Tech Tips At a Glance
Pressed for time? Information Technology Services (ITS) has you covered. Here are this edition’s topics:
- ITS Presents: AI at Work
- SensusAccess Now Available in Blackboard
- PhishNotify Button in Outlook
- OrangeNow App
- New Microsoft Sign-In
- The Nation’s Most Connected Campus
- System Alerts
AI at Work
Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 1, from 1-2 p.m., at the K.G. Tan Auditorium in the National Veterans Resource Center or via Microsoft Teams for a discussion on generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot. Learn about responsible AI use, available tools and practical tips. Faculty and staff are welcome! Register here.
SensusAccess Now Available in Blackboard
SensusAccess, an automated tool for document remediation and file conversion, is now available in Blackboard Ultra. Instructors can use it in five simple steps to make course documents more accessible for students, enhancing their learning experience.
Upcoming Deployment: PhishNotify Button
We’re launching the PhishNotify button in Outlook to simplify reporting phishing emails and enhance campus security. It will quickly flag suspicious messages to our Information Security team and support phishing simulations to raise awareness. Stay tuned!
OrangeNow
Stay ahead of your day with Syracuse University’s OrangeNow. Access campus news, dining options and real-time bus arrivals—all in one app, designed to help you stay organized and informed.
New Microsoft Sign-In
Starting Sept. 17, Syracuse University’s Microsoft Sign-In screen will have a new, branded look to help users recognize the official portal, access support and receive news alerts consistent across all devices.
Google Shared Drives
Faculty or staff may now create shared drives in Google Workspace by request for academic purposes only. Students are no longer able to create Google shared drives. To request a new shared drive, please submit an Orange Tracker form.
The Nation’s Most Connected Campus
Senior Vice President for Digital Transformation and Chief Digital Officer Jeff Rubin highlights recent IT advancements at Syracuse University, including the OrangeNow app, upgraded WiFi, a private wireless network and enhanced JMA Wireless Dome connectivity. Read Blog.
System Alerts & Statuses
If you have trouble connecting to a campus website or system, the System Status page on the ITS website can help you determine whether there is an issue with your computer or something else.
University Directory Information in Outlook
Do you need to find contact information for someone at the University? You can use Outlook’s “Search” feature to find contact information for faculty, staff and students.
Helpful Resources
ITS and the campuswide information technology community are available year-round to help with your tech questions. Resources include:
- Academic and administrative IT staff
- Classroom Resource Guide
- The ITS Service Center
- The Self-Serv NetID and password management portal
Thank you for reading. Go Orange!