Node 4 News from around UIT
Why Node 4? In 1969, the University of Utah’s Computer Science Department became the fourth node of ARPANET, the world's first packet-switching computer network and precursor of today’s internet.
Recent News
UIT Leadership Spotlight: Jake Johansen, chief information security officer
Johansen says it’s rewarding to help people make informed decisions regarding cybersecurity risks, especially ones they were unaware of, and avoid unintended consequences.
Announcement: Jake Johansen named chief information security officer
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UIT preplanning avoids start of semester 'fires'
Before each new semester, UIT teams and their IT counterparts across campus and University of Utah Health practice a proactive form of “fire prevention” that involves planning IT changes, maintaining software licenses, and leveraging cloud-based resources.
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Website about AI efforts at the U is live
UIT is proud to unveil ai.utah.edu, a website dedicated to artificial intelligence-related resources and initiatives at the University of Utah. The website is part of a broader effort to find common ground on how generative AI tools should and shouldn’t be used for learning and work.
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Microsoft Copilot: Compliance and ethical considerations for the AI tool
Even though the only commercial generative AI tool approved for use at the university comes with risk, users can experiment with it in a safer, more accurate and credible manner by following some key guidelines and behaviors.
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New podcast studio opens in Kahlert Village
A newly completed podcast studio inside Kahlert Village, home of Adobe Creative Commons, “meets students where they’re at,” designer Tony Sams says. The studio is outfitted with all the Rode brand components needed to record up to a four-person podcast.
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Software savings make life at the U more affordable
We get it — being part of the U community is an honor, but it often involves related expenses. Good news ... UIT’s Office of Software Licensing has negotiated campus agreements with top software vendors to provide students, faculty, and staff access to certain products for free or a reduced price.
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IT governance roundup
No IT governance groups met in August. The Strategic Information Technology Committee will reconvene on September 10, the Teaching and Learning Portfolio will assemble on September 17, the Architecture and New Technology Committee meets again on September 23, and the Enterprise Web Advisory Council will next meet on October 10.
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Kudos & Congratulations
UIT staff recognized for their excellent work.
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UIT Leadership Spotlight: Ben Poster, associate director, Security Engineering, Information Security Office
Poster says he enjoys working in information security because he is surrounded by intelligent and interesting people who take pride in their work protecting the institution.
Updates & Reminders
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- There's still time to register for the September 19-20 ITIL Foundations course
- An ITS-UIT change moratorium is in effect from August 29 to September 3
- The online UIT All-Hands Meeting and Kevin Taylor Memorial Service Award presentation takes place on September 9, from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- IT guides, software, and other resources
CAMPUS VIGNETTE
This year’s Employee Appreciation Day (EAD) will take place on Thursday, September 19, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at Rice-Eccles Stadium. All university personnel with CIS credentials, including student employees, are encouraged to attend.
EAD guests can expect free food, drinks, and dessert, as well as free tote bags courtesy of presenting partner TIAA Financial Services. Activities include booths and swag from U of U departments and local businesses; an expanded crafters corner; a service corner where you can volunteer to stuff hygiene kits and write words of encouragement for the recipients of services provided by Rescue Mission of Salt Lake City; and roaming buskers and entertainers.
EMPLOYEE SUCCESS TIP
Fall semester career-readiness events for students
Are you a UIT student employee graduating this year? This fall semester, why not schedule an appointment with a career coach, fine-tune your resume, or register to attend a career fair or expo?
Check out these upcoming professional events geared toward careers in IT:
- September 18, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.: Meet the TEKs
- September 30, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.: Fintech career expo
- October 1, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.: STEM internship and career fair
- October 2, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.: Pathways computing expo
Events
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Sep 18
Wednesday
11am - 1pmHeadshot Wednesday
Marriott Library - J. Willard (M LIB)
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Sep 18
Wednesday
11am - 1:30pmMacAdmins Group
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Sep 19
Thursday
3pm - 4pmUWebmasters Bi-Monthly Forum
Virtual
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Sep 23
Monday
10am - 12pmIT Architecture and New Technology Committee (ANTC)
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Sep 25
Wednesday
11am - 1pmHeadshot Wednesday
Marriott Library - J. Willard (M LIB)
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Oct 02
Wednesday
11am - 1pmHeadshot Wednesday
Marriott Library - J. Willard (M LIB)