Information Technology News

Category: General IT News

  • A Full Summer of Updates: New Infrastructure on Campus
    September 15, 2025 by

    IT has worked diligently this summer to update network infrastructure across campus. With these updates, IT hopes for a more efficient digital experience for all Cardinals. These modern solutions and updates will ensure a more efficient experience for years to come.   Core/Wired Network Infrastructure  IT has worked to replace six inefficient routers handling core infrastructure […]

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  • A New Chance to Network: IT Talks!
    September 8, 2025 by

    IT is bringing employees the chance to connect with coworkers, network within the department, and receive in-person updates via IT Talks.   IT Talks is a new, quarterly event that everyone in the office is invited to. At each meeting there will be light snacks, refreshments, updates from IT leadership, and, of course, lots of “talks.”   […]

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  • Jerry Pierce Wins Regional Emmy Award
    August 18, 2025 by

    Starting last year, before the start of the fall 2024 semester, Ball State’s CCIM decided to take on a large project to enhance and renovate studio spaces located in the Ball Communication building. The goal was to ensure these spaces meet industry standards so we can create studios that improve the project creation that occurs […]

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  • Introducing Adobe Express
    August 8, 2025 by

    This year, IT is introducing a new software for every Cardinal on campus: Adobe Express.   Adobe Express is a cloud-based, all-in-one design, photo, and video editing tool that allows users to create digital content, including social media graphics, videos, presentations, and more. Key features of Adobe Express include:  Templates: Access to templates for different content […]

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  • IT Completes Another Successful Year of Orientation
    July 30, 2025 by

    Things are always changing at Ball State, but one thing is certain: summer is for orientation. IT took on orientation again this year to showcase technological and digital resources on campus that incoming students need to know.  Assistant Director of Unified Technology Support Marchal Hudson, Technology Store Assistant Manager Grace McKee, and Digital Corps Specialist […]

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  • IT’s Fight Against Malicious Emails
    July 21, 2025 by

    Ball State has seen a dramatic increase in email phishing scams. In fact, over a 30-day period, around 30,000 emails were sent trying to deliver malware, harvest user credentials, or scam the university. At the end of the day, nearly 75% of all emails sent to Ball State users are unwanted junk or even malicious. […]

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  • Digital Corps Development Team takes on Google Next
    June 10, 2025 by

    In April, Digital Corps Development Team Lead Hunter Wallace and Developer Drew Heiss attended Google Next, Google Cloud’s annual flagship conference. Google Next is a premier showcase of the company’s latest cloud technologies, product updates, and innovations. Designed for developers, IT professionals, and business leaders, the event features keynotes, technical sessions, demos, and major announcements—especially […]

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  • Clarifying the Software Accessibility Review Process at Ball State
    April 24, 2025 by

    In today’s digital landscape, accessibility is critical for ensuring that technology is usable by all individuals. At Ball State, the Department of Information Technology has taken significant steps to clarify and document the Software Accessibility Review Process. This initiative aims to support faculty, and staff in selecting and maintaining accessible digital tools that align with […]

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  • Innovation Fest Brings Campus and Community Together
    April 15, 2025 by

    The Ball State Entrepreneurship Center and Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute (ELI) hosted the first-ever Innovation Fest on Thursday, April 3, 2025, from 4–7 p.m. in the L.A. Pittenger Student Center Ballroom. Designed to highlight innovation across campus and the Muncie community, the event drew students, staff, and locals together in a celebration of creativity, and collaboration!  […]

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