This message was originally shared to all students via email on September 11, 2025.
Orange Online at a Glance
Each month, Information Technology Services provides tech tips for the Orange community. Pressed for time? Here are this edition’s topics:
- Upcoming Change to Proxy Account Process
- You’re Invited: AI Panel Discussion
- Tech Tips Weekly
- Digital Scholarship Space (Video)
- Adobe Express Access
- Digital Accessibility Tip: Accessibility from the Start
- Information Security Tip: Password Awareness
- Interactive Digital Map
- ITS Service Center
Upcoming Change to Proxy Account Process
Beginning Oct. 3, the process for proxy account holders to access student information via MySlice will change. Current account holders must update their access after this date and new account requests will follow the updated process. Details on the new process are available on Answers. If you have any questions, please reach out to help@syr.edu.
You’re Invited: AI Panel Discussion
Join us for AI at Work on Oct. 9 from 1–2:30 p.m. in the K.G. Tan Auditorium (and via Microsoft Teams). This session will explore the safe, ethical, and effective use of generative AI. Register.
Tech Tips Weekly Newsletter
Tech Tips Weekly is a brand-new weekly newsletter from ITS that brings you helpful how-tos, the latest service updates and inside looks at new features and resources. Subscribe.
Digital Scholarship Space
Graduate student Dylan Caskie G’25 leads an engaging tour of the Digital Scholarship Space located on the fourth floor of Bird Library. This video is a firsthand look at the innovative tools and collaborative spaces available to support digital research and learning. Video.
Adobe Express Student Access
Adobe Express for Higher Education is free for all students, faculty and staff. Easily create professional-quality graphics, videos and documents with built-in templates and tools including Photoshop Express, Premiere Rush and Spark Video. Perfect for projects, social media and presentations. Learn More.
Digital Accessibility Tip: Accessibility from the Start
The Fall term brings fresh opportunities to create content that’s accessible to all. Visit the ITS Digital Accessibility Services (DAS) website for tips and tools to help you build with accessibility in mind, and drop into virtual office hours for focused support.
Information Security Tip: Password Awareness
Avoid errors like writing down or sharing passwords, and strengthen your defense with a password manager, multi-factor authentication, and strong, unique logins. With smart habits, you’ll stay ahead of cybercriminals and keep your digital playbook safe. Learn More.
Interactive Campus Map
Explore our comprehensive campus map at maps.syracuse.edu, where you can sort locations by type (buidings, parking, etc.). Click “Wayfinding” and select “Show Only Wheelchair Accessible Routes” to find wheelchair-friendly paths. Maps.
ITS Service Center
Have a tech issue or campus account question? The ITS Service Center is your go-to for support. Call 315.443.2677, email help@syr.edu, visit us in person in the Women’s Building, chat online or submit a request. Learn More.
Helpful Resources
ITS and the campuswide information technology community are available year-round to help with your tech questions. Resources include:
- Answers, a knowledge base for tech-related questions
- The ITS Service Center
- The Self-Serv NetID and password management portal
Thank you for reading. Go Orange!