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New Website Offers Support for Research Data Management and Sharing

Learn about research data management and sharing resources

Guidance on the Use of Generative AI at Northwestern

Understand what to look for when adopting these tools

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IT By the Numbers for FY23

Northwestern IT continuously seeks to improve the University's innovative technological environment and enhance the student, faculty, and staff experience through various tools and services. Our IT by the Numbers page demonstrates the scope of these efforts.

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New Standard on Endpoint Security Released to Campus Community

The University has released a new endpoint security standard outlining the minimum system, software, and process protections for managing University laptops, desktops, servers, and other endpoint devices.

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Assistive Technology Software for All Students at No Cost

Are you familiar with the accessible software Northwestern offers and who can benefit from its use? Take a moment, and learn about resources all students can use to improve the academic experience. Find a tool that's right for you.

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Effective Cybersecurity is Accessible; Effective Digital Accessibility is Secure

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Now is the ideal time for users to familiarize themselves with the tools and support Northwestern IT provides to keep cybersecurity and digital accessibility aligned and top of mind.

Through virtual play, a peek into the future of museum curation

from Northwestern Now

An innovative new exhibit at Northwestern’s Herskovits Library of African Studies offers visitors the unique opportunity to interact with objects with the help of both augmented and virtual reality. Digital renderings and 3D printed models of the curiosities were created through a collaboration between the Herskovits Library and Northwestern IT Media and Technology Innovation.

Jackie Milhans Earns EDUCAUSE Rising Star Award

from EDUCAUSE

EDUCAUSE announced the recipients of its annual awards on Tuesday, September 12. Northwestern IT's Jackie Milhans was awarded the association's Rising Star Award.

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Partnership to Enhance Course Site Accessibility Continues into New Academic Year

The partnership between Northwestern IT, AccessibleNU, and the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance that launched the Canvas Accessibility Project and the Mission: Accessible challenge last year is back for the 2023–24 academic year.

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Stay Digitally Secure During Travel

Are you adding digital devices to your holiday travel packing list? Before you leave, understand how to protect your information and devices during travel. Review tips to keep you secure while traveling.

Events

Dec

2023

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: Stop by the Mudd Library GIS Lab on Mondays from 3 t...

Dec

2023

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: Stop by the Mudd Library GIS Lab on Mondays from 3 t...

Jan

2024

Introduction to Canvas for Graduate Students

1:30 PM

For graduate students new to Northwestern or new to using Canvas as an instructor, this interactive workshop reviews nee...