2026 Hacks with Friends – Save the Date & Call for Pitches
Make plans to participate in the 2026 Hacks with Friends (HWF) March 5 – 6 at the Ross School of Business. Registration opens February 11.
Category Archives: Top Stories
A new sign-in experience is coming to your UMICH account
The University of Michigan will enhance the university’s security by adopting Okta, the industry-leading platform for managing digital identities and access, for Single Sign-On (SSO) and multi-factor authentication (MFA). This transition will enhance the sign-in experience and improve security for the U-M community. New capabilities, including optional passwordless sign-in features such as Face ID, Touch ID, and Windows… Read More »
MTech Connect 2025 Recap: A Day of Tech, Talent, and Transformative Connections
MTech Connect 2025 presented a full-day professional development symposium reimagined to focus on skill-building, campus collaboration, and career advancement.
Campus Leads the Way with Cellular Expansion: Introducing U-M Net Cellular
The University of Michigan is ushering in a new era of connectivity on campus, thanks to sweeping initiatives led by Information and Technology Services.
Message from the VPIT-CIO
I hope you are having a productive fall semester. ITS has been enhancing the university’s security posture and aligning U-M with federal digital accessibility requirements. Adopting Okta, the industry-leading platform for managing digital identities and access, and expanding our guidance and tools to create accessible digital content will make tremendous strides towards these goals.
Leadership Profile in Technology: Ted Hanss, LSA Chief Information Officer
Learn more about Ted Hanss, LSA CIO, including his priorities for his first year, how the LSA community can interact with LSA Technology Services, and what he likes to do outside of work.
Message from the VPIT-CIO
I hope you are enjoying this beautiful Michigan fall. The changing colors on campus are a wonderful reminder of how much this season symbolizes transformation, which reflects the incredible work happening across our Michigan Technology Community.
Profile in Technology – Janel Ilar: From Classroom to Career
Janel Ilar recaps her journey from summer intern to full-time staff member.
Michigan Medicine introduces two-year email retention policy to strengthen data security
To reduce the risk of data breaches, Michigan Medicine is making email safer and simpler for its users.
Preview: 2025 SUMIT Events
As the U-M community settles into another academic year of teaching, learning, and research, we are reminded why it is so important to protect U-M’s wealth of digital assets. It’s a great time to celebrate national Cybersecurity Awareness month with Security at U-M in IT (SUMIT) events throughout October. ITS Information Assurance (IA) and the ITS Privacy Office… Read More »
Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman’s Open AI
Join award-winning journalist Karen Hao and Patrick Barry, clinical assistant professor at the University of Michigan Law School, for an eye-opening discussion on Hao’s best-selling book, “Empire of AI.” Monday, October 20, 5 p.m.
Updated Data Stewardship Policy Brings Definition to Assets and Roles
The University of Michigan has updated its Institutional Data Stewardship Policy (SPG 601.12) to strengthen the institution’s commitment to the effective and strategic management of institutional data.
Profile in Technology – Izi Roussel: From Chemistry Labs to Code and a Few Spells in Between
Meet Izi Roussel, education systems manager for the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies at Michigan Medicine. He’s a life-long learner, chemist, programmer, and fantasy writer.
Intern Profile in Technology: Tejas Dumpeta
We sat down with Tejas Dumpeta, Network Software Developer intern for the ITS Network Infrastructure team, to chat about his experience with the ITS Internship Program and learn a bit more about him.
Michigan Medicine’s game-changing hospital data move
A small team at Michigan Medicine successfully moved a hospital’s entire digital core, including real-time care coordination and decades of patient records, to the North Campus Data Center without disruption. This move provided Michigan Medicine with direct control, building a more reliable digital infrastructure, and unlocked over $600k in cost savings annually.
Message from the VPIT-CIO
I hope you are all enjoying a restful and energizing summer. This time of year is a wonderful reminder of how much the Michigan Technology Community contributes to the mission of our university. From enabling world-changing research to safeguarding our digital spaces and supporting the academic journey of every student, your work powers the heart of this institution.
Protecting Students: Job Offer and Football Ticket Scams
Phishing and scams target university students across higher education. Help protect U-M students by spreading awareness of job offer and football ticket scams.
The Human Side of Technology
The Collaboration and Productivity Community of Practice goes beyond simply sharing information to ensure the U-M community understands the tools and services available to them.
Leadership Profile: Aubrey Morse
Aubrey Morse is a senior project manager with Organizational Learning. Her journey at U-M is one of growth, connection, and discovery. She is driven to bring together people and technology, ensuring that everyone thrives in an ever-evolving landscape.
Profiles in Technology: Bryan Wilkerson
Meet Bryan Wilkerson, an ITS solutions architect who’s completed his bucket list.