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  • Tackling Tech Troubles as the Academic Year Begins

    Anne Furia | August 29, 2024
    As thousands of students pour into Ohio State’s campuses each August, joining faculty and staff ramping up for the new academic year, technology troubles are inevitable. From Wi-Fi connection issues to forgotten passwords, and the occasional Blue Screen of Death, the IT Service Desk team is ready to jump into action. This trained team of technology experts in the Office of Technology and Digital ...

  • New University-Wide Contract – Entertainment Services

    Richard Hunter | August 28, 2024
    A new university-wide contract for Entertainment Services was recently awarded to nine suppliers. The Sourcing Team pre-negotiated rates, discounts, and terms with suppliers for use by Ohio State as part of a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP).Awarded Supplier List:A-Roc EntertainmentBeat Squad EntertainmentBuckeye Photo BoothConcentrated StudiosCrowd MoversEverything But The MimeNeon Enterta...

  • Respondus Lockdown iPad Functionality Update

    Learning Systems | August 23, 2024
    On Wednesday Aug. 21, Respondus made a change to iPad functionality for LockDown Browser enabled-exams. All exams using LockDown Browser are now automatically iPad compatible by default.The option to allow students to take a Respondus-enabled exam with an iPad is no longer available. ...

  • Preventing and Responding to Data Breaches

    Alison Landefeld | August 20, 2024
    With the increasing frequency of data breaches, safeguarding both your personal and Ohio State information has never been more critical. Just as regular physical check-ups and exercise are vital for maintaining physical health, adopting cyber hygiene practices is essential for ensuring digital well-being. This article offers steps to secure your data and help the university defend against cyberat...

  • Enhancements for Internal Order Billing to Allow for Refunds/Credits

    Richard Hunter | August 20, 2024
    During the evening of Thursday, August 29, enhancements will be made to the internal order billing process to allow for negative invoice line amounts. Currently, refunds/credits to customers can only be accomplished using a cost center journal. Negative invoicing will replace cost center journals as the standard practice for issuing refunds/credits to customers.Please note that due to a Workday c...

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