OIT Technology News: Summer 2021 Edition

In this edition of the OIT Tech News, we cover the experiences with getting Microsoft certified, learning opportunities with LinkedIn Learning, Adobe and Qualtrics, plus much more.


Dr. Kelly's had students of her CCPA 3360: Business and Professional Communication pursue both the Microsoft Word and PowerPoint certifications this year. We take a moment to follow up with Dr. Kelly to see .


With the spring term coming to a close to wrap up one extraordinary year, it's time to once again prepare for the summer months. Whether you are continuing your studies or taking part in well-deserved rest and relaxation, it's always a good idea to !


Did you know that the ManeFrame II (M2) is available to faculty, staff, and students of SMU? If you haven't used M2 before, the summer is a great time to in your studies or academics.


The SMU Libraries is hosting the DHRI again in August. Engage with leaders who are passionate about using digital tools to enhance their work and build technical and professional skills through .


To launch the summer, , including a new Creative Jam with Southwest Airlines.




In our , we review popular communication services for security, help you choose between messaging apps, take an overview of several collaboration tools and their security practices. Don't forget Ms. Security. She lets you know if unsubscribing from emails will really help you and best practices for out-of-office replies.


In this installment of the OIT Quick Tip, we go over how to as well as how to update your credentials on your phone when you change your password.


To launch the summer, Qualtrics is offering a May to help you get up and running with surveys and how to leverage your X&O data.


Probably not a surprise to anyone doing back-to-back meetings of late, research has proved your brain needs breaks. Microsoft has adjusted settings to . You can now have Outlook end your events a few minutes early or start them a few minutes late.


As we prepare for a fully in-person Fall semester, on a variety of maintenance and repair requests over major upgrades.