To all chip users, On Tuesday July 28th, the chip cluster will be inaccessible from 0800ET - 1800ET. This maintenance window will focus on optimizing our storage architecture to enhance data...
June 29, 2026
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Posts
From Ground Zero to Tableau Heroes
In any major IT modernization project, the secret ingredient isn't just the technology; it’s the grit of the people behind the screens. This spring, the Division of Information Technology (DoIT)...
June 24, 2026
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9:00 AM
Build social media habits that include everyone.
Social media is one of the most powerful tools departments use to share news, celebrate achievements, and build community. It’s also one of the most consistently inaccessible corners of...
June 23, 2026
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3:27 PM
Are you looking for a part-time job? Come work for us!
The DoIT Technology Support Center is looking to hire additional student consultants to work during the upcoming semester and beyond. Please see our job description below and visit our job posting...
June 23, 2026
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10:18 AM
A simpler way to manage your emergency alerts and contacts
DoIT has been working with the Division of Student Affairs to introduce a new, easy-to-use Emergency Settings page in myUMBC. The myUMBC Emergency Settings page integrates our campus-wide...
June 18, 2026
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1:00 PM
Powering 10 years of free tax preparation & community impact
The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) is thrilled to announce that Colin Corcoran has been awarded the May 2026 DoIT Gritty Award! This recognition celebrates Colin’s exceptional...
June 17, 2026
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10:00 AM
Accessibility starts before you hit send.
Email is one of the most universal communication tools we have at UMBC, and one of the most commonly overlooked places where accessibility breaks down. Whether you’re sending a department update,...
June 16, 2026
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12:30 PM
Accessible PDFs, now with less manual work.
If you've ever run an Ally course accessibility report and found a long list of untagged PDFs, you know the feeling: the problem is clear, but the path forward is time-consuming. Tagging PDFs for...
June 11, 2026
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2:41 PM
“Click here” doesn’t tell anyone where they’re going.
Links are everywhere -- in syllabi, announcements, email, assignments, websites, and Blackboard pages. They’re one of the most useful tools for connecting students to resources and one of the most...
June 9, 2026
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1:20 PM
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Updated 6/3/26, 3:48 PM: Webex features restored
Update: June 3, 2026 3:48 PM Issue: The majority of the Webex features have been restored. For more information on the status, please click here to visit the Webex status dashboard. ...
June 3, 2026
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10:01 AM