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Protecting Your Mobile Devices from Extreme Temperatures
from Northwestern Knowledge Base
Electronic devices are sensitive to environmental conditions, and exposure to harsh temperatures may lead to reduced battery life, malfunctioning screens, and even permanent hardware failure. The Northwestern Knowledge Base offers guidance and best practices to help you keep your cell phone, tablet, and laptop computer safe and functional.
Attend an RCDS Winter Workshop
Acquire new skills, upgrade your existing skill set, and learn how to maximize your research efforts at one of our Research Computing and Data Services winter sessions. Choose from a variety of workshops, virtually or in person.
Get Ready for Love Data Week - February 9-13
from Office of the Provost
Northwestern faculty, students, and staff are invited to participate in the Data Visualization championship sponsored by the Big Ten Academic Alliance for Love Data Week, which takes place February 9-13. Cash prizes will be awarded to Northwestern participants who finish 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in either the student or faculty/staff category. Top Northwestern entries will be entered into the BTAA contest. Entries are due January 14, 2026.
IT by the Numbers
From powering groundbreaking research to enhancing the student, faculty, and staff experience, our IT by the Numbers highlights the scale and significance of work accomplished to serve the campus community this year. Explore the data and see how technology continues to shape Northwestern's future.
New Documentation Platform and a Fresh Look for Research Computing Services
Northwestern IT recently launched a new documentation platform and a refreshed website to highlight Research Computing Services. The documentation platform provides a single, user-friendly resource for in-depth information and tutorials on Quest, Research Data Storage Service, Globus, and more. The site introduces clear navigation menus and consolidated details on available computing resources, making it easier to find specific services and request resources.
Tools, Teamwork, and Transformation—Enhancing Digital Learning
Work to ensure digital learning materials across the University are accessible continues to progress and improve the student experience.
New Information Security Team Enhances University Protections
The Information Security Office (ISO) has established a new team to oversee security related to data risks and compliance. The Information Security Governance and Risk Management team is positioned to serve as a resource not only to Northwestern IT teams but also to distributed IT units across the schools, divisions, and research centers, as well as to faculty, staff, and administrative partners who require guidance on data protection and compliance expectations.
Northwestern Strengthens Campus Cybersecurity with 1Password
As part of Northwestern’s continued commitment to bolster cybersecurity across campuses, Northwestern Information Technology is introducing 1Password as a campus-wide password management service, with availability beginning October 9, 2025.
Effort Underway to Modernize Network Authentication—Certificate-Based Process Coming to eduroam
Northwestern IT is moving forward with a project to modernize how we connect to wireless and wired networks, enabling devices to connect more reliably while prioritizing the safety of University and user data. The project's first phase will streamline connecting to eduroam, with wired network support coming later.
Guidance on the Use of Generative AI at Northwestern
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) offers the potential for new capabilities in research, education, and productivity. Understand what to look for when adopting these tools to ensure the intended use is met and University data is protected.
Stay Up-To-Date
Technology Tip
New Year, New Updates
Kick off the new year by giving your devices a fresh start—update your software and hardware to boost speed, security, and performance. Regular updates close security gaps and keep your tools running smoothly. A few minutes now can save hours of troubleshooting later. Find more tips for securing your devices.
Events
Feb
2
2026
Quest Orientation (Virtual)
10:00 AM
Northwestern University provides a high-performance computing cluster, Quest, for its researchers. The cluster is design...
Feb
2
2026
Research Computing and Data Drop-in Support
3:00 PM Mudd Hall ( formerly Seeley G. Mudd Library), 2233 Tech Drive
Research Computing and Data Services Consultations
Drop-in Support: We are excited to be holding in-person consultation ...
Feb
5
2026
Get to Know Copilot at Northwestern (for Instructors)
1:00 PM
Learn about Northwestern’s authorized generative AI tool, Copilot. In this workshop you will learn about:
-Accessing an...