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8 Ways Gen Z Uses Tech at Pitt

Gen Z is weaving a complex and dynamic tapestry of technology use that looks quite different than those who came before us. While older generations might see us as the “smartphone generation,” there’s so much more to our digital world than meets the eye. So, buckle up as we take you on a journey into the tech-savvy minds of Gen Z and what we wish you knew about our relationship with technology.

Blog From Abroad: Tips for Fun & Safety

Tech Ambassadors Jacob and Brandon are reporting in from Spain again, sharing the tech tips they've learned while studying, socializing, and exploring in Barcelona. This month, Brandon shares his tips for staying safe physically and digitally while living and visiting a new country. Meanwhile, Jacob shares something just as important — the apps you'll need to explore the culinary wonders of another country!

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From CyberCamp to Cybersecurity

When every click and keystroke can seemingly open the door to hackers, the role of cybersecurity is more critical than ever. At the forefront of this digital frontier is Pitt senior Kevin Fung, an information science major in the School of Computing and Information and a junior security analyst with Pitt Information Technology.

Tech Ambassadors Abroad – Tech Tips From Barcelona!

Pitt IT Tech Ambassadors Jacob Sosinsky (junior, political science/economics) and Brandon Bowman (junior, business information systems/finance) are taking their Panther Pride overseas. They are studying abroad in the vibrant city of Barcelona! They’ve been in Spain for a few weeks and are learning about the countless ways that college and tech use in Spain differs from back home, as well as the many ways they can use the technology to stay connected with their life in the Burgh.

Livestreaming the Peregrine Falcon Love Story on Cathy

The National Aviary's live stream of the Peregrine Falcons residing at the Cathedral of Learning on the University of Pittsburgh campus in Oakland is officially back for another nesting season. The 2024 season has two exciting additions: a new falcon pairing and a brand-new camera and microphone, with installation spearheaded by the University of Pittsburgh’s Information Technology department (Pitt IT), for the optimal viewing experience.

Avoiding Techno-Bias in Instruction: Striving Toward Technology for All

In an era dominated by technological advancements, universities play a crucial role in shaping future leaders. By incorporating technology into the curriculum, making resources available to students, and providing opportunities to hone their skills, students can graduate with the IT skills required in the professional landscape.

Survey Success with Qualtrics

Surveys are everywhere these days. It seems like nearly everyone wants to ask you something or tell you what others think. Whether you’re doing academic research that requires robust collection, analysis, and collaboration tools, or you just need to do an informal poll or create an event registration page, Pitt’s Online Survey System (Qualtrics) is the solution for you!

Degree Planner: Your GPS to Graduation

You think you know what you’re doing. You pick your major and select classes that seem interesting and meet your requirements. You’re already visualizing yourself in a cap and gown at the Pete. Then your advisor informs you that you’re missing a few required classes. Or you decide your major wasn’t right for you after all. Perhaps you realize you’re just a couple classes away from a minor. Or the graduate programs you’re applying to have required courses you didn’t take. Are you stuck in this lane, even if it’s not what you want or need?

5 Fun IT Resolutions for 2024

New Year’s Resolutions. Some people make life-changing goals that are really hard to achieve. Others reject the concept entirely as guilt-inducing hype. This year, I fall somewhere in the middle — I’m making a few tech-related resolutions that will actually be fun to keep.