While many of our students may be away from the Hilltop for a while, our work continues every day! That includes our summer professional development opportunities. In addition to our training sessions, we also have additional Microsoft Office Specialist certification opportunities! Continue reading Summer 2025 Training & Certification Opportunities Are Here!
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OIT Training Insider: A New Pilot from Our Team
In a recent team meeting, a colleague reminded me that we’ve worked together for the past ten years. We reflected on how training has evolved—from in-person sessions to hybrid models and a vast array of online learning options, from microlearning to professional certifications.
Over the years, our team has delivered everything from full-scale tech days to targeted workshops, visited departments across campus to share productivity tips, produced countless online tutorials and guides, and hosted IT events many focusing on security awareness. We also launched a Microsoft Office Certification program initially with a goal of certifying 65 students—last semester, we surpassed 8,200 certifications.
As technology and learning continue to evolve, we’ve seen a growing demand for training but also Continue reading OIT Training Insider: A New Pilot from Our Team
Make March Madness Count with LinkedIn Learning Training!
If you’re anything like me, your bracket turned out to be a disaster early on during this NCAA tournament. If you want a change of pace, try some of these courses from LinkedIn Learning to broaden your horizons! As always, students, faculty, and benefits-eligible staff have free access to LinkedIn Learning at smu.edu/linkedin. Continue reading Make March Madness Count with LinkedIn Learning Training!
Challenge Your Team to Develop New Skills
Rachel Mulry, SMU’s Associate CIO for Planning and Customer Service, recently shared her insights as to how leaders can encourage their teams to embrace continuous learning. With 25 years at SMU and a longstanding membership with the Help Desk Institute (HDI), Rachel highlights the importance of upskilling in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Continue reading Challenge Your Team to Develop New Skills
New Year, Smarter You: LinkedIn Learning Courses to Start 2025
Happy New Year! A new year always provides the opportunity for new beginnings both personally and professionally. Many of us have already made some resolutions for 2025, but if you’re still looking for a way to expand your horizons this season, LinkedIn Learning has plenty of ideas to jump start your journey! Check out these courses to help you get started. Continue reading New Year, Smarter You: LinkedIn Learning Courses to Start 2025
