Initiatives
DoIT develops new technologies and strengthens the IT infrastructure in order to meet the demands of a 21st century campus. Changes in technology often raise questions as well as excitement and anticipation. The following FAQs are designed to explain some recent DoIT initiatives:
CUAlert Testing on Dec 2
Creighton University will test its campus emergency notification system, CUAlert, on Dec. 2 at 12:20 p.m. Keeping students, faculty and staff well-informed when there is an emergency or crisis is a University priority. CUAlert uses multiple channels to deliver emergency notifications to the Creighton community such as weather-related University closings. Make sure to maximize the efficiency of the system by providing multiple ways to be reached (ie., e-mail, phone, cell phone, work phone, home phone, text messaging, etc.) The system is only as good as the data it holds.
Prior to Dec. 2, simply log on to http://www.creighton.edu/cualert/ and follow the instructions. If you have not registered, do so. If you have registered, check that your information is still accurate.
Effective emergency response requires personal preparedness and planning by all of us in the Creighton community. Do your part!
To register for CUAlert, click on this link:
CUWireless: The new wireless access for campus
In an effort to provide a secure, stable and robust wireless network for campus, the CUWireless network was created. By logging onto CUWireless, you are able to securely work on the Creighton network.
With the vast array of individual computer configurations on campus, we continue to add wireless routers and refine wireless coverage. During the refinement process, an additional wireless offering, CUWiFi may facilitate a simplified way to connect to the Creighton wireless network.
If you are unable to log onto the Creighton wireless network, please contact the Service Desk at 280-1111.
ALERT - Phishing Scams!
Phishing Scams: Never share your password with anyone! Do not reply to any e-mail asking to verify your personal data. Creighton will NEVER ask you to provide personal information (i.e. SSN, IDs, passwords, Credit Card information, PIN numbers, etc) via e-mail. Contact DoIT right away at 402-280-1111 or servicedesk@creighton.edu to ask for clarification of such e-mails or if you have questions or concerns.
Student Email Update
In our efforts to provide the most flexibility and functionality for student email, continued research and testing is currently underway for the student email solution that best fits the needs of Creighton students.
As ongoing work continues, CUmail will remain the primary email resource for the entire Creighton Community at this time. We are working diligently to develop clear and concise plans and timelines to present an email solution to new students and migrate current students and alums.
As plans continue to solidify, additional updates will be shared with the Creighton Community.
For details on the student email solution, visit this link:
IS YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION UP-TO-DATE?
With the start of a new academic year, now is the time to add or update your AMI information. You can update your contact information such as your department, title, location, phone and fax numbers and primary email address information and also enter your security profile to reset your password, by going to AMI at: https://ami.creighton.edu/
Please take a moment now to check your AMI information to be sure it reflects accurate information.
Every person is the keeper of his or her own AMI contact information.
Whether you are new to the university or have contact changes to update, please be sure to start the 2009-2010 academic year with updated contact information.
If you have any questions, call the Service Desk at 280-1111.
For instructions on how to update your AMI information or reset your password, go to:
A New Look for the Creighton Web Page!
On August 21st, the Creighton University website debuted a new look with simplified navigation features. While the content on the Faculty/Staff and Student home pages remains the same, the new layout provides a fresh, uncluttered look and makes an impressive opening statement to the public.
If you have any questions, please contact the Web Team at: webteam@creighton.edu
Check out the link:
Better DoIT: Do you have a suggestion for DoIT?
If you have a suggestion for how DoIT can improve as a division, want to compliment someone from DoIT who did a great job, or have something constructive to share, please take a moment to visit the "Better DoIT Suggestion Page". On this page you will find an anonymous suggestion box where you can post your thoughts.
Check out the Campus Calendar!
If you have not yet checked out the University campus calendar, you don't know what you are missing! The university-wide calendar can be individually customized for each person to view any specific areas of interest or just in touch with what's happening on campus. Don't miss out on events...visit the campus calendar today!
To learn about the calendar features and how to post a CU-sponsored event, click on the link.
Did you know you can search for typo3 training on the Creighton Calendar?
You can easily search for Typo3 training dates, other training opportunities or campus events if you go to calendar.creighton.edu. Give it a try the next time you are interested in Typo3 or other campus opportunities.
Congratulations to the 2009-2010 eFellows!
The Academic Development and Technology Center (ADATC) Announces the appointment of new eFellows for Summer 2009 and the Academic Year 2009-10.
Please congratulate the new eFellows on their appointments.
Summer 2009
Dr. Julie Ekstrum, Physical Therapy, SPAHP
Dr. Dan Hilleman, Pharmacy Practice, SPAHP
Dr. Mary K. Anderson, Nursing School
Dr. Linda Gabriel, Occupational Therapy, SPAHP
Academic Year 2009-10
Dr. Catherine Opere, Pharmacy Sciences, SPAHP
Dr. Philip Meeks, Political Science, CCAS
Dr. Samuel Augustine, Pharmacy Practice, SPAHP
Dr. Geoff Bakewell, Classics and Near Eastern Studies, CCAS
Dr. Sally O’Neill, Medical Education, School of Medicine
Dr. Mark Malesker, Pharmacy Practice, SPAHP
Dr. William Stephens, Philosophy, CCAS
Dr. Ann Ryan Haddad, Pharmacy Practice, SPAHP
Dr. Bruce Houghton, Internal Medicine, School of Medicine
Dr. Bruce Hough, Fine Arts, CCAS
BlueLine and BlueSuite Applications
If you would like to access BlueLine, the campus Learning Management System, visit the Creighton home web page and scroll over "BlueSuite". In BlueSuite, you will find links to BlueLine, BlueQ and several other great new campus communication and learning applications. There are also training opportunities on these applications. Visit the link for more information.
Microsoft Office 2007 for Campus
Microsoft 2007 is installed on all campus classroom computers and DoIT computer labs. For information and to request Microsoft Office 2007 for your office computer please visit: http://www.creighton.edu/doit/microsoftoffice.
We are also pleased to announce the release of Microsoft Office 2007 for Work-At-Home and for students. To order your copy of Microsoft Office for your home (personal) computer, please visit: http://www.creighton.edu/doit/software/personal.
Hardware Purchase Requests
PURPOSE
The need to increase the reliability, security, and economy of Creighton’s IT environment is outlined in the hardware purchase request document. By ensuring close adherence to hardware standards, compliance with backup/recovery practice, regulatory compliance requirements, and consolidation and standardization of hardware purchases, the entire Creighton community will benefit.
This document provides the necessary information needed for purchasing hardware on campus. It also defines the roles of all affected parties and their responsibilities.
SCOPE
This guideline applies to all hardware purchases with or without installed operating systems defined as “servers” as well as data storage systems for electronic information.
To read the full document text, visit "hardware purchase request" under the Policies and Standards link in the index. To download a copy of the request form, visit the following link:
Secure Email Beginning February 5th
On Monday, Feb. 5, Creighton University will launch a secure email solution that allows anyone using Creighton’s email system to securely send Protected Health Information (HIPAA data) via email. To learn more about this product or to review Frequently Asked Questions please visit this link or contact the Service Desk at 280-1111.
Secure IT - Monthly topics!
Information Security is everyone's job. Learn what you can do to maintain the integrity of your work, your data and the Creighton network through best practices such as secure passwords and much more.
Desktop Upgrades
What are the new Microsoft and Mac desktop upgrades heading your way? Learn more about Internet Explorer 7, Microsoft Vista, Microsoft Office 2007 and Mac Leopard.
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