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Cybersecurity Alert: Active Phishing Attacks & Account Deactivation Messages

Our only giveaway is cybersecurity advice

The Cybersecurity Assurance and Digital Trust Department (CADT) in the Division of Information Technology is tracking multiple active phishing campaigns that have impacted our campus community. If...

Posted: November 11, 2025, 4:23 PM

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SIG-UE Meeting, Tuesday November 11th

The User Experience Committee will be meeting next week, Tuesday November 18th 1330-1430 in room 401 of the Physics Building, to have its second meeting of the Fall semester. We encourage all...

Posted: November 11, 2025, 1:18 PM

Fix Point Values on Tests, Automate Encouragement, and Customize Achievements in November Ultra Update

Speed up grading and celebrate student success

Imagine if you could adjust test points in seconds without regrading everything manually? What if your course could automatically cheer students on when they succeed -- or nudge them when they...

Posted: November 6, 2025, 11:28 AM

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Tech Boost: Major AV Upgrades Enhance Teaching & Learning

We are improving accessibility and the learning experience

This past summer and early fall, the DoIT Infrastructure teams rolled out significant technology upgrades across campus, directly impacting the quality and consistency of your classroom...

Posted: November 6, 2025, 9:19 AM

All About Color & Contrast - USM November Accessibility Newsletter

Repost: Exploring the Gadgets & Gizmos In Your AI Toolkit: Dr. Roberto Yus

The Privacy Paradox of GenAI

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 · 12 - 1 PM Join Online Event The Privacy Paradox of GenAI: What It Knows, Why It Matters, and How We Fight Back Generative AI (GenAI) systems like...

Posted: November 5, 2025, 10:34 AM

SAP Concur Launch Week:

Day Three!

SAP Concur Launch Week: Day Three! We're keeping the momentum going as we continue to roll out SAP Concur! Join us today from 9:30–11:00 AM for virtual support on Webex — our team is here to...

Posted: November 5, 2025, 8:51 AM

Eighteen Years of Grit: Ed Kelly Wins the October DoIT Gritty Award!

Master Mentor and System Engineer

We are thrilled to announce that Ed Kelly has been awarded the October DoIT Gritty Award! This well-deserved recognition celebrates his outstanding contributions to the Division of Information...

Posted: November 5, 2025, 8:47 AM

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October HPCF Newsletter

Hi everyone, I'm writing to give everyone an update regarding the UMBC HPCF and other Research Computing projects currently undertaken by DoIT. Summary Updating the Office Hours Appointment...

Posted: November 5, 2025, 8:24 AM

SAP Concur Launch Week:

Day Two!

SAP Concur Launch Week: Day Two! We're here to help as you get started in the new travel system, SAP Concur. Join us today from 9:00–11:00 AM and 12:00–2:00 PM — we'll be live in the UC Lobby in...

Posted: November 4, 2025, 9:57 AM