Latest » Announcements

New classes will debut in the coming weeks—all designed with your changing training needs in mind.

Need to learn a Google app and can’t find a scheduled class? Now, you can choose from a variety of on-demand classes that focus on using these tools at Notre Dame.

No time to attend a long Photoshop class? New shortened Photoshop classes are available that will teach you how to touch up and manipulate your photos.…

Read More about New OIT Technical Training Classes Debut in November

On Sunday, Oct. 24, callers in the 219 or 574 area codes should begin using 10 digits (area code plus phone number) when placing local calls.

Though local calls dialed without the area code will still go through on Oct. 24, they will no longer go through after this date.

When making outside local calls from a Notre Dame phone, you’ll need to dial “8,” “1” and the area code—just like making a long distance call.…

Read More about Mandatory 10-Digit Dialing Begins on 10-24-21

Halloween isn’t the only reason to celebrate in October! It’s also the time of year to take part in Cyber Security Awareness Month.

There are many steps to incorporate into your daily routine to ensure the safety of Notre Dame’s data as well as your personal information. In honor of this year’s theme, “Do Your Part. BeCyberSmart,” take a closer look at these best practices for basic online security.…

Read More about Celebrate Cyber Security Awareness Month

Though “business as usual” may be  far from usual these days, OIT’s technical training classes have been revamped to fit today’s new work life.

Some classes have been shortened, and the delivery method has changed for others. You’ll still find the  same great content, but the presentation is designed to meet your specific needs.…

Read More about A New Look for Technical Training Classes This Fall

OIT’s Time-Out for Tech series helps you save time and keep up to date on the latest technology.  The 30-minutes sessions this fall are:

• Successful Hybrid Meetings will help you navigate the unfamiliar waters of hybrid meetings
• Working Safely from Home will give you tips on securing your home work environment
…

Read More about Make Time for Time-Out for Tech

Office of Information Technologies (OIT) Zoom administrators will require anyone accessing the Zoom service with their Notre Dame NetID to update the version of Zoom to at least version 5.7.0 on all devices before Thursday, Aug. 12.

University-owned, managed computers have already received the update. If you use a personal or unmanaged device to access Zoom with your NetID, you can find instructions on how to update to the latest version in this…

Read More about Minimum Version of Zoom Required for All ND Accounts

Now you can buy, sell, share and swap items with the new ND Employee Marketplace feature available in the ND Mobile App. It’s a convenient way for employees to purchase or post items to sell safely and securely.

The Employee Marketplace has a user guide that contains valuable how-to information for both buyers or sellers, as well as tips on how to attract buyers to your post.…

Read More about Want to Buy or Sell Something? Try the ND Employee Marketplace!

As Notre Dame faculty and staff begin to return to campus, some may continue to work from home one or more days per week. When working remotely, it’s important to maintain appropriate safeguards for your home network to ensure the safety and security of Notre Dame data and your personal information.

Your University-owned computer should be your first choice when working from home. If this computer was purchased through the Campus Workstation Program (CWP), it is secure for home use and easy to maintain. Use this computer for your work activities only.…

Read More about Improve Your Home Network Security

Office of Information Technologies (OIT) system administrators will update the current eduroam certificate on Sunday, June 27 at 8 a.m. (ET).

To ensure you can connect to the campus WiFi network, it is recommended that you run the eduroam setup utility on each of your devices as soon as possible. This will configure your devices for the new certificate. You can do this from any location.…

Read More about Run the Eduroam Utility Before 6-27-21

Congratulations graduate! As you prepare for your graduation, be sure to review these important guidelines to maintain access to important documents, files and resources.

Your Notre Dame NetID will be deactivated 60 days after you graduate. Be sure to transfer any of these resources you want to keep from your Notre Dame student account to a personal account—such as your new Notre Dame alumni account—before the deactivation date.…

Read More about Don’t Lose Access to Your ND Files After You Graduate

The weekly Live Chat at Notre Dame has featured many special guests affiliated with Notre Dame since early spring 2020. On Wednesday, March 24, the series featured a special guest from a very unique location. Astronaut Mike Hopkins, father of Notre Dame student Lucas Hopkins, was aboard the International Space Station traveling approximately 250 miles above the earth’s surface when the conversation took place.

Read More about Behind the Scenes: How ND Studios supported a livestream event from space

The first annual Identity Management Day falls on Tuesday, April 13. Its purpose is to remind people about the importance of properly managing and securing their online identity.

What once was considered a “normal way of life” was turned topsy-turvy as a result of COVID-19. When workplaces and schools closed down, parents and kids stayed home all day. As a result, the home Internet became the primary connection to the outside world.…

Read More about Celebrate Identity Management Day

Where can you find information about IT services at Notre Dame? What about getting answers about a supported computer app? Or what if you have a question about your laptop or mobile device?

Your first thought might be to contact the Office of Information Technologies (OIT) Help Desk. But now, you can find all this information and more in the ServiceNow portal.…

Read More about A New Level of IT Service Help Now Available

Now is the perfect time to let your skills bloom to a whole new level. OIT offers all levels of classes in many of the most popular topics in April. It’s your chance to brush up on skills you haven’t used for a while or add some new ones to your list. 

Google classes 

• Learn to use Google Drive’s features in Google Drive, Level I: Introduction to Drive; Google Drive, Level II: More Drive Features,
…

Read More about Let Your Skills Bloom with OIT Training Classes

There are many things you can do to keep your home and family safe. Lock your exterior doors at night before you go to bed. And make sure the garage door is closed. Lock the car each time you leave it while shopping. Keep important documents in a safe.

