October 2017 – IT Connect

Canvas Corner: October 2017 Edition

Every month in Canvas Corner, we discuss the new features and enhancements available in Canvas. This month, we cover updates to Rubrics, SpeedGrader, and Accessibility. Plus, there have been several updates to Canvas on mobile, including comments, contacts, and context cards. Continue reading Canvas Corner: October 2017 Edition

Fall 2017 Security Report Now Available

Our Fall 2017 edition of the OIT Security Report is now available to the SMU community. In this edition, we discuss cyber hygiene and the Internet of things, introduce a new “Ask Ms. Security” column, plus see how to spot fake news.

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Introducing the New Campus Technology Idea Form

Have you ever had a technology idea which could improve experiences at SMU?

Are there software solutions which would offer clear advantages and opportunities across multiple schools or business units? Do you ever recognize opportunities to advance SMU’s capabilities with innovative hardware or cloud systems? If you have ideas which require new technologies or new technology capabilities, please keep reading! Continue reading Introducing the New Campus Technology Idea Form

2017 Student Technology Needs Assessment Now Available

Survey Academic Technology Services is currently soliciting feedback on the services and support offered by SMU’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) to students. They are asking undergraduate and graduate student to take a few minutes to complete the survey for the second annual Student Technology Needs Assessment. The input gained from the questionnaire will help OIT to improve existing services and support, and create new technology initiatives. Continue reading 2017 Student Technology Needs Assessment Now Available