A Warning From the FBI: How Bad Actors Use Social Engineering to Enable Hacking of Academia
In today’s interconnected world, academia is increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks. The pursuit of knowledge and research makes it a prime target for bad actors seeking to exploit vulnerabilities and gain unauthorized access to valuable information. Social engineering emerges as one of the most insidious methods hackers use to facilitate attacks. The FBI, U.S. Department of
EDUCAUSE: Empowering Learning and Building Meaningful Connections
At Chapman University, we are proud to be a part of the EDUCAUSE institution. As a non-profit organization, EDUCAUSE is committed to advancing higher education through information technology. By bringing together professionals from various fields, including IT leaders, educators, administrators, researchers, and technology vendors, EDUCAUSE encourages collaboration and innovation in the higher education sector. Becoming
Long-Term Care Insurance Scam: Protecting Yourself From Financial Exploitation
The world of online communication has opened up a new era of convenience, but it has also led to a surge in deceptive practices, including email scams. One such insidious scam that has been operating for years, changing its guise just enough to evade email filters, involves offering Long-Term Care insurance coverage for school employees.
WEPA Print Stations Now Available on Orange and Rinker Campuses
To create a faster and more efficient printing experience, Chapman University’s Information Systems and Technology is piloting a new printing service with WEPA. WEPA is a convenient and user-friendly service allowing our students to print from any device. During the pilot, WEPA stations are placed in Argyros Forum Union Tech (by Amazon Lockers), the Rotunda
Announcing Automatic macOS Updates for Chapman-Owned Devices
Dear Chapman community, Last month, we informed you we would push security updates to Chapman-owned Apple devices. To keep your devices updated and secure, we will soon introduce automatic macOS updates to these devices, bringing you the latest features, bug fixes, and enhanced security effortlessly. Why Automatic macOS Updates? We want to ensure you have
Global Accessibility Awareness Day - Digital Inclusion Matters!
Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) is an annual event that promotes awareness and understanding of the importance of digital inclusion and accessibility for individuals with disabilities. It serves as a platform for engaging in conversations and acting on this pressing issue. Despite the growing number of people using digital platforms, significant barriers still hinder the
An Update on the Classroom Technology Help Request Process
The Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) team is excited to provide you with an update on our ongoing efforts to enhance the support experience for our faculty members. In January of 2023, we shared the news that following a successful pilot program, we have deployed phones in every classroom to help you get classroom technology help
Consistent macOS and iOS Security Updates Are Coming to Chapman-Owned Devices
Security updates are released by Apple to address known security vulnerabilities and improve your device’s overall security. These updates often include patches for critical security flaws that could be exploited by hackers to gain unauthorized access to your device or steal your personal information. To stay protected against threats, it is essential to install security
Level Up Your Software Skills: Access IS&T's Curated Workshops Recordings
We have some great news to share with you! IS&T has compiled a curated list of our recent workshop recordings, so you can take your software skills to the next level anytime, anywhere. We understand that life can get busy, and attending events can be challenging. That is why we have made it easy for
Important Update to 2-Factor Authentication's Phone Call Method
2-Factor Authentication’s phone call method is a security feature that adds an extra layer of protection to online accounts. 2-factor authentication can be performed by using the Authenticator app, SMS text message, or by receiving a phone call at Chapman University. Today, the Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) team is announcing that the phone call