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Join us in celebrating our amazing student workers
Congratulations to our Graduating students in the Division of Information Technology Class of Spring 2024 We're so happy for you! Celebrate your accomplishments and keep on shining!...
October 30, 2024
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11:08 AM
Access to Blackboard course content may be impacted
Update @ 6:37 PM: After a rolling restart was performed, course menus appear to be consistently stable and content is available. Users also report the error messages are no longer appearing. At...
October 29, 2024
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11:27 AM
Please complete the survey if you’re selected this year
Since 2006, EDUCAUSE, the professional association for IT in higher education, has conducted an annual survey of students about their technology usage and preferences and, beginning in 2014, a...
October 28, 2024
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11:19 AM
This past summer, the UMBC Security Student Team made a significant discovery regarding compromised accounts, predominantly affecting alumni. In a series of alarming events, fraudulent Google...
October 28, 2024
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9:43 AM
Watch Ouwen Dai describe his cybersecurity journey
Ouwen Dai shares his experiences as a computer science student with a focus on cybersecurity and his work as a Security Analyst at DoIT. He highlights the importance of practical experience and...
October 25, 2024
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9:18 AM
Use Duo MFA for myUMBC!
What is multi-factor authentication? Multi-factor authentication adds a second layer of security to your online accounts. Verifying your identity using an additional factor (like your phone or...
October 21, 2024
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9:15 AM
Congratulations Regina, Dan, and Tim!
We are excited to announce that Regina Clowser, Dan Loftus, and Tim Boyle are the recipients of the October Gritty Award! The Division of Information Technology’s Gritty Award recognizes the...
October 15, 2024
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11:50 AM
Strengthen Passwords with Three Simple Tips
1. Use Unique Passwords: UMBC requires all students and staff to have a strong password for their account to help keep it secure. Find the UMBC requirements for creating strong passwords here....
October 14, 2024
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9:53 AM
Protect data by recognizing & reporting phishing attempts
Phishing Phishing is the use of deception to acquire passwords, credit card numbers, or other sensitive information from a user. There are many phishing mediums including SMS messages (Smishing),...
October 7, 2024
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2:11 PM
Four ways to stay safe online
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and UMBC wants to help you keep your information safe. Follow these four steps to increase your cybersecurity: Avoid Phishing Attacks Phishing...
October 4, 2024
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10:21 AM