Node 4 News from around UIT
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.
Recent News
U launches new Google AI tools: Gemini and NotebookLM
The university has launched two new Google tools for the campus community — Gemini and NotebookLM — reflecting the U’s commitment to responsible AI, data privacy, and expanded access to AI tools.
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IT Leadership Spotlight: Mark Keller, IT manager, Eccles Health Sciences Library
Keller believes his curiosity — from testing different Linux distributions and designing new teaching and learning services — was a key contributor in his path to IT leadership.
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AI tools and data privacy: A University of Utah primer
Which AI tools can U of U students use to help them study for exams without violating university policy, and how are those tools different?
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Don't be a chump, sign up for Security Champs
The Security Champs Program, a community of IT staff that works with the ISO to support information security initiatives and share news and best practices with their units, will return in June 2026 after a two-year hiatus.
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IT security tip: Do you have a cybersecurity mindset?
A cybersecurity mindset means you are proactive in your efforts to guard your digital life. You actively work to keep your accounts protected, and you consider what could go wrong and you make a plan.
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Recognizing vigilance after the ISO's latest phishing simulation
The results from the most recent simulated phishing campaign are in, and the University of Utah community continues to step up to the plate to keep our digital campus secure!
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IT governance roundup
The Strategic Information Technology Committee and Teaching and Learning Portfolio met in May.
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Kudos & Congratulations
University IT staff recognized for their excellent work!
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UIT leader Syndi Haywood retires after 41 years of service
After 41 years of unwavering dedication to the University of Utah and University of Utah Health, UIT leader Syndi Haywood retired on April 16, closing a remarkable period of technological advancement for the organization.
Updates & Reminders
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- There’s still time to register for the April 16-17 ITIL Foundations course
- A UIT change moratorium is in effect from March 20-22
- Resources
- UIT org charts
SOFTWARE SPOTLIGHT
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IT SECURITY TIP
Training helps combat phishing
Simulated phishing training opportunities provide a safe option to help users understand what a phish looks like and what to do when they receive one, and follow-up training if they open a link in a simulated phish.
Events
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Jun 03
Wednesday
CANCELLED - Headshot Wednesday
Marriott Library - J. Willard (M LIB)
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Jun 03
Wednesday
University of Utah IT Professionals Forum
Marriott Library - J. Willard (M LIB)
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Jun 08
Monday
Summer Adobe Education Institute (online)
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Jun 10
Wednesday
Headshot Wednesday
Marriott Library - J. Willard (M LIB)
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Jun 11
Thursday
Enterprise Web Advisory Council (EWAC)