OneCampus is Here!

Dear Howard University Community,

Enterprise Technology Services is excited to announce a new portal for instant access to our most commonly used applications and links for learning, working, and connecting.

A Phish Could Cost You More Than You Think

Welcome to Week 3 of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. This week, we’re turning our focus to one of the most serious and persistent cyber threats: Ransomware. What is Ransomware? Ransomware is a type of malware that locks your files or systems and demands payment to release them. Most attacks begin with a phishing email, where a user unknowingly clicks a malicious link or downloads an infected attachment. The malware quietly encrypts key files before displaying a ransom demand, often with a short deadline and increasing penalties for nonpayment.

Cybersecurity Awareness Month Week 2

Welcome to Week 2 of Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Last week, we focused on social engineering and phishing attacks. This week, we’re looking at how cyber threats are evolving, especially with the rise of artificial intelligence. While AI can be a tool for cybercriminals, it also offers numerous benefits, including support for research and writing, as well as planning and productivity. However, it's essential to use AI tools safely and responsibly. Click here for more!

5 Tips to Protect Yourself Online

October marks the start of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which is the perfect time to brush up on the habits and knowledge that help keep our digital lives secure. In today’s digital world, it’s not just about firewalls and antivirus software; it’s about people. This week, we're introducing the concept of the Human Firewall: a proactive, informed mindset that every student, faculty member, and staff member can adopt to help protect our community.

Directory for Microsoft Teams Voice

Microsoft Teams Voice allows you to make and receive external calls directly through your Microsoft Teams application, giving you the flexibility to stay connected, whether you’re on campus, at home, or on the go! Many of Howard’s faculty and staff are already making use of this awesome new feature.

Get the Most Out of Microsoft Teams with Copilot Training

Dear Howard University Community,

We’re excited to announce that Microsoft will be providing training on how to utilize its new Teams Copilot feature! 

Teams Copilot is a built-in AI assistant within Microsoft Teams that leverages large language models, Teams data, Microsoft 365 data, meeting transcripts, and more to help users be more productive.

Some of the key capabilities of Teams Copilot are:

Workday 2025R2 Release Details Inside

We’re excited to share that Workday’s 2025R2 release is just around the corner! Workday release is a biannual process that introduces new features, enhancements, and retires outdated features. This release update includes enhancements to the Howard University Bison Hub, designed to improve your day-to-day experience, simplify tasks, and provide better access to information.

Your Guide to Howard’s IT Governance Council

As a reminder, the IT Governance Council continues to serve as a cross-functional body ensuring the university’s IT resources are strategically aligned, efficiently managed, and positioned to deliver measurable value across all areas of our academic and administrative operations.

Windows 10 Support Ending, Upgrade to Windows 11

Microsoft will officially end support for Windows 10 on Oct. 14, 2025. After this date, Windows 10 devices will no longer receive security updates, leaving them vulnerable to security threats. To safeguard our network and data, Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) will no longer support computers running Windows 10 after this deadline. We will begin upgrades in advance and complete them well before Oct. 14 to ensure a smooth transition.

Your Quarterly Mandatory Cybersecurity Training Arrives Tomorrow!

We are pleased to announce the forthcoming Quarter 1 Cybersecurity Awareness Training modules, reinforcing our dedication to safeguarding our network and users' data. Your participation is vital as we collectively strive to enhance our institution’s cybersecurity posture. Tomorrow, August 27, you will receive an email from "Mandatory Howard Cybersecurity Training," with the subject "Welcome to the Quarterly Cybersecurity Awareness Training.”