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Why Node 4? In 1969, the University of Utah’s Computer Science Department became the fourth node of ARPANET, the world's first packet-switching computer network and precursor of today’s internet.

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Reza Sarijlou, manager, USS Partner Consulting Services

UIT Leadership Spotlight: Reza Sarijlou, manager, USS Partner Consulting Services

Sarijlou, a U alum who joined UIT about a decade ago as a service architect for the Kuali project, says his work allows him to pursue his passions for technology and contributing to the academic community.

  1. Employee Feature: Earl Lewis enjoys the low maintenance, do-it-yurtself life

    The desert around Earl Lewis’ vacation home in northeastern Utah — a yurt in Vernal, his wife’s hometown — teems with life. Nestled among slickrock and sagebrush, the yurt sits on a 375-acre family property near Moonshine Arch, about 30 miles west of the Colorado border.

  2. DCIO events feature waffles, Pi Day pizza and games, photo contest

    Despite being delayed a month due to a winter storm, this year’s Deputy Chief Information Officer (DCIO) organization’s team-building and morale events got off to a sweet start.

  3. $3.7M earmarked for student-related technologies and services

    The University of Utah has earmarked approximately $3.7 million next fiscal year for student-related technologies and services. The funding is the result of the annual Learning Spaces-Student Computing Fee process.

  4. IT governance roundup

    The Enterprise Web Advisory Council met on April 11 and will return on June 13; the Teaching and Learning Portfolio met on April 16 and next meets on June 21; and the IT Architecture and New Technology Committee met on April 22 and will meet again on July 22. The Strategic Information Technology Committee didn't meet in April but reconvenes on May 14.

  5. Kudos & Congratulations

    UIT staff recognized for their excellent work.

  6. UIT Leadership Spotlight: Scott Allen, associate director, Office of Software Licensing

    Allen, whose leadership style focuses on mentoring staff, encouraging professional growth, and celebrating even the smallest successes, says no problem is insurmountable at the university.

  7. Duo upgrade features new interface, more authentication options

    On March 26, the U's Information Security Office upgraded to Duo Universal Prompt, which includes more authentication options and a new interface for the Duo Management Portal, web browsers, and mobile app.

  8. Vet clinic was Nate Bradford's first foray into health care

    The UIT system administrator worked in a veterinary clinic for two years. The experience taught him “to get started without waiting for confidence to kick in” and inspired him to pivot into a health care-supporting role at the university.

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Updates & Reminders

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CAMPUS VIGNETTE

Red Butte Garden welcomes the return of planting season at its annual spring plant sale on Friday-Saturday, May 10-11, 2024.

Member Benefit Day is May 10, from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (garden members must preregister online on May 7, starting at 9:00 a.m., for entry times). The plant sale is open to the public on May 11, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Admission is free and preregistration is not required.

What’s for sale:

  • Herbs
  • Specialty annuals
  • Sun and shade perennials
  • Ornamental grasses
  • Vines, shrubs, conifers, and trees
  • Heirloom vegetables
  • Potted succulents
  • Hanging flower baskets
  • Organic fertilizers and coco fiber

IT Security tip

IT security tip:It’s time for a digital spring cleaning 

It’s spring — a good time to clean up the clutter on your digital devices. 

Outdated apps, browser extensions, data, files, and software can carry more risks than you might expect. Remove what you don’t use anymore and ensure what you keep is needed, up to date, and supported. 

Events

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  1. May 01

    Wednesday
    12pm - 2pm

    University of Utah IT Professionals Forum

    Marriott Library - J. Willard (M LIB)

  2. May 14

    Tuesday
    1pm - 2:45pm

    Strategic Information Technology Committee (SITC)

  3. May 15

    Wednesday
    11am - 1:30pm

    MacAdmins Group

  4. May 16

    Thursday
    1pm - 2pm

    UWebmasters Bi-Monthly Forum: WebAIM Training

    Gould Auditorium (M LIB)

  5. May 27

    Monday
     

    Memorial Day

  6. May 27

    Monday
    10am - 12pm

    IT Architecture and New Technology Committee (ANTC)
Last Updated: 4/24/24