DoIT News
Western Carolina University Division of ITWelcome to DoIT News
From updates on major projects and initiatives to the professional and educational achievements of our staff, our goal is to keep you informed on how we’re working to better serve you today and in the future. We welcome your feedback. If you have a question, comment or suggestion, please contact us.
Greetings from the CIO
I joined your community 5 months ago and I really appreciate how welcoming and collaborative you’ve all been. Between the Catamount school and Helene, I’ve witnessed first hand your talent and dedication for this campus and our mission. I look forward to supporting you and our continued partnership as we continue to build upon past successes! I hope you have a safe and restful holiday!
Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving!
Latest Updates
Web malware filter for faculty, staff computers coming Sept. 22
DoIT is scheduled to automatically install a web malware filter on WCU-owned faculty and staff computers Sept. 22.
The Project Journey: WeBWork Math
The mathematics and computer science department at WCU was one of the first to go through the IT governance and prioritization process. Project sponsor Geoff Goehle and Department Head Tuval Foguel learned first-hand what was involved …
WebCat going away May 15, Blackboard Learn on the way
As faculty and students look forward to the 2011 commencement ceremonies on May 6 and 7, another important milestone is fast approaching. On May 15, the WebCat Learning Management System (LMS) will be defunct.
WCU datacenter gets an upgrade
The recent WCU datacenter upgrade encompassed the server and network infrastructure and the network traffic shaper.
IT to roll out Office 2010 for PC, Office 2011 for Mac
The Information Technology Council (ITC) and the Council of Deans recently gave approval to IT to roll out new versions of Microsoft Office.
IT governance and prioritization: What it means for faculty and staff
The IT division recently instituted a new governance and prioritization process designed to involve faculty and staff in decisions about the work of IT.
Equipment checkout moves to Technology Commons, gets refresh
At the start of the spring semester, the Technology Commons, in cooperation with Hunter Library, took over management of the equipment checkout service, which has recently received a refresh.
IT institutes new staff award
The IT Leadership Council (ITLC) has instituted a new staff recognition, the Triple P Award, to honor an outstanding or exceptional staff contribution that will move IT and/or the campus community to a higher level.
IT Root Cause: What is it?
In spring 2010, an IT team was created to meet regularly to review key defects IT had dealt with during previous weeks, identify the root cause of the top key defects and determine what actions should be taken to prevent future occurrences.
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