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July 2025

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Four Ways UT Verse Can Help with Class Planning 

Class planning isn’t just about creating syllabi. It’s about clarifying goals, inspiring students, and choosing where to spend your limited […]

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Register Now: 2025 Bioinformatics Symposium

Registration is Open Click here to register! OIT’s High Performance and Scientific Computing (HPSC) group is pleased to announce the 5th […]

Technical Difficulties

Have You Checked the Status Page Lately

Subscribe to this important resources, today. If you’ve ever wondered why a UT resource you are attempting to access is […]

AKINDI

Akindi: Create Question & Bubble Sheets 

Akindi is making it faster and easier for instructors to run multiple version paper assessments. By using Question & Bubble […]

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Don’t Delay! Submit Fall Video Requests Today

Do you plan on showing films in your class? Do you need part of a book scanned, too? Don’t wait […]

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Canvas New Quizzes Enhancements—Navigation and Text Block 

Two enhancements have recently been made to New Quizzes within Canvas.  The first enhancement is navigational. New Quizzes now show […]

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Check Your Canvas Dashboard 

Exciting news! This summer, we’ve started a new communication initiative within Canvas. Now, every week on your Canvas Dashboard, you’ll […]

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Does Your Department Need Help Transitioning to Microsoft?

Request Customized Training for Your Department The Office of Innovative Technologies (OIT) provides tailored, in-person or live, online departmental training […]

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Multilevel Modeling Support Available 

Multilevel models (MLM), also known as hierarchical linear models, are statistical techniques used to analyze nested data, data structured on […]

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AI Tips & Tricks

Artificial Intelligence Weekly Tips and Tricks

UT Verse with Web Search—
UT Verse offers an advanced Web Searc for news, web pages, images, and videos, and deeply analyzes the findings to provide detailed sources and citations in footnotes.

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Technology Support & Resources for New Faculty, Instructors, & GTAs

Share this website to help your new teaching staff get started. The Office of Innovative Technologies (OIT) offers help to […]

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June 2025

UT Verse AI Assistant

Entering a New Era in the UT Verse

Thanks to the continued support and vision of our senior leadership, since 2023, the University of Tennessee has become a […]

SAS Learning Resources

Learning SAS via SAS e-Learning

SAS, from SAS Institute, is a leading analytic software suite for data management, statistical analysis, and data visualization. The latest SAS […]

Canvas: Bulk Edit Assignment Dates

Every semester, after you’ve copied content from your last course to the current one, it’s time to go through and […]

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Zoom: In-Meeting Views and Recording Layouts

Zoom meeting hosts and participants may change their view in real-time, adjusting the display of content and webcams to suit […]

Vol Edge

OIT and Student Success Help Give Vols a Leading Edge

When it comes to life after graduation, UT Knoxville students now have even more opportunities to develop an edge over […]

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Hello, UT Verse: What’s New?

UT Verse just got a major upgrade—easier and more powerful than ever. You can now use real-time speech-to-text, capture images […]

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Stata 19: Latest Features and Enhancements

StataCorp has officially released Stata 19, a powerful upgrade packed with new features designed to expand analytical capabilities, enhance user […]

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OIT Identity Verification Measures

As part of our ongoing commitment to the security of our campus community, the Office of Innovative Technologies (OIT) would […]

May 2025

UT Verse Week, June 9-13

Have You Considered UT Verse Week?

AI Training Opportunities All Week, June 9-13 The Office of Innovative Technologies is pleased to announce UT Verse Week, June […]

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Stay Up to Date with OIT News

“Oh, why didn’t I know that would affect my upcoming exam?” “Wow, we have access to so much available research […]

Find Your Classroom: Select Your Building

Teaching This Summer? Use classrooms.utk.edu 

 If you need help with using the technology in your classroom, check out the classrooms.utk.edu website. You’ll find individualized guides for every campus-hosted classroom as well as general resources […]

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How to Request Help from OIT

Whether you need assistance with Duo, UT email, network, software, hardware, or anything else related to using your technology, reach out […]

Traveling this Summer

Cybersecurity Tips for Traveling

Traveling can be an exciting adventure, but it also comes with its own set of cybersecurity risks. Whether you’re on […]

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Learn More About UT Verse

You won’t want to miss these two upcoming UT Verse learning opportunities! UT Verse Week: AI Training June 9–13 This […]

