands, delivering greater capacity to fans, greatly improving signal quality throughout the stadium, and making it possible to enhance service at other campus locations.
Date: Jan 25, 2023 -
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Minh-An Pence named human resources director for the Division of Information Technology , articlePence has been a member of the Virginia Tech community since 2017 and has more than 20 years of experience working in a variety of human resources specialties, including recruitment, benefits administration, and operations.
Date: Jan 18, 2023 -
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New website showcases Virginia Tech’s IT history , articleThe Division of Information Technology created the website dedicated to the history of computing and information technology at Virginia Tech as part of the sesquicentennial celebration.
Date: Dec 20, 2022 -
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Dale Pike promoted as part of Technology-enhanced Learning and Online Strategies reorganization , articleTLOS will become part of the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost as the university strengthens its flexible and online learning capacity.
Date: Nov 07, 2022 -
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Terry Herdman, associate vice president for research computing, retires after 48 years of service , articleIn addition to serving as a professor of mathematics, Herdman founded the Interdisciplinary Center for Applied Mathematics and helped to develop Virginia Tech's high-performance computing infrastructure.
Date: Sep 23, 2022 -
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Program director named for IT Transformation , articleZohaib Qazi brings to Virginia Tech experience in strategic planning, transforming and implementing new business processes, and resolving complex IT issues.
Date: Aug 29, 2022