But what about your personal information? Do you give it the same attention as you do your family and personal possessions? See how well you do by reviewing these important guidelines.…

Read More about How Safe is Your Private Information?

What do you do when you have a question about an IT service and the OIT Help Desk is closed? Now, you can contact the Help Desk’s new 24/7 virtual agent.

This chat feature can provide you with resources and answers to common questions about IT services at Notre Dame, such as:

• How do you connect your laptop or other device to eduroam? What about connecting to the wired network?
…

Read More about OIT Help Desk’s New Virtual Agent Provides 24/7 Assistance

Now is the time to upgrade your technical skills with OIT’s technical training classes. Along with the regular selection of Google and Adobe classes, OIT’s spring schedule of classes includes three new spreadsheet classes and a new list of Time-Out for Tech sessions. Follow the links on the OIT Training website…

Read More about OIT’s Spring Training Schedule Has Something for Everyone

When the demands of work start to build, how do you find time to keep up-to-date with new technology? Head to the express lane to get your training fast.

OIT is providing training quickly and in small chunks: Time-Out for Tech. It’s a series of short (30 minutes or less), narrowly focused sessions brought to you via Zoom.…

Read More about OIT Announces Time-Out for Tech Spring 2021 Schedule

Before the University closes for the holiday break, take time to review and/or update your Okta settings.

Be sure you have enrolled essential information necessary to enable the self-service feature in Okta. You can use this feature to enroll a new primary device—like a phone or tablet—or to reset your password if you forget it over Christmas break. Here are some important tips when reviewing your Okta settings:…

Read More about Check Your Okta Settings to Ensure Continued Access to IT Services

The 2020 holiday gift-giving season will be affected by COVID-19. The need for contactless shopping means online shopping will grow by 30% from last year. This means Americans will spend over $190-billion dollars when shopping for the holidays—and using their credit cards with even more online retailers..…

Read More about Stay Safe While Shopping Online

Not only is 2020 known as the year the COVID-19 pandemic began, it has also been a paramount year for phishing scams. According to the fourth quarter report of the Anti-Phishing Working Group, approximately 270,000 new phishing campaigns—where each campaign includes thousands of email messages—were reported worldwide in early 2020.…

Read More about Phishing Scams Come in All Shapes & Sizes

As this year comes to an end, take time to sharpen your skills with popular computer applications and tools. Add a skill to use in your job to enhance your performance. Or choose a class to help you find a way to improve a process. OIT training classes have something for everyone.

How about this: Any class you register for can be used as one of professional development goals in Endeavor. Here’s a look at the OIT training classes in November and December:…

Read More about Sharpen Your Skills with OIT Training Classes

Not only is October the time for season change, but it is also time to celebrate CyberSecurity Awareness Month. Are you doing all you can to protect your personal information and manage your privacy online?

Let’s take a look at your home network. Many people—including whole families—continue to work, teach or learn from home. Depending on how many people in your household, your home network may be more heavily used than it ever has before the pandemic.…

Read More about Celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Is Your Home Network Secure?

Now is the perfect time to take your skills to a new level. OIT offers intermediate and advanced level classes in many of the most popular topics in October. It’s a great chance to brush up on some skills you haven’t used for a while or add some new ones to your list.

Google classes:

• Learn to use the Google productivity apps in Google Drive, Level I: Working in Docs, Sheets, and Slides
…

Read More about Don’t "Fall" Back in Your Skill Development

When the demands of work start to build, how do you find time to keep up-to-date with new technology? Head to the express lane to get your training fast.

OIT is debuting a new program to provide training quickly and in small chunks: Time-Out for Tech. It’s a series of short (30 minutes or less), narrowly focused sessions brought to you via Zoom.…

Read More about OIT's Express Lane for Training

OIT has a full schedule of classes to help you sharpen your technical skills this fall. Whether you are working remotely or are in your campus office, these classes can help you be more productive, show you ways to simplify your tasks, or develop a new skill. Once again, all OIT classes will be held via Zoom.…

Read More about Upgrade Your Skills with OIT’s Fall Schedule of Training Classes

As students, faculty and staff begin returning to campus, the OIT wants to make you aware of updates to these IT services. Some services may require action on your part.

Run Eduroam Setup Utility to Access WiFi on Campus

Due to a recent update to the eduroam service, you must run the eduroam setup utility on all wireless devices you will use on campus. You can do this from any location, including home.…

Read More about Updates on Eduroam WiFi Network, PrintND Services & Okta Settings

If you are teaching a course this fall, you’ll find many ways to help familiarize you with the new classroom technology and other teaching resources.

Hosted by Notre Dame Learning units (the Kaneb Center for Teaching Excellence and Office of Digital Learning…

Read More about Resources for Teaching & Classroom Technologies

Students can download Microsoft Office, as well as many math and science software titles, for free...

Read More about Students: Free Software to Help You

The eduroam certificate will expire at the end of this year. In order to reduce impact during the academic year, the Office of Information Technologies (OIT) will update this certificate on Monday, July 13 at 5:30 p.m.

To ensure you can connect to the campus WiFi network, it is recommended that you run the eduroam setup utility on each wireless device as soon as possible. This will configure your device for the new certificate. You can do this from any location.…

Read More about Run Eduroam Setup Utility Now to Maintain WiFi Connectivity on Campus