Month August 2026


We Are OIT – Mika Sellers

Before you even arrive on campus, many people work behind the scenes to ensure students can get into myBama, register for classes, and so much more. Mika Sellers is one of the many people who work every day to keep these programs running and refreshed.   In November, Sellers will have worked with the Office of Information Technology (OIT) for…


Important Notice: Phishing Alert from “UA Human Resources”

OIT is aware that several faculty & staff members across campus have received text messages from an individual claiming to be “Ua HR.” Please be aware that these messages are phishing attempts designed to deceive and potentially harm recipients. What You Need to Do: Reporting Links: Your vigilance and prompt reporting are crucial in safeguarding…


Banner and Related Apps Unavailable August 30

OIT will perform upgrades to the Banner platform starting Sunday, August 30, 4:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. The following related services will be unavailable during the upgrade period: If you have any questions or concerns, contact the IT Service Desk at 205-348-5555 or itsd@ua.edu


AVS Team Delivers a Summer of Impact Across Campus

As faculty and students enjoyed a well-earned summer break, members of the Office of Information Technology’s Audio/Visual Solutions (AVS) team were hard at work preparing the campus for the start of a new academic year. Between April 23 and August 18, the team completed technology upgrades in 32 classrooms across 12 campus buildings, nearly tripling…


Artificial Intelligence with OIT: Innovation, Education, and Responsible Use

Artificial intelligence continues to evolve across higher education, and OIT remains committed to supporting the University of Alabama community as new tools, practices, and expectations emerge. Our focus is on helping students, faculty, and staff use AI responsibly, securely, and effectively in their academic and operational work. Campuswide Collaboration and the UA AI Hub UA’s…


Use this Student Tech Checklist as your guide for essential tech at UA

Are you starting your academic journey at The University of Alabama? To help you navigate your tech needs, UA OIT has compiled a comprehensive Student Tech Checklist. This guide is designed to ensure you have all the essential technology tools in place before you step into the classroom. Here’s a list of what you need and…