October 19, 2023
UBC IT & EDUCAUSE: a Solution Spotlight for Institutional Resilience
On October 16th, members of IT attended the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference, a conference for professionals and technology providers in higher education.
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September 6, 2023Welcome Fall 2023!
As we begin a new academic term, we want to take a moment to remember the importance of cybersecurity. Staff and faculty at UBC are on the frontlines of protecting UBC, our students, and our community. By taking the first simple steps to stay secure, you can make a big impact on privacy and…
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September 5, 2023
Mediasite Server Decommissioning
UBC will be decommissioning Mediasite server on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. The platform reached the end-of-life and is scheduled to be decommissioned to streamline the Enterprise Video Platform ecosystem and achieve cost efficiency. Who will be most affected by this change? There will be no…
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August 30, 2023IT Administration Team Spotlight
While you may recognize the team mostly through their involvement with our department-wide events, the team also provides invaluable support to the senior leadership team by helping them prioritize their schedules, coordinate their calendars, and manage meeting logistics as necessary . Their…
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August 16, 2023UBC IT Employee Spotlight - Communications Co-Op Student : Aisha Ismail
In this edition of our UBC IT Employee Spotlight, we're thrilled to showcase the dynamic work and vibrant spirit of one of our exceptional team members. Meet Aisha Ismail, a dedicated 4th year co-op student on the Communications team at UBC IT. Her journey at UBC has been marked by a commitment to…
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August 11, 2023The Live Transcription feature is now available in Teams
Live transcription is now available for users in Teams. This is a written record of spoken text for each speaker, which is available during and after the meeting. Live transcription can make your meeting more productive, accessible and inclusive. Participants in noisy places will also appreciate…
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August 9, 2023UBC IT Employee Spotlight: Ankita Sanawar
In this edition of our employee spotlight newsletter, we're thrilled to introduce you to one of our outstanding team members who has played a pivotal role in shaping our new hybrid workplace agreement. Through her dedication and passion, she has not only championed the cause of employee…
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July 27, 2023UBC IT Employee Spotlight: Sarah Mair
We are excited to introduce our next Employee Spotlight feature, where we shine a light on the incredible individuals who contribute to the growth and success of our university. Today, we're delighted to showcase Sarah Mair, a valued member of UBC, who has been playing a pivotal role in the…
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July 20, 2023UBC IT Employee Spotlight: Majid Siddique Mohammed
We’re excited to take the opportunity to shine a spotlight on one of our team members who not only excels in their role at UBC IT but also embraces the challenge of continuous learning and professional growth. Meet Majid Siddique Mohammed, a key figure at the Automation Delivery Center, and…
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July 4, 2023UBC IT's Emerging Media Lab Wins the CUCCIO Collaboration Award
Join UBC IT in congratulating and celebrating our incredible teams who have been nominated for the prestigious CUCCIO awards: UBC's Automation Delivery Team and UBC's Emerging Media Labs. We are thrilled to recognize the outstanding achievements of both teams and congratulate the Emerging Media…
