OIT’s series “We Are IT” highlights professionals at The University of Alabama whose work continues to shape the IT landscape. Today, we highlight Jay Vance, a Systems Engineer whose expertise and commitment ensure effective technical operations on campus. Vance’s interactions with technology began at an early age, inspired by his mother, who earned her degree in computer programming. “As a…
To prioritize security and safeguard sensitive university and personal data, the Office of Information Technology (OIT) will be blocking built-in browser password management tools for the Office of Information Technology on UA-managed computers beginning February 18, 2025. This proactive measure is designed to avoid built-in password manager vulnerabilities and encourage using more robust password management…
The University of Alabama’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) is implementing a new login notice on all university-owned Windows machines starting January 27. Once a user logs in, a new page will appear with a message and an option to click “okay.” Once clicked, the user will have access to their machine. The message is…
The Office of Information Technology congratulates you on your achievements at The Capstone! Shortly after graduation, your access to UA IT services will expire. This article provides guidance for file storage, software access and email use after graduation. Software Access to UA-licensed software will expire 90 days after graduation. Some of our software partners offer discounted services to recent graduates. Review…
Navigating technology can sometimes feel overwhelming, but the University of Alabama Office of Information Technology (OIT) is here to help with Bama Bot, our user-friendly chatbot available directly on the OIT homepage. Whether you need quick answers, step-by-step guidance, or support for your tech needs, Bama Bot is ready to assist 24/7. What Can Bama…
Congratulations to the OIT Security Team on being nominated for a UA System Risk and Compliance Academy Award by the Office of Compliance, Ethics, and Regulatory Affairs! This recognition highlights the innovative “Catch the Phish – OIT Challenge,” which was praised as a fun and educational initiative to enhance cybersecurity skills and protect against real-world…
Beginning September 2025, Windows 10 devices will no longer be permitted to connect to the UA campus network. As a reminder, the final version of Windows 10 is version 22H2, which will reach the end of service in October 2025. All Windows devices should be running Windows 11. If you have external hardware that requires…
