U-M Box & Google Monthly Digest
Catch up on the latest feature updates and changes to the U-M Box and Google services.
Monthly Archives: December 2017
What do you think about MaizeLink?
ITS is piloting new software for campus called MaizeLink. Powered by OneCampus, the software uses search and filter technology to make it easier to organize preferred web-based campus services in one mobile-friendly location. For the last two years, ITS engaged campus user groups via interviews, surveys, and prototype reviews to search for software to do what this one… Read More »
LSA-ISS Resource Expo
LSA Instructional Support Services (LSA-ISS) invites you to our Resource Expo, where we introduce you to the resources and equipment we have to help you develop your media projects (including podcasts, videos, multi-modal essays, and flipped classes) from idea to finished product. Drop in on Monday, January 15, 2-4 p.m. to: Meet the instructional consultants who can help… Read More »
Use new address for reporting phishing
There’s a new address for reporting phishing emails at U-M: ReportPhish@umich.edu. Previously, people were asked to report phishing to the IT User Advocate at abuse@umich.edu, Information Assurance (IA) is now asking that these reports go to ReportPhish@umich.edu instead. We’ll use the new address for the UM-Ann Arbor campus, but Michigan Medicine is going to hold off on rolling out… Read More »
WiFi update
Wow, have we come a long way! Eighty percent of in-scope buildings are completed. The team has upgraded 156 buildings to date as part of this effort. Work in academic buildings is mostly complete, and upgrades in the remaining residence halls and administrative buildings are moving quickly. Check out our current progress. Recently completed: Facilities Services Building A.… Read More »
Detroit Center adds streaming & videoconferencing capabilities
The Detroit Center recently added online streaming and videoconferencing capabilities to its facility. Streaming is done through Sony’s Playstation Vue service via MGuest connectivity. Playstation Vue replaces the center’s previous use of DirecTV, which had become problematic during inclement weather. We incorporate streaming with our digital signage boards and conference room computers for broadcasting live events. The center has also… Read More »
Secure testing with Canvas exams
LSA instructors who assign Canvas in-class exams now have a way to secure the testing environment with the LockDown Browser. Taking a Canvas exam in the LockDown Browser prevents users from copying, pasting, printing, accessing other applications, or visiting other websites during an online exam. Interested in learning more about how to give secure in-class exams in… Read More »
“YOU are our best defense” posters available
It takes the entire U-M community to help protect against cyber threats. That’s the message on posters sent to Security Unit Liaisons at the end of November. The 11 by 17-inch posters stress that IT security is a shared responsibility, and we all have a part to play. In particular, they urge people to secure and protect any… Read More »
New U-M self-phishing guidelines & norms
Are you interested in providing anti-phishing education through self-phishing in your unit? If so, be aware that any U-M unit considering such an effort is expected to abide by self-phishing guidelines and norms from Information Assurance (IA). The guidelines are intended to contribute to the success of your anti-phishing efforts and to share IA expertise based in part… Read More »
AR, blood pressure, MGoView at Mobile Dev meeting
You never know what you’ll see at a U-M Mobile Developer Community meeting. The most recent one, held at North Quad on November 28, was no exception. About 35 attendees learned, for instance, about MGoView, a U-M Bicentennial mobile app that provides a fascinating look at U-M history. The app utilizes augmented reality, 360-degree view, and other features.… Read More »
High school students tour the MACC
On November 9, computer science students from Skyline High School were treated to a special tour of the Michigan Academic Computing Center (MACC). Seventy-one students were split into shifts to walk through the data center, talk about what makes it work, and see some of its key components. Brock Palen, director of Advanced Research Computing-Technology Services (ARC-TS), arranged the… Read More »
Archaeology AR/VR/3D technology showcase
Experience how archaeologists use augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and 3D thru hands-on exhibits highlighting web technologies, Oculus Rift, Hololens, and 3D displays. This event is part of “Into the Third Century: The Past, Present, and Future of Michigan’s Archaeological Museums”, a graduate and undergraduate student symposium sponsored by the Collaborative Archaeology Workgroup, in conjunction with the… Read More »
Laptops are great, but not during class
Step into any college auditorium and you are likely to find a sea of students typing away at open, glowing laptops as the professor lectures. But you won’t see that when Susan Dynarski, a professor of education, public policy and economics, is teaching. In a recent article for the “The New York Times,” Dynarski claims she makes a few exceptions,… Read More »
Microsoft Lync to be decommissioned Jan. 29
Since the university’s adoption of services such as Google’s G Suite and BlueJeans, the user base for Microsoft Lync, an instant messaging and conferencing tool, has been slowly declining. Because of this, the Ross School of Business, which has hosted and maintained the service for use by campus, will retire Microsoft Lync on January 29, 2018. Current users of… Read More »
Change to Microsoft Office 365 authentication
On December 4, Information and Technology Services enabled U-M Weblogin for Office 365, 2017. This change will impact faculty, students, and staff with a Microsoft Office 365 Education Suite account on all U-M campuses. Login information will change from a self-directed password to U-M Weblogin credentials. No other action is required by Office 365 account holders. This change is part of… Read More »
ITS to offer training on collaboration tools
Are you (or someone you know) confused about how to get the most out of Google and Box, or when you should use one over the other? Wish you had a way to learn more directly from an expert? We hear you. The ITS Collaboration Team will hold quarterly instructor-led training on Google and Box starting in early… Read More »
Computer Showcase holiday pop-up stores
Computer Showcase holiday pop-up stores are back and coming soon to a campus location near you! December 8 – Shared Services Center, Victor’s Room December 13 – Arbor Lakes, Building 3 Lobby December 18 – University Hospital Cafeteria, Dining Rooms A&B December 19 – Wolverine Tower, Room G18 Pop-up store hours are 9 a.m.-1 p.m. for University Hospital and… Read More »
Interested in emerging tech? Check out Cool Toys!
The Cool Toys Conversation group started out as one of the many spaces on campus where people share cool tech they’ve discovered for education, research, clinical care, outreach, and productivity. Since then, it’s evolved to become more of a community of practice around emerging trends and technologies, but without ever completely giving up the original sharing of cool… Read More »
Enable closed captioning on public-facing TVs
An recent ordinance by the City of Ann Arbor requires closed captioning to be activated on all televisions in public places.
Court case could affect your digital privacy
A case pending before the Supreme Court could affect all Americans’ digital privacy for decades to come, according to H.V. Jagadish, professor of electrical engineering and computer science. The case involves the appeal of man whose conviction for armed robbery was based, in part, on location data provided without a warrant to the F.B.I. by his cellphone provider. Jagadish, whose… Read More »