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Service Restored: Disruption to Webex and Google Calendar Integration

The Google Calendar and Webex integration has been repaired

We are pleased to report that the service disruption this morning involving Webex and Google Calendar integrations is now fully restored. Webex users can resume scheduling meetings as usual. If...

Posted: May 11, 2026, 2:16 PM

Disruption to Webex and Google Calendar Integration

Issues including Webex link in calendar invites

Starting on the morning of May 11, 2026, a significant service disruption in the Webex cloud began affecting various sites. As a result, users have reported difficulties, including Webex links...

Posted: May 11, 2026, 9:59 AM

Making Math Accessible: A Practical Guide for STEM Instructors

LaTeX with Blackboard, Mathpix, Overleaf, and more

Accessible math content ensures that all students can fully engage with your course material. Yet mathematical notation remains one of the most common accessibility barriers in STEM courses. The...

Posted: May 11, 2026, 8:00 AM

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Storage System Performance Update

To all chip users, The DoIT Research Computing & Data (RCD) Team is continuing to work on the storage system performance issues that have been impacting the chip cluster since early...

Posted: May 8, 2026, 5:27 PM