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UITS news for September 18, 2025

Using your digital CrimsonCard: 4 quick tips

Stay safe and secure on campus with your digital CrimsonCard. Your digital CrimsonCard makes it easier than ever to access campus resources like classes, meals, and the gym. It’s always just a tap away on your phone or watch, so you don’t need to carry your wallet. Get started with these 

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Keep your data safe: Report a phish

Phishing emails are becoming increasingly sophisticated, often appearing to come from trusted individuals or services. These messages aim to trick recipients into clicking on malicious links or sharing sensitive login credentials. Reporting these scams helps IU’s cybersecurity team identify new threats, warn others, and strengthen defenses across the university.

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Express yourself with Adobe Creative Cloud

IU offers no-cost access to Adobe Creative Cloud, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, and more. You can use this software to create, manage, and collaborate on digital media. Just log in with your @iu.edu email and IU passphrase to get started.

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Get help with Two-Step Login (Duo)

To securely use IU services, enroll a device with Duo for Two-Step Login. Supported devices include smartphones, tablets, USB security keys and MacBooks with Touch ID. You can manage settings, troubleshoot issues, and use Duo while traveling or offline.

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Earn credentials with an IT Training certificate

IT Training offers no-cost, self-paced online courses that help you build skills and earn digital credentials like certificates and badges. Choose from series in Excel, Access, Media Design, Web Creation, and more. Complete a final exam to earn a certificate of completion or a badge.

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Unleashing the power of AI

With a comprehensive suite of tools including Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, ChatGPT Edu, and Adobe Firefly, IU is equipping faculty, staff, and students to collaborate more creatively and work more efficiently. Learn how these technologies are being used at IU to enhance productivity and spark innovation.

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Apply to be an advanced cyberinfrastructure student fellow by Sept. 21

The Advanced Cyberinfrastructure Student Fellows Program equips students with the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to use advanced computational and visualization systems in their research projects. The program consists of two main components: Project Consulting and Networking. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive a $1,000 stipend.

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Class works to learn how AI can improve education

IU doctoral students are exploring how artificial intelligence can improve teaching and learning in a new course led by Professor Adam Maltese. From hands-on projects to real-world collaborations, this class helps future educators understand and apply AI in meaningful ways.

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Winter 2025, spring 2026 course material ordering open

Faculty and instructors at IU can now place orders for course materials for the upcoming winter 2025 and spring 2026 terms. Timely ordering — before student registration — helps students plan and budget effectively, reducing financial stress and supporting academic success.

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Digital Gardener AI/GenAI Series

This virtual series of webinars and IU-only workshops is designed to build AI literacy, boost creative confidence and spark critical conversations. Sessions run at 12:30 p.m. on select Mondays, featuring four webinars open to the public and two workshops for the IU community only. The next webinar will take place Sept. 22.

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Customized IT training

Departments, classes and collaborators can request a tailored online or in-person session covering tools like Microsoft 365, Adobe applications, generative AI and more.

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