New Outlook for Mac becomes the Default Experience
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
Office 365 Web Portal
Chapman’s Microsoft Office site license offers a wide range of applications including Microsoft Office for the web programs that are a part of most Microsoft 365. Office for the web makes it easier for you to work in the cloud because Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and PDF documents open in your web browser. To get
IS&T Holiday Greeting!
(Click the link to view) IS&T HOLIDAY GREETING VIDEO IS&T wishes you and your family a healthy and happy holiday season and all the best in the New Year. We hope you enjoy sharing our virtual celebration with us in our annual holiday video!
Help Button Callback Pilot
Since the start of the Covid pandemic, we have been utilizing help-buttons in our classrooms to provide a faster process to instructors when they need technical support. As we continue to evolve, we continuously think about more efficient ways to provide technical support to Chapman University’s faculty. Currently, we are piloting this program in the
Cloud Storage Updates
Cloud services have transformed the way Chapman University creates, disseminates, and stores information over the past several years. IS&T has long recognized the need to continue to adapt to the changing landscape as it pertains of the large number of cloud options at our disposal. Going forward, IS&T will be recommending Microsoft OneDrive as your cloud storage product. This will enable seamless integration
Meet Pantherbot!
Over the past several weeks, IS&T has been partnering with several departments across campus to develop Chapman’s very first chatbot called “Pantherbot”. Pantherbot is service that will help answer any questions regarding Chapman University services. If at any time you need to speak with live assistant from a specific department, one will be notified and
Two-Factor Authentication Update
Since 2019, IS&T has been diligently working to enroll all Chapman users to Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). By the end of the 2021 summer, all faculty, staff, and student employees were successfully enrolled in 2FA. We are excited to announce that all students are now enrolled in 2FA as of the end of October 2021. This
Software and Device Purchasing Guidelines
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
Conference Rooms Upgrade
Remote working has changed the way we all work and IS&T is aware that virtual and hybrid meetings are a permanent part of our environment. To support this need, the university has funded a project to add videoconferencing technology to 27 conference rooms across our Orange and Rinker campuses by the end of December 2021.
F5 VPN to Replace Pulse VPN
IS&T is replacing our current Pulse VPN solution with F5 ‘BIG-IP’ Secured VPN. With F5 VPN, users will experience faster and more reliable connectivity. Also, F5 VPN will enhance security by requiring Chapman’s Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) when using VPN to access your remote desktop, Panther Analytics, or network shared drives (R Drive, J Drive, etc.).