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Latest Phishing Scams
Read about the latest phishing emails and websites that we have seen. Users should not click any links in these emails and should delete them right away. As a reminder, Loyola will never ask for your password or to verify your account.
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Sakai 21 Upgrade
Loyola will be upgrading to Sakai 21 on Tuesday, December 21, 2021. The system will be unavailable from approximately 8:00am to 12:00pm CST. Faculty and students are not required to make any changes. This latest software release provides you with a new Dark Mode setting, improvements to Lessons and Gradebook, a searchable Rubrics, and more. Visit the Sakai 21 Upgrade page to learn more and to register for an upcoming information session.LEARN MORE -
Panopto for Students Workshop
This fall, ITRS is offering a new workshop for Loyola students. Panopto for Students provides an introduction to viewing, creating and editing recorded videos. Additional topics include accessing Panopto within Sakai and using the Panopto Recorder and Editor. There will also be ample time for Q&A. For a list of workshop dates and to register, please visit Panopto.REGISTER -
Technology Housekeeping
For University Faculty and Staff, we encourage you to visit our Technology Housekeeping page, that includes technology tips to ensure a smooth return to on-campus work and helpful tips when coordinating meetings with in-person and virtual participants.LEARN MORE -
Winter Instructional Technologies Course (ITC)
The ITC is an introductory course designed for faculty, but can also be taken by staff. The primary focus is Loyola's learning management system, Sakai. Each week, participants will explore native tools in Sakai, the integrations Zoom and VoiceThread, along with best practices for developing optimal online learning activities. The weekly time commitment is less than 10 hours, including participation in two 45-minute online synchronous sessions throughout the duration of the course. At the end of the 4-week period, participants will have created a Sakai template that can be used in future courses.The next ITC will run January 10 - February 4, 2022. Space is limited. Participants successfully completing the course earn a letter of completion. For more information and to register, please visit Courses.LEARN MORE -
Microsoft Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) – Coming August 8!
On August 8, Loyola will transition to Microsoft Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) as our primary email anti-spam and protection filter to prevent unwanted email and spam from reaching out inboxesLEARN MORE -
New Protected Location for Instructions and Forms Containing Sensitive Data
To reduce the risks of data loss, Loyola University Chicago will begin moving some of its documents and forms that deal with sensitive data to a more secure location. In the coming weeks, some of these forms on the HR and Finance webpages will be updated to require a Loyola login via UVID and password to access. This modification will ensure that only authorized personnel have access to the processes that specifically deal with sensitive information. -
Multi-factor Authentication – Enroll Today!
MFA protects you even if your Loyola password becomes compromised by using your LUC UVID and password plus one additional authentication method to verify your identity. MFA is required by the end of the Spring Semester. Enroll today at luc.edu/its/services/mfa/LEARN MORE -
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