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October 2017

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Phone: (540) 831-5173
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Email: cio@radford.edu


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October is Cyber Security Awareness Month

Every October, we take a moment to focus on how we can secure ourselves from malicious actors. One way is to make yourself less of a target for identity theft. MORE>>>

RU Mobile has new features

The RU Mobile app now has two of the most sought-after features to allow you to save time and be more productive while on the go. MORE>>>

New resource for student job seekers: Handshakes

Over the summer, the Center for Career and Talent Development launched an exciting new platform for students and alumni seeking jobs and internships. This new system, Handshake, replaces Hire a Highlander and is used by more than 400 university career centers. MORE>>>

New options on MyRU

New options have been added to the MyRU portal main page to streamline navigation to important web locations. MORE>>>

Project Management Best Practice: S.M.A.R.T Goals

Defining SMART goals during the project-planning phase is an effective way to start projects and achieve better outcomes. MORE>>>

Technology training

Academic Technologies offers a number of workshops each month for faculty and staff. If you need training that is not included on this list or would like to request a one-on-one, group or custom technology workshop, contact Academic Technologies. MORE>>>

Meet the DoIT Staff: Jay Kabath, Project Leader and Senior Analyst

David LindseyThe DoIT staff serves the Radford University community by providing service and technical support to faculty, students and staff. Each month, we introduce the campus to a DoIT staff member who can facilitate the use of today's amazing technologies. This month, it is our pleasure to introduce project leader and senior analyst, Jay Kabath. MORE>>>