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Vanderbilt IT launches cybersecurity awareness campaign
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and Vanderbilt IT is launching its annual campaign to make the university community aware of various security issues in a series of blog posts. Read MoreOct 11, 2017
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New Skype for Business phones now available
As of Oct. 2, Vanderbilt IT offers two new Skype for Business phones: the Polycom VVX411 and the Polycom VVX601. Read MoreOct 2, 2017
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Mark your calendars: SkyVU announces key dates prior to Jan. 1 go-live
In preparation for go-live on Jan. 1, a new SkyVU timeline indicates when to stop entering information in the university's current systems and when to begin using Oracle Cloud. Read MoreSep 21, 2017
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Vanderbilt IT adds initiatives to Highlights site
Vanderbilt IT has added new articles showcasing fiscal year 2017 projects to the Highlights site, which captures major projects and initiatives from June 30, 2015, through today. Read MoreSep 20, 2017
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Attend the SkyVU fair on Oct. 3 to learn more about training
During the fair, participants can learn more about Oracle Cloud from the experts, view system demonstrations, and sign up for training sessions. Read MoreSep 20, 2017
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SkyVU wants to hear from you: Take survey for chance to win $50 Amazon gift card
SkyVU has released a survey to measure the university community’s preparedness to navigate upcoming process changes and to use Oracle Cloud’s new software tools. Read MoreSep 18, 2017
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Technology change freeze in place from Oct. 1 to Feb. 28
VUMC and VU leadership will institute a change freeze to support the Medical Center's migration to Epic and the university's replacement of financial and HR systems with Oracle Cloud applications. Read MoreSep 18, 2017
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Equifax announces safeguards in wake of data breach
On Sept. 7, Equifax announced that it had suffered a cybersecurity data breach. The company is allowing all U.S. consumers to sign up for one year of free credit monitoring. Read MoreSep 14, 2017
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SkyVU Flight Check-In on grants management scheduled for Sept. 19
SkyVU will host its third Flight Check-In on Tuesday, Sept. 19, from 4:10 to 5:10 p.m. in the Student Life Center’s Board of Trust Room. Read MoreAug 25, 2017
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Verizon announces new discount rates for Vanderbilt University employees
Verizon has reduced its discount for Vanderbilt University employees by 2 percent as the result of a new agreement. Read MoreAug 11, 2017
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Vanderbilt IT speaks to University Staff Advisory Council about how to protect against phishing attacks
Masood Sidiqyar, VUIT’s director of security operations, spoke to members of the University Staff Advisory Council Aug. 8 about how to spot a malicious email. Read MoreAug 9, 2017
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New application will enhance protection against email phishing attacks
VUIT will launch a new security program Monday, Aug. 28, to provide more protection to Vanderbilt email users from external phishing attacks. Read MoreAug 2, 2017
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Wireless network changes coming to Medical Center buildings Sept. 5
Beginning Sept. 5, the university’s wireless network, vuNet, will no longer be available in Vanderbilt University Medical Center buildings. Read MoreAug 2, 2017
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New Box.com web experience slated for September
On Sept. 8, Box.com will upgrade all accounts to a new look and feel that will include other improvements based on customer feedback. Read MoreJul 9, 2017
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A message from Vice Chancellor John Lutz regarding email phishing attacks
Vice Chancellor for Information Technology John Lutz discusses a recent increase in email phishing attacks and what you can do to protect your information and the Vanderbilt community. Read MoreJul 6, 2017
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Protect yourself from phishing attacks
With the advent of the new fiscal year, Vanderbilt IT is beginning to detect an increased amount of phishing activity targeted toward university employees. Review best practices now to protect yourself. Read MoreJun 29, 2017
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Cybersecurity Alert: Reboot computers to protect against ransomware attack
On May 12, a global “ransomware” cyber attack was launched that has now reached computers in 150 countries, including the United States. The cyber attack continues to present an ongoing threat for computers and systems that have not yet been protected. Vanderbilt needs your help to further protect its network and your files. Read MoreMay 15, 2017
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SkyVU Flight Check-In scheduled for June 7
SkyVU will host its second Flight Check-In on June 7 from 2 to 3 p.m. in The Commons Center’s Multipurpose Room. This session will inform the community about timekeeping and expense report changes. Read MoreMay 12, 2017
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Vanderbilt IT doubles Box.com storage space
As of May 1, Vanderbilt IT has increased the default space available to users’ Box.com accounts from 50 GB to 100 GB. VUIT offers Box.com as a cloud storage and sharing solution. Read MoreMay 3, 2017
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Mapped drives to be unavailable during VUIT maintenance May 21
The VU1File share service will not be available from 6 to 11 a.m. on Sunday, May 21, while Vanderbilt IT performs maintenance. Many university users utilize this service to store files on the server. Read MoreMay 2, 2017