Chapman University has specific guidelines for purchasing hardware and software that all staff members and faculty members must follow. These guidelines are in place to protect both the university and the individuals purchasing the products. Below are some quick tips on best practices for faculty and staff considering purchasing any new hardware or software: Important
Campus Community, Having accessible design benefits everyone. It also saves time and effort and can also reduce institutional risk. Moreover, providing an accessible environment for everyone is a vital part of making society more inclusive. It allows people with limited mobility to participate in the community. Finally, having an accessible design will enable people with
Grammarly is an AI-powered writing software that helps folks write more effectively. It helps write more clearly, automatically detects grammatical errors, and offers writing suggestions to its users. Aside from improving your writing, Grammarly also enables you to make the most of the reader’s time by delivering the most accurate and understandable messages. Grammarly is
An exciting update is coming to the Microsoft Outlook application for Mac users with a fresh look and improved user experience. Currently, Outlook provides Mac users the option to switch between the new Outlook and classic Outlook through a toggle in the application. However, starting mid-February 2022, the new Outlook for Mac will become the
When it comes to purchasing hardware (laptops, tablets, etc.) and software for University use, there are particular guidelines that all faculty and staff must be aware of. We understand there are times when it may seem more convenient to purchase these products on your own, or an emergency need arises that prompts the purchase of
When it comes to purchasing hardware (laptops, tablets, etc.) and software for University use, there are very specific guidelines that all faculty and staff must be aware of. We understand there are times when it may seem more convenient to buy it on your own, or that an emergency need arises to purchase a new software
Chapman University is moving to the Interfolio RPT system to manage faculty portfolios and the committee workflows for tenure and promotion. For nearly a decade, Chapman University has been using a homegrown system based on WordPress. The new Interfolio system will provide a more robust, secure and scalable system that will accommodate Chapman’s current needs
Adding Teams to all of your Outlook meetings is a great way to make meetings more accessible to those may not be able to attend in person. To add Teams to all current and future Outlook meetings, simply follow the steps below. (Please note: This feature will not apply to “New Appointment” in your Outlook
This week, Microsoft Teams has implemented a new Webinar feature, which is available to all Chapman Faculty and Staff. The new Webinar feature allows users to “hold interactive meetings and webinars for up to 1,000 attendees.” (Herskowitz, 2021) Setting up a webinar is as easy as scheduling a meeting. However, when setting up a webinar,
An opportunity you would not like to miss! Adobe is offering a 1-hour course on Creating Accessible PDFs and More. Event Information Date: Thursday, March 04, 2021 Time: 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time Duration: 1 hour Summary Creating PDF files that are accessible for all viewers is a necessary skill in a digital world, but that doesn’t mean