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Students: Prepare for Life After UT

Congratulations Grads!  With graduation just around the corner, you may be wondering what you will have access to (and for how […]

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Using LinkedIn Learning as a Teaching Tool

LinkedIn Learning is a fantastic resource available to UT Knoxville* faculty, staff, and students. It has many important and wonderful […]

Team Premium

Teams Premium: New Feature

Managing What Attendees See in Meetings Now that Microsoft Teams Premium is available, you can further streamline your meetings with […]

Group Work

Canvas: Viewing Student Group Uploaded Assignments

Student group work is known to promote active learning and engagement. However, there are some instances when unexpected disputes happen […]

UT Verse Week, June 9-13

Announcing UT Verse Week: AI Training June 9-13

The Office of Innovative Technologies invites you to UT Verse Week from June 9–13. These 90 minute virtual workshops ensure […]

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Relax for Success: A Five-Video Series from LinkedIn Learning 

As we approach the end of the semester, it is important to remember self-care to keep yourself healthy, organized, and […]

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Get Your Clicker Points

Don’t Lose Out on Valuable Clickers Grades and Extra Points

Most instructors have a deadline of two weeks after the start of classes for students to register their clickers. Some […]

For Students: Top Seven Tech-Checks to Test Before Finals

Finals are upon us, and as you prepare for the end of the semester, consider using this checklist to reduce […]

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April 2025

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Computer Sign in Change for Windows Users

On May 21, the OIT Information Security team will implement the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keystroke sequence for signing in to all UT-owned […]

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UT Verse Vodcast Launching May 13 

Great news! We’re excited to announce our brand-new vodcast series, UT Verse Unplugged!  Every two weeks, we’ll share simple tips and […]

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Join us for AI Wednesadays

AI Isn’t What You Think—It’s Better

Metaphors matter. Some people are discovering that rethinking how we describe AI can open up entirely new ways to work […]

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Create a Calendar Meeting from an Email in Outlook 

Do you ever have an email that includes times to meet someone but there’s not a calendar invitation associated with […]

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UT Vault 2.0 Coming This Week

On April 9, 2025, the Office of Innovative Technologies will release a new secure file transfer service along with a […]

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Using ‘Copy To’ Instead of ‘Course Copy’ in Canvas 

The Canvas Course Copy feature is an effective way for instructors to copy some or all their course materials from […]

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Canvas Course Shells for Summer

Summer Canvas Course Shells Now Available

We know you are anxious to get started with your Mini- and Summer-term course development in Canvas. The course shells […]

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Canvas Catalog Advantage

Unlocking the Potential of Canvas Catalog

Did you know that several University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s colleges, departments, and administrative units are leveraging the power of UT […]

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Transferring Ownership

Leaving UT? Prepare Before Losing Access to Your Research Software

When students, faculty, and staff leave the University of Tennessee, access to all research software, including ArcGIS and Qualtrics, will end on your Left […]

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Create a Calendar Meeting from an Email in Outlook 

Do you ever have an email that includes times to meet someone but there’s not a calendar invitation associated with […]

March 2025

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ArcGIS Online: Things to Know Before You Leave

If you are a student, faculty, or staff member with ArcGIS Online content, you must manage your ArcGIS Online content […]

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Zoom: Co-Host and Alternative Host—What’s the Difference?

Our UT Zoom meeting environment supports several user roles, including the leader or host, a co-host, and an alternative host. […]

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Impact Learners with OIT’s Training Development Services

Do you want to elevate your training programs or bring your training ideas to life? OIT offers training development assistance […]

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Commencement Webcast Requests? Don’t Delay, Submit Today!

Does your department or college have an upcoming commencement ceremony that they’d like to share with a virtual audience? OIT […]

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UT Verse: New Online Search Features

Did you know that UT Verse can now perform web searches, analyze its findings and provide sources and citations in […]

Microsoft Teams Premium

Microsoft Teams Premium Has Arrived 

As part of our continuous innovation efforts, the Office of Innovative Technologies (OIT) is excited to introduce Microsoft Teams Premium […]

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Downloading Rubric Scores in Canvas

If you use rubrics in your Canvas course sites, there’s a new feature available: the ability to bulk download rubric […]

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February 2025

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Reasons to Use Microsoft Loop

