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Optimize the use of information technology to improve student learning, research, and the administration of the University.
Redundant network paths and increased network capacity and speed between campus buildings (to gigabit per second) and to the Internet (tripled) increased network reliability and performance. Wireless access was added to four academic buildings and 14 residence halls for availability in 29 campus buildings
Through the Student Technology Fee provided $798,000 in funding campus proposals for IT enhancements to enhance students' academic experience. General purpose classrooms and computing clusters were enhanced and updated with $269,000 in STF funds.
Upgraded Blackboard learning management system to version 7.1, adds enhanced assessment and communication features for 10,000 users in 900 courses.
Provided IT support for faculty creative projects such as Initiatives in French Midwest (IFMidwest) and Soaring Eagle Prairie.
Developed an online resource site ASKIT.UND.EDU to assist students in meeting campus defined literacy objectives.
Strengthened IT security awareness through the ITSO web site; seminars and presentations to faculty, staff and students; and a 32 member user group.
Implemented IT Security Risk Assessment software and steering group to begin assessments.
Developed a plan and budget request to connect the Alerus Center to UND though funds are not yet identified.
250 participants in higher education and K-12 from the upper Midwest and Canada attended the Beyond Boundaries conference.
Source: ITSS
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