News & Alerts

Microsoft Corporation has announced security updates for August that affect a broad range of Microsoft products. Microsoft Corporation typically announces security updates on the second Tuesday of each month. Pitt Information Technology recommends that users immediately identify and install the security updates necessary to remediate these vulnerabilities by using Microsoft's Windows Update feature on their computers as soon as possible within the following guidelines:

The scheduled maintenance has been completed.

The University of Pittsburgh and KeystoneREN announced they have recently entered into a new agreement for KeystoneREN to provide Pitt with 100 Gigabit Internet2 connectivity.

All recipients of the scam were notified shortly after receiving it.

The service provider has resolved the power issue. Full network service has been restored.

The scheduled maintenance has been completed.

The scheduled maintenance has been completed.

The scheduled maintenance has been completed.

The scheduled maintenance has been completed.

Are you struggling to keep track of your assignments, projects, or group work? Microsoft Planner, available to all University of Pittsburgh students, faculty, and staff as part of the Microsoft 365 plan, might be the solution you've been looking for. Keep reading to learn more!

Pitt IT and the vendor have successfully resolved the issue and restored access for all new accounts.

The scheduled maintenance has been completed.

The University of Pittsburgh manages a massive $1.2 billion in research and other externally sponsored activities annually, comprising nearly 40% of Pitt’s total operating revenues and sustaining impactful increases of ~$350 million per year since 2018.

Shawn Ellies, Mark Henderson and Robert Hill have been named as Class of 2024 Men of Excellence Award honorees by the New Pittsburgh Courier. This annual award celebrates African American men in the Pittsburgh region who “inspire others through their vision and leadership, exceptional achievements, and participation in community services."

As an instructor, you play a crucial role in shaping the academic experience of your students. One of the most powerful tools at your disposal is Canvas, the learning management system used at Pitt. A Canvas course can significantly enhance student engagement and learning outcomes when designed effectively. It can also help you to avoid the hassle of unnecessary questions and misunderstandings.

The scheduled maintenance has been completed.

The move or return to campus can feel overwhelming. But with a little planning, your move-in can be a lot easier. Use our IT Tasks timeline checklist to make sure you get connected.

PeopleSoft and PeopleSoft/HighPoint Campus Experience (CX) will be unavailable during scheduled maintenance to the Student Information System taking place overnight from Saturday, July 27 at 11 p.m. until Sunday, July 28 at 8 a.m. The maintenance will be performed by the vendor, Sierra-Cedar.

Scam recipients were notified shortly after receiving the scam.

Apogee is experiencing an issue that is affecting Residence Hall Wi-Fi (MyResNet) access in Darragh Street Apartments on the Pittsburgh campus. Students affected by the issue are having issues connecting or staying connected to the network named MyResNet-5G. As a workaround, students impacted by the issue can connect their devices to the network named MyResNet-2G, which does not appear to be affected by the issue.

All sites remain available. Pitt IT continues to closely monitor the service.

The issue was caused by faulty network fiber unrelated to the MyResNet Wi-Fi upgrade. The problem with the fiber has been resolved and monitoring confirms that service is performing as expected.

Whether you're a new student or returning for another year, having the right apps on your phone and computer can make your life at Pitt a lot easier. Here’s a rundown of the essential apps you should download now to hit the ground running.

Pitt IT and Apogee took steps on July 17 to address the issue affecting the performance of the MyResNet-5G network in Darragh Street Apartments. Initial testing onsite with residents indicated that the problem had been resolved. Monitoring during the subsequent 24 hours confirms that the problem has not resurfaced. We sincerely appreciate your patience as we worked to resolve this issue. Should you encounter further problems with MyResNet, please call the Technology Help Desk at +1-412-624-HELP (4357). We will gather details and work with you to resolve any outstanding issues as quickly as possible