Microsoft Loop is an innovative tool designed to enhance team collaboration by consolidating numerous elements into a single, cohesive workspace. […]

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How to Order Microsoft Add-Ins

We are excited to announce the launch of our updated website and order form for Microsoft licenses. This new platform […]

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The Dangers of Using DeepSeek

Let’s take a moment to address some significant concerns regarding the use of DeepSeek at UT. While it may seem […]

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Secure Your Research Data with UT-StorR—Your Research, Safeguarded and Accessible

The UT-StorR (Secure Tiered Online Research Repository) is designed to provide secure, scalable, and long-term storage for your research data. As we start a […]

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A Bayesian Approach to Research

Researchers are shifting towards Bayesian statistical methods, given the increasing resources and computational support for Bayesian modeling. The classical, or […]

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    Microsoft Forms: Move a Form to a Microsoft Team

    The Microsoft Forms application is a great tool to collect information, take surveys, or create an assessment. MS Forms allows […]

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    Adding Quizzes to Canvas Studio Videos

    Canvas Studio Video Quizzing provides instructors, graduate teaching assistants (GTA), and course designers with a simple way to create engaging […]

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    Become a LinkedIn Learning Curator

    Drive learner engagement by becoming a curator on LinkedIn Learning. As a curator you can create, share, and track learning […]

    Leveraging Textbook Chapter Questions in Online@UT (Canvas)

    Are you planning to use textbook questions to assess your students? Using the course import tool, you can seamlessly import […]

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    Transition to Microsoft 365

    After careful consideration, the University has decided to transition to Microsoft as our primary university-wide platform for collaboration and productivity […]

    January 2025

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    Recording or Meeting Online in Your Classroom 

    Today, classes need to be nimble. Special speakers, students out sick, and traveling instructors all require times when a class […]

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    How to Locate Your Files in Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint

    If you have ever felt overwhelmed by the variety of storage options and locations to save your files, you are […]

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    Proceed with Caution When Using ChatGPT and AI Services 

    With the introduction of ChatGPT and other AI services, there is a great deal of fascination with the technology. As […]

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    Spring 2025 High Performance and Scientific Computing Workshops

    HPSC workshop series begins on February 3 OIT High Performance and Scientific Computing (HPSC) is hosting a workshop series this semester […]

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    Request a Classroom Technology Consultation

    With spring semester starting soon, you may want to get into your classroom to see what technology is available to […]

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    Matlab Updates

    New in MATLAB R2024b

    MATLAB is a programming and numeric computing platform for engineering and scientific applications, such as data analysis, signal and image […]

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    Choose Your Own (Training) Adventure! 

    As the University streamlines its supported software packages, instructors are encouraged to go on a training adventure! Will you take […]

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    Are You Getting Multiple Invitations to the Same Meeting? It’s Not a Mistake

    When you get invited to a meeting, are you getting an invitation in Outlook that looks like two invitations stacked […]

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    Use Multiple Due Dates as Checkpoints in Canvas Discussions 

    Discussion Checkpoints Feature Update In mid-January, Instructure will release an update to the Discussions tool in Canvas that will allow […]

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    Register to Attend the 2025 UT Innovative Technologies Symposium 

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    December 2024

    Before you sign off for the winter break...

    Shutting Down, Signing Out, and Logging Off

    We have a few reminders for you before you unplug for a well-deserved break.   Don’t forget to:  Create an email […]

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    OIT Training

    Training Available While You Are Away

    Continue your learning over the winter break with online workshops! OIT Spring workshop offerings are also available for registration. OIT […]

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    AI Learning Opportunities Coming This Spring

    Now that OIT has introduced the new UT Verse AI Assistant to the university community, we have a variety of opportunities to […]

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    Security Tips When Accessing WiFi

    While we may be taking a break from the classroom and the office over the next few weeks, the bad […]

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    Intune Configuration Policy Change: BitLocker Required for All Windows Computers 

    As part of our ongoing commitment to data security, on December 16, 2024, we are requiring the use of BitLocker […]

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    Understanding Access to the UT Knoxville Employee Hub

    SharePoint Web Delivery Platform Before delving into the details about permission, let’s make sure you understand SharePoint sites and hubs. […]

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    Changes to JMP Licensing

    JMP recently announced changes to the licensing procedures for universities, including the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Starting December 12, 2024, […]

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    Transferring Data to and from ISAAC Made Simple

    As instructors or researchers working with large datasets on the ISAAC cluster, you understand the critical need for efficient and […]

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    Manage Your Canvas Course Files to Remain Under Quota

    Currently, for-credit course sites in Canvas have a file quota of 1GB. While this is a good amount of storage […]

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    Getting Ready for Finals: Ideas and Options

    Review our compiled list of assessment ideas and planning resources as you near the end-of-semester finals. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES OIT Website: […]

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    Secure Enclave

    What is Secure Enclave, and What Can Researchers Do with It? 

