Tag Division of Information Technology
Didier Contis named UW–Madison chief information officer
Contis brings more than 26 years of experience in higher education IT leadership, most recently as executive director of academic technology, innovation and research computing at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Read More
Essential staff keep campus moving forward during coronavirus closure
“Our campus community owes a debt of gratitude to these employees for leaning in and figuring out how to get things done at such a difficult time." Read More
UW–Madison publishing and printing team makes face shields to protect UW Hospital workers
“It’s literally like Santa’s workshop – everybody’s playing a part to get this done … We’re in this doom and gloom time, and this is a way they can help at a time when many feel hopeless." Read More
Bruce Maas selected for IMS Global Learning Consortium annual leadership award
The award recognizes passion and commitment for innovation in bridging academia and industry and encouraging institutional leaders to apply technology to academic strategy. Read More
New administrators, new roles highlight leadership changes
The changes taking place this summer affect budget functions, IT services, libraries and the diversity division. Read More
Brooks named UW–Madison chief information officer
Lois Brooks, who currently serves as CIO and vice provost, information and technology at Oregon State University, has years of experience in large research-intensive higher education institutions. Read More
Finalists chosen for chief information officer
The vice provost for information technology/chief information officer is responsible for working with the UW–Madison community to develop and implement strategic IT plans and managing key campus IT resources and services. Read More
Search underway for campus chief information officer
Job responsibilities include providing vision and senior leadership for the development, coordination and use of technology to enable essential innovation in research, learning and public service. Read More
UW Law School security breach may have exposed sensitive data
The incident has been reported to law enforcement and to national credit reporting agencies. The individuals affected will receive free credit monitoring to help protect them against identify theft. Read More
Campus officials seek to strengthen IT governance
UW-Madison is launching a study of information technology governance and structure on campus. The effort will be led by Mike Lehman, a former UW interim vice chancellor and executive with Sun Microsystems. Read More
UW-Madison CIO Bruce Maas to retire
Maas identified leadership development of the IT community as one of his proudest accomplishments. Read More
UW-Madison honored for support of employees in the military
When Division of Information Technology (DoIT) Mobile Strategy Manager Dave Schroeder was asked whether the University of Wisconsin–Madison supports the military, he had a lot to say. Read More
Robert Turner named chief information security officer at UW–Madison
Robert (Bob) Turner has been named chief information security officer (CISO) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison after serving for several years in a similar role as a cybersecurity consultant and compliance manager for a private firm. Read More
UW’s mobile app receives major update, new name
The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s official mobile app has received such a major update that it’s gotten a new name. “Mobile UW” is now “Wisconsin” — an app with a sharp interface and handful of new options, including access to course materials. The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) launched the free update for Apple iOS and Android devices this week. Read More
Nelson named UW CIO chief of staff
Don Nelson has been named chief of staff for the Office of Vice Provost for Information Technology and CIO at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Nelson has been the Director of State Relations for the UW for the past six years. - See more at: http://www.doit.wisc.edu/news/nelson-named-uw-cio-chief-staff/#sthash.8567EjlX.dpuf Read More
Preferred name available for Wiscard
Students attending Student Orientation, Advising and Registration sessions at the University of Wisconsin–Madison this summer have an opportunity to select a preferred name to be printed on their Wiscard, the official university identification card. Read More
Office 365 transition to restart after evaluation
University officials approved restarting the Office 365 email and calendar project after a recent independent evaluation. Read More
Officials to study issues on email, calendaring
To ensure the long-term success of the campus’ new email and calendaring system, project leaders have decided to slow the implementation of Microsoft Office 365 as plans for the conversion are evaluated. Read More
New campuswide data infrastructure service debuts March 1
Beginning March 1, UW–Madison will have access to a new portfolio of data center services and consultation, including co-located facilities, storage, backup and high-capacity networking. Read More
UW faculty and design professionals gather for Design Summit 3
The University of Wisconsin–Madison will host Design Summit 3, a forum on design and innovation for faculty, staff, and working professionals on Thursday, Feb. 20. Read More