Canvas Nationwide Outage

Canvas is currently experiencing a nationwide outage affecting multiple institutions.  Howard University users may be unable to access courses, assignments,  conduct exams, and other platform features. Our team is closely monitoring the issue with the vendor and will provide an update as more information is available or service is restored.

VPN Transition Update

Thank you for your engagement and thoughtful responses following our recent Tech Tuesday communication regarding the retirement of Cisco AnyConnect VPN on May 31, 2026. The level of interest and the questions we have received reflect exactly the kind of diligence that helps us serve our community well. 

Your VPN Is Changing

If you use Cisco AnyConnect to access university systems remotely (such as shared drives, internal applications, or campus resources), please take a few minutes to review this important update. An upcoming change may impact how you connect and work. 

Modernizing Secure Access

Are You Ready for the ETS Training?

ETS is excited to continue our Tech Tuesday series with a new lineup of hands-on training workshops for May 2026. Designed to support our university community, these sessions provide practical, easy-to-apply skills that enhance productivity and confidence in your daily work.

ETS Maintenance Surveys – Week of April 20

Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) will be conducting maintenance surveys across campus during the week of April 20 as part of ongoing efforts to assess and enhance our print and digital services environment. 

Upcoming ETS Training Opportunities

ETS would like to remind you of our upcoming training series designed to help you confidently navigate the evolving Microsoft 365 environment. These interactive, hands-on sessions are practical, relevant, and immediately applicable to your daily work.

Start your Cybersecurity Awareness Training Now!

We are pleased to announce the forthcoming Quarter 4 Cybersecurity Awareness Training modules, reinforcing our dedication to safeguarding our network and user data. Your participation is vital as we collectively strive to enhance our institution’s cybersecurity posture. 

What’s new in Outlook for Windows

We’re excited to share upcoming enhancements to the new Outlook for Windows, designed to improve productivity, organization, and user experience across campus. Click here to read more!

Use the Enterprise Service Center for Faster IT Support

As we continue to enhance the way we support your technology needs, we’d like to remind you about the Enterprise Service Center (ESC) — your centralized destination for fast, efficient, and reliable IT support. If you haven’t visited the ESC recently, now is a great time to take advantage of the tools and resources designed to streamline your support experience and help you resolve issues more quickly than ever before.