    Secure Enclave supports research with Protected Health Information and Controlled Unclassified Information which have specific security requirements specified by federal […]

    November 2024

    End of Semester Wrap-Up

    As the Fall semester comes to a close, we know you have a lot of responsibilities at hand before heading into […]

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    Introducing UT Verse AI Assistant 

    OIT is proud to introduce the new UT Verse AI Assistant, which is now available to the university community. UT […]

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    Travel Tips: Safe Web Surfing

    While you may be traveling over the upcoming holiday break, remember the bad guys don’t take time off. Here are […]

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    Take LinkedIn Learning Along 

    Are you planning on taking a trip for the Thanksgiving holiday? Be sure to take LinkedIn Learning with you!  LinkedIn […]

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    OIT HelpDesk Closed for Thanksgiving

    The OIT HelpDesk will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, for Thanksgiving. While the university is […]

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    Winter Mini-Term and Spring 2025 Canvas Course Availability

    We know you are anxious to get started with next semester’s course development in Canvas. Winter Mini-Term 2025 and Spring 2025 Canvas course shells were created […]

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    When is an Online Survey at Risk for Bot or Fraudulent Responses?

    One of the main concerns when collecting data using online surveys is that your survey is only completed by your targeted audience and […]

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    Watch the UT Bioinformatics Symposium Video Recordings

    Friday, October 18. Attend in person or online. We know that data is driving and informing ALL of the sciences.

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    Faculty Present 20 slides, 20 seconds at the Fall 2024 Mic/Nite

    You don’t want to miss this fun night!

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    UT-StorR: A New, Secure Tiered Online Research Repository

    UT-StorR is a scalable, secure, and high-performance storage solution designed to meet the data storage needs of our research community.  […]

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    October 2024

    Tools to Use for Final Exams

    It’s that time of year again to start preparing for semester final exams. If you are giving your final on […]

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    Transform Your Training: Custom Solutions with OIT’s Expertise

    Looking to enhance or create new training for your department? Need help designing, developing, and delivering online professional development opportunities […]

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    Microsoft 365 Email Encryption

    Using Microsoft to Encrypt Emails

    Any university email that contains the following protected or sensitive information must be encrypted: You can send encrypted emails using […]

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    Top 5 Tips to Stay Secure in Classrooms

    Staying secure in your classroom keeps you and your students’ data safe while ensuring your classroom technology runs more smoothly. […]

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    How to Report a Cybercrime

    We all know that we should report any cyber incidents to the OIT Helpdesk and eventually OIT Security. This is […]

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    macOS Sequoia—Wait Before You Upgrade 

    Apple has released its latest desktop operating system, macOS Sequoia, also known as macOS 15.   As always, OIT recommends caution when […]

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    Canvas Catalog vs. Canvas

    Are you familiar with UT Canvas Catalog? OIT recognizes that many faculty, staff, and students are well-acquainted with Online@UT, casually […]

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    Assign to Reboot

    New and Improved “Assign To” Feature in Canvas

    You may have noticed recent changes to how you enter due dates and availability dates in Canvas. Instead of being […]

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    Protecting Your Research Data: Data Types, Software Tools, and Products

    Researcher’s Guide to Sensitive Information

    OIT High Performance & Scientific Computing, OIT Research Computing Support, and the Office of Research, Innovation, & Economic Development have […]

    Acceptable Use of OIT Research Software

    The University of Tennessee provides access to many types of centrally funded research software. Centrally funded software is available for […]

    September 2024

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    Increase Your Cyber Security Knowledge All Month

    October is a special month for online safety, especially for those of us in higher education. It’s National Cyber Security […]

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    Beware of New IT Scam Targeting Students 

    There is a new scam targeting students on campus! Scammers are sending emails pretending to be from OIT and telling […]

