Making Things Happen at the MakerSpace

By: Gillian Follett, ’22

The MakerSpace is a true hidden gem on the Syracuse University campus—so hidden that you might not have heard of it! Tucked away in the Kimmel Computer Lab, the MakerSpace is a collaborative space where students, faculty and staff at Syracuse University and SUNY-ESF can create fun, inventive projects using a variety of specialized machines.  Continue Reading

ITS In-Depth: Extended Reality

Each edition of “ITS In-Depth” takes a closer look at a hot topic in information technology. With extended reality (XR) rapidly blurring the lines between science fiction and, well, reality, we talked with ITS Online Learning Services Instructional Analyst Jason Webb G’18 to learn how XR is shaping teaching, learning and research at Syracuse University. Continue Reading

Tech Helps Syracuse Abroad Resume Activities

By: Taylor Huang ’23

After over a year-long pause on many of its programs, Syracuse Abroad provided students with the opportunity to study abroad in a variety of locales this summer, including London, England; Florence, Italy; and Madrid, Spain. Technology played a key role in Syracuse Abroad’s decision to reopen its centers overseas. Continue Reading

ITS In-Depth: Ransomware

Ransomware attacks have been in the news lately, including an attack over the Fourth of July weekend that impacted up to 1,500 organizations. In this edition of “ITS In-Depth,” we speak with Syracuse University Chief Information Security Officer Chris Croad about what ransomware is—and how to protect against it. Continue Reading