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October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time dedicated to promoting the habits and practices that helps everyone stay safer online. Throughout the month, MSU IT will share its Pause. Verify. Protect. campaign, offering practical guidance on topics such as phishing, strong passphrases, data privacy, and timely software updates. 

In addition to MSU IT’s awareness efforts, Spartans are invited to participate in a series of virtual educational sessions hosted by the Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA). Read Full Article →

Prepare your courses for success with these workshops covering D2L Brightspace course setup, gradebook management, and accessibility best practices. Select accessibility sessions are co-hosted by the Eli Broad College of Business, MSU College of Education, and MSU IT Services Educational Technology.

Find and register for all learning sessions on the Educational and Research Technology events calendar. Read Full Article →

Michigan State University Information Technology (MSU IT) welcomed Shyam Gedela as executive director for Enterprise Services, effective Monday, September 28, 2026. In this role, Shyam will lead the teams responsible for enterprise platforms, administrative information systems, and data and reporting services that support the university’s academic, research, and business operations.

Shyam has served as interim director for Enterprise Services since August 2025, providing leadership for the platforms, data and reporting systems, administrative information systems, and vendor-supported technologies that form the foundation of MSU’s enterprise systems environment. Read Full Article →

This summer, two MSU IT staff members helped Michigan State University’s Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Program give students a behind-the-scenes look at how video games are created. GATE, a department within the Office of University Outreach and Engagement, provides accelerated hands-on summer learning experiences tailored for advanced and gifted students in elementary, middle, and high school. Read Full Article →

Prepare your courses for success with MSU IT virtual workshops on Gradescope, a grading and feedback platform, and D2L Brightspace, MSU’s learning management system.

Sessions will cover practical ways to streamline grading, provide consistent feedback, and organize accessible course content so students can find materials, understand expectations, track progress, and stay engaged. Read Full Article →

Co-sponsored by the Broad College of Business, the College of Education, and MSU IT, this virtual workshop series offers practical strategies and guidance to help you build more accessible courses so all students can succeed.

Sessions are held Fridays from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. and include expert guidance, hands-on learning, and time for questions. Read Full Article →

As you prepare for the semester, a few simple steps can help you ensure a smooth experience for you and your students on the first day of class.

• Preview your classroom – use 25Live to virtually tour most of your classrooms, review available technology, and confirm the space meets your teaching needs.

Whether you’re new to MSU, in your final year, or somewhere in between, MSU Information Technology (MSU IT) is here to help with technology resources and support for all Spartans.

MSU IT Service Desk
The MSU IT Service Desk is here to help with your tech needs and questions. For resources and self-help, visit the IT Help portal at ithelp.msu.edu Read Full Article →

Whether you’re just getting started at MSU, heading into your final year, or somewhere in between, MSU IT is here to support your success. Explore technology resources, services, and support available to all Spartans.

MSU IT Service Desk

The MSU IT Service Desk is here to help with your tech needs and questions. Read Full Article →

MSU IT’s Educational Technology Department is excited to announce that applications are now open for the AT&T Excellence in Teaching with Technology Awards. These annual awards celebrate the innovative uses of instructional technology to enhance student success in any courses at MSU and honor the dedicated educators behind these achievements. Read Full Article →