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    Partial Least Squares Analysis

    Partial Least Squares (PLS) analysis is a statistical method that straddles the line between Multiple Regression and Principal Component Analysis […]

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    Upload Questions Using Akindi Importer

    Do you have large question banks or individual quizzes to use within Canvas? The Akindi Importer is an Online@UT (Canvas) […]

    Research Proposal Development Support from HPSC

    OIT High Performance & Scientific Computing (HPSC) provides research computing resources and services to the University community, including: ISAAC is […]

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    August 2024

    OIT Offers Support for High Performance and Scientific Computing

    High-performance computing (HPC) generally refers to the practice of aggregating computing power in a way that delivers much higher performance […]

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    OIT Can Help Solve Your Training Needs

    OIT offers assistance with custom training development to departments at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.   Do you need help with…  […]

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    Test Drive UT Verse, UT’s ChatGPT and AI Sandbox

    This time last fall, the Office of Innovative Technologies (OIT) debuted its first generative artificial intelligence (AI) resource, UT Verse. […]

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    Software for Faculty, Staff, and Students

    UT maintains contracts with many software providers to provide faculty, staff, and students access to these school, work, and academic […]

    UTK Annual Compliance Training

    Annual Compliance Training is now open for eligible employees through K@TE Learning Management System. Required courses include the Clery Act, […]

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    Reserve a Computer Lab

    OIT Computer Lab Services offers a stable and reliable environment for students to complete their academic assignments. Our service includes […]

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    Search the Knowledge Base for Technology Answers

    In the Knowledge Base, you can find step-by-step instructions and detailed information on university-provided technology. Here are some of the […]

    Level Up with OIT’s Exciting New Workshops 

    The Office of Innovative Technologies (OIT) is rolling out an incredible lineup of Fall workshops, including 15 new workshops that […]

    Summer Wrap Up

    Summer Final Grade Preparation

    All Summer grades are due August 13, 2024 As you prepare for final grade submissions, here are a few things […]

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    Infrastructure for Scientific Applications and Advanced Computing (ISAAC) 

    The ISAAC Next Generation (ISAAC-NG) cluster is available for use to the university research community. The following equipment is available […]

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    Using Clickers this Fall? Help Students Create their Account

    If you are using clickers in your class this fall, you have a new and easy option for helping your […]

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    HPSC: ABAQUS Available for ISAAC

    A commercial license for ABAQUS, a computer-aided engineering suite based upon finite element analysis (FEA), is available through UT with […]

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    July 2024

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    Ask OIT to Develop Your Training  

    OIT can develop customized training modules and videos by partnering with you on the design and development process. Bring your […]

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    PointSolutions: Ensuring Polling Data is Saved 

    Echo360 PointSolutions users are advised to refrain from using VPNs during attendance submission and polling activities due to potential latency […]

    June 2024

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    Access to IT Services in Retirement

    As you plan for retirement, we want to provide some information about how your affiliation and time of services affect […]

    IT Tools and Products to Support Your Sensitive Research

    For the last several months we have been sharing information about various data types that you may be collecting in […]

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    UT WIRELESS NETWORKS: What are they, and which one is best for you?

    If you haven’t thought about the wireless network you connect to on campus, you should. OIT provides two different Wi-Fi networks […]

    May 2024

    Check With Us Before You Buy

    As the end of the fiscal year approaches, we wanted to remind you to check with OIT before buying or […]

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    Do You Collect Export–Controlled Information in Your Research?

    Export-Controlled Information (ITAR, EAR) includes information that is regulated for reasons of national security, foreign policy, anti-terrorism, or non-proliferation. The International […]

    April 2024

    When To Use Your NetID, and When to Use Your Full Email Address

    At UT Knoxville, we provide many services to faculty, staff, and students that require one to log in or “authenticate.” […]

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    Do You Collect FERPA Data in Your Research?

    The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records containing information directly related […]

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    Do You Collect Any Personally Identifiable Information in Your Research? 

    Personally Identifiable Information (PII) is any data that could potentially identify a specific individual. Any information that can be used […]

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    March 2024

    Secure Data Types -- Controlled Unclassified Information

    Do You Collect Any Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in Your Research? 

    Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) was established by Executive Order 13556 (2010) and is government-created or owned information that requires safeguarding or dissemination […]

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    LinkedIn Learning All the Time

    Are you looking to increase your knowledge and skills in different disciplines? Or maybe you have a how–to question you […]

    February 2024

    Explore the Benefits of LinkedIn Learning

    LinkedIn Learning Resource 

    LinkedIn Learning is a valuable online video training platform for faculty, staff, and students. Available at any time from any […]

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    January 2024

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    Software for Faculty, Staff, and Students

    UT maintains contracts with many software providers to provide faculty, staff, and students access to these school, work, and academic […]

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    Do You Collect Any Protected Health Information in Your Research?

    Protected Health Information (PHI) is regulated by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). PHI is any information in […]

    December 2023

    Join Us for the Innovative Technologies Symposium 

    Save the Date: January 30, 2024  The Inaugural UT Innovative Technologies Symposium invites you to attend this exciting event that […]

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    Hurry Up and RSVP for Mic/Nite on Wed, April 3!

    RSVP by Monday, 4/1, and plan to attend on Wednesday. April 3, 2024. Note the new presentation start time at 6:10 pm.

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    Submit a Proposal to Share in a Poster or Birds-of-a-Feather Session

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    Join Us for the Inaugural Innovative Technologies Symposium 

    January 30, 2024  The Inaugural UT Innovative Technologies Symposium invites you to attend this exciting event that will pull together […]

    Inaugural UT IT Symposium: Engage, Enlighten, Enjoy  

    The Application for Proposals is open now!   We invite you to share with others at UT what excites you, […]

    September 2023

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    What Can Researchers Do with Secure Enclave?

    Secure Enclave supports research with Protected Health Information and Controlled Unclassified Information which have specific security requirements specified by federal […]

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    Research Computing Support for Faculty, Staff, and Students

    Are you a researcher and need help performing statistical analysis, analyzing data, or creating survey questions? OIT offers customized assistance […]

    August 2023

    Canvas Training for Students 

    This new, self-paced, asynchronous workshop was designed to help UT students learn about Canvas and gain comfort within this learning […]

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    Ready for fall?

    Start of Semester Last-Minute Checklist 

    In case you have been away for the summer, we have created a quick checklist to ensure your technology is […]

    Ways OIT Can Help You with Teaching and Learning

    Assistance with Technologies Focused on Teaching and Learning  Canvas. Zoom. Proctorio. Turning Technologies. Panopto. Materia. Akindi. Microsoft O365. Google for Education. Adobe […]


    HPSC Fall Workshop Series

    Learn High Performance Computing this Fall

    OIT High Performance and Scientific Computing (HPSC) is hosting a workshop series this semester focusing on utilizing ISAAC resources effectively. […]


    Matlab Updates

    What’s New in MATLAB 2025a

    MATLAB R2025a, released in May 2025, introduces a new desktop layout with customizable sidebars for accessing tools like the Debugger, […]


    Register for Fundamentals of HPC for Bioinformatics

    Graduate Students, Faculty, Researchers—Add this pre-fall semester workshop series to your calendar.

    Register Now: 2025 Bioinformatics Symposium

    Registration is Open Click here to register! OIT’s High Performance and Scientific Computing (HPSC) group is pleased to announce the 5th […]

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    Multilevel Modeling Support Available 

    Multilevel models (MLM), also known as hierarchical linear models, are statistical techniques used to analyze nested data, data structured on […]


    SAS Learning Resources

    Learning SAS via SAS e-Learning

    SAS, from SAS Institute, is a leading analytic software suite for data management, statistical analysis, and data visualization. The latest SAS […]

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    Stata 19: Latest Features and Enhancements

    StataCorp has officially released Stata 19, a powerful upgrade packed with new features designed to expand analytical capabilities, enhance user […]

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    Stay Up to Date with OIT News

    “Oh, why didn’t I know that would affect my upcoming exam?” “Wow, we have access to so much available research […]

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    Cybersecurity Tips for Traveling

    Traveling can be an exciting adventure, but it also comes with its own set of cybersecurity risks. Whether you’re on […]

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    Using LinkedIn Learning as a Teaching Tool

    LinkedIn Learning is a fantastic resource available to UT Knoxville* faculty, staff, and students. It has many important and wonderful […]

    Transferring Ownership

    Leaving UT? Prepare Before Losing Access to Your Research Software

    When students, faculty, and staff leave the University of Tennessee, access to all research software, including ArcGIS and Qualtrics, will end on your Left […]

