Vanderbilt IT
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Separation of Exchange Outlook address book complete
The VU/VUMC shared Exchange Outlook address book separation is complete. With this change complete, there are a few things you may notice and may need to update. Read MoreJan 11, 2021
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VUIT to implement text for help Jan. 18
Starting this year, the Vanderbilt community will gain another option for contacting VUIT when they need assistance: SMS text. This new option will be available to the community beginning Jan. 18. Read MoreJan 11, 2021
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Multi-factor authentication now required to access VU’s virtual private network
Vanderbilt University Information Technology continues to increase the protection of VU systems through enhanced cybersecurity mechanisms. As the next step in its VerifyU initiative, multi-factor authentication will be required to access the VU virtual private network application, Pulse Secure, beginning March 18. Read MoreMar 18, 2019
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Take VUIT Faculty and Staff Satisfaction Survey for chance to win $100 Amazon gift card
Vanderbilt IT has released its annual Faculty and Staff Satisfaction Survey, which is confidential and should take about five minutes to complete. The results will be used to further enhance IT service and support. Read MoreFeb 28, 2019
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Introducing VerifyU, Vanderbilt IT’s new information security program
The mission of VerifyU is to improve the technology that secures our data, increase awareness of cybersecurity risks, and implement industry-standard best practices. Read MoreDec 18, 2018
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VU and VUMC phone service temporarily unavailable Dec. 16
Vanderbilt IT will upgrade the telephone system at 4 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 16. During this timeframe, all regular phones (including Lync/Skype for Business phones) at VU and VUMC will be unavailable. Read MoreDec 5, 2018
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Red phone service temporarily unavailable Nov. 15
Vanderbilt IT (VUIT) will upgrade the red phone system at 5 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 8. Read MoreNov 6, 2018
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VUIT: Protect yourself from cybercriminals
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and Vanderbilt IT has launched its annual campaign to make the Vanderbilt community aware of various security issues and how to respond to each through a series of blog posts. Read MoreOct 11, 2018
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Vanderbilt IT launches cybersecurity awareness campaign
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and Vanderbilt IT has launched its annual campaign to make the Vanderbilt community aware of various security issues and how to respond to each through a series of blog posts. Read MoreOct 8, 2018
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Protect yourself: Spear phishing attacks on the rise
Be aware—malicious individuals are using email to pose as Vanderbilt leaders in an attempt to steal personal information and attack the institution. Read MoreOct 7, 2018
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Vanderbilt University to replace AccessVU June 25
As Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center continue to restructure into distinct entities, many shared technical systems must be reconfigured. Beginning June 25, Vanderbilt University will move to a new identity management tool called VU Identity. Read MoreMay 15, 2018
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Cloud-based solution to simplify process for creating SharePoint sites
Beginning in May, Vanderbilt IT will start moving all current university SharePoint sites to SharePoint Online. Among its many features, SharePoint Online makes the process of creating a SharePoint site easier by leveraging templates. Read MoreMay 9, 2018
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Register for Friday’s SkyVU community update webinar
SkyVU hosts a community update webinar at 1 p.m. Friday with John Lutz, vice chancellor for information technology. Read MoreFeb 22, 2018
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VUIT separating university, Medical Center voice networks in March
As part of the Vanderbilt University and Medical Center reorganizations, VUIT will continue its voice network separation project to realign phone lines by building. Read MoreFeb 19, 2018
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VUIT wants to hear from you: Take survey for chance to win $100 Amazon gift card
Vanderbilt IT has released its annual Faculty and Staff Satisfaction Survey. This online survey is confidential and should take about five minutes to complete. Read MoreFeb 14, 2018
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Protect yourself from phishing scams during tax season
This year the Internal Revenue Service has reported an increase in scams through phishing emails and fake phone calls. Remember, the IRS will never contact you by phone. Read MoreJan 31, 2018
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SkyVU in-person support available beginning Jan. 8
From Jan. 8 through mid-February, the SkyVU team will offer weekly support meetings designed for specific roles. Read MoreDec 14, 2017
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SkyVU leaders discuss support options and Day 1; website refresh now live
More than 600 faculty and staff participated in a town hall meeting Dec. 7 to learn more about the support options available once Oracle Cloud, which is part of the SkyVU program, goes live. Read MoreDec 11, 2017
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University users to begin placing telephone orders with new form Dec. 15
Starting Friday, Dec. 15, university users will begin submitting a new form to place telephone orders and to request any voice service previously ordered in eProcurement. Read MoreDec 7, 2017
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SkyVU Flight Check-In: ‘Student Pay’ scheduled for Dec. 14
SkyVU will host its fourth Flight Check-In on Dec. 14 from 3 to 4 p.m. in The Commons Center’s Multipurpose Room. Read MoreNov 27, 2017