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    ArcGIS Online: Things to Know Before You Leave

    If you are a student, faculty, or staff member with ArcGIS Online content, you must manage your ArcGIS Online content […]

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    Secure Your Research Data with UT-StorR—Your Research, Safeguarded and Accessible

    The UT-StorR (Secure Tiered Online Research Repository) is designed to provide secure, scalable, and long-term storage for your research data. As we start a […]


    Matlab Updates

    New in MATLAB R2024b

    MATLAB is a programming and numeric computing platform for engineering and scientific applications, such as data analysis, signal and image […]

    OIT Training

    Training Available While You Are Away

    Continue your learning over the winter break with online workshops! OIT Spring workshop offerings are also available for registration. OIT […]

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    Changes to JMP Licensing

    JMP recently announced changes to the licensing procedures for universities, including the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Starting December 12, 2024, […]

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    Transferring Data to and from ISAAC Made Simple

    As instructors or researchers working with large datasets on the ISAAC cluster, you understand the critical need for efficient and […]


    Secure Enclave

    What is Secure Enclave, and What Can Researchers Do with It? 

    Secure Enclave supports research with Protected Health Information and Controlled Unclassified Information which have specific security requirements specified by federal […]

    When is an Online Survey at Risk for Bot or Fraudulent Responses?

    One of the main concerns when collecting data using online surveys is that your survey is only completed by your targeted audience and […]


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    Watch the UT Bioinformatics Symposium Video Recordings

    Friday, October 18. Attend in person or online. We know that data is driving and informing ALL of the sciences.

    UT-StorR: A New, Secure Tiered Online Research Repository

    UT-StorR is a scalable, secure, and high-performance storage solution designed to meet the data storage needs of our research community.  […]


    Protecting Your Research Data: Data Types, Software Tools, and Products

    Researcher’s Guide to Sensitive Information

    OIT High Performance & Scientific Computing, OIT Research Computing Support, and the Office of Research, Innovation, & Economic Development have […]

    Acceptable Use of OIT Research Software

    The University of Tennessee provides access to many types of centrally funded research software. Centrally funded software is available for […]

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    Partial Least Squares Analysis

    Partial Least Squares (PLS) analysis is a statistical method that straddles the line between Multiple Regression and Principal Component Analysis […]

    Research Proposal Development Support from HPSC

    OIT High Performance & Scientific Computing (HPSC) provides research computing resources and services to the University community, including: ISAAC is […]


    OIT Offers Support for High Performance and Scientific Computing

    High-performance computing (HPC) generally refers to the practice of aggregating computing power in a way that delivers much higher performance […]


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    HPSC: ABAQUS Available for ISAAC

    A commercial license for ABAQUS, a computer-aided engineering suite based upon finite element analysis (FEA), is available through UT with […]


    IT Tools and Products to Support Your Sensitive Research

    For the last several months we have been sharing information about various data types that you may be collecting in […]

    Export-Controlled Information

    Do You Collect Export–Controlled Information in Your Research?

    Export-Controlled Information (ITAR, EAR) includes information that is regulated for reasons of national security, foreign policy, anti-terrorism, or non-proliferation. The International […]

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    Do You Collect FERPA Data in Your Research?

    The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records containing information directly related […]


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    Do You Collect Any Personally Identifiable Information in Your Research? 

    Personally Identifiable Information (PII) is any data that could potentially identify a specific individual. Any information that can be used […]


    Secure Data Types -- Controlled Unclassified Information

    Do You Collect Any Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in Your Research? 

    Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) was established by Executive Order 13556 (2010) and is government-created or owned information that requires safeguarding or dissemination […]

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    Do You Collect Any Protected Health Information in Your Research?

    Protected Health Information (PHI) is regulated by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). PHI is any information in […]

    Inaugural UT IT Symposium: Engage, Enlighten, Enjoy  

    The Application for Proposals is open now!   We invite you to share with others at UT what excites you, […]

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    What Can Researchers Do with Secure Enclave?

    Secure Enclave supports research with Protected Health Information and Controlled Unclassified Information which have specific security requirements specified by federal […]

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    Research Computing Support for Faculty, Staff, and Students

    Are you a researcher and need help performing statistical analysis, analyzing data, or creating survey questions? OIT offers customized assistance […]