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November 2023

Thu 30
Content Community:Content team show and tell new Finished 13:00 - 14:00 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

During the summer the UIS content design team worked with the team in the Accessibility and Disability Resource Centre to refresh their website.

During this session find out how we reduced, reorganised and rewrote the website to create a new user experience.

We’ll tell you about the tricky aspects of the project, the successes and the things we’d do differently next time.

And of course we’ll answer your questions on how you can use these approaches too.

December 2023

Sat 2

As part of the UIS Wellbeing initiative, we are very pleased to invite Hisham Ziauddeen a Clinical Senior Research Associate in the Department of Psychiatry and the University’s Wellbeing and Disability Champion to deliver a talk on 'Optimising Brain Functioning'. He is a consultant psychiatrist working in early intervention in psychosis.

He will talk about how we model our minds and how we manage the cost of mental functioning. He will particularly discuss the impact of work and other stress and the phenomenon of burnout. These are complex problems that have got even more complex with COVID-19 and they don’t have simple solutions but there are some ways we can ease them.

The 4 March is University Mental Health Day which aims to bring together the university community to make mental health a university-wide priority and create ongoing year round change to the future of our mental health. Now more than ever it's important to get the nation talking about our mental health.

Both staff and students are welcome to join the live event.

Tue 5

Phoenix Software are University partners for Microsoft and also work with a portfolio of other vendors, including in the Security Data Protection fields. Phoenix will provide a brief overview of the areas and vendors they cover.

They also are partners for Microsoft and other providers of options for virtualising more of the IT environment, whether locally or in private and public cloud systems.

Among the areas of increasing significance is the flexibility of software-defined storage (SDS) and software-defined networking (SDN), both of which are key aspects of working with virtual machines and cloud-based systems - and an overview of these will be included.

  • 14:15 – Vendor/Solutions Overview
  • 14:30 – Storage/Connectivity Overview
  • 14:50 – Q&A
  • 15:00 – Close
Wed 6

A workshop exclusively for UIS colleagues who have been nominated to be buddies to support our new joiners.

January 2024

Mon 29
Content Community:writing content workshop new Finished 11:00 - 12:00 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

During this session, you'll practice the skills we use in our content design work that you can use when creating or editing your website.

We'll provide sample content for you to re-write, so you only need to attend. You'll have a go in small groups in break-out rooms. Each one will have a content designer on hand to help.

Spaces are limited, to ensure that everyone is able to participate in the small-group activity, so please book as soon as possible.

February 2024

Wed 7
  • A discussion-style session with a brief overview of how IT works in the University of Cambridge, what is expected of an IT professional working within a College, Department or other University Institution, and what resources are available for you.
  • Provided for any (relatively) new IT staff (or those who may have missed this).
  • The session will also introduce opportunities to network with other University IT professionals, and key contacts for supporting IT staff.
Tue 13
Informal coffee morning session: For Mentees new Finished 11:00 - 11:30 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

Join us for our monthly 30-minute coffee morning session! It's a safe space for mentees to clarify doubts, share best practices, resources, and receive ongoing support to enhance their mentoring relationships. Grab your coffee or tea, connect with fellow mentees, and let's grow together.

Thu 15
Informal coffee morning session: For Mentors new Finished 11:00 - 11:30 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

Join us for our monthly 30-minute coffee morning session! It's a safe space for mentors to clarify doubts, share best practices, and resources, and receive ongoing support to enhance their mentoring relationships. Grab your coffee or tea, connect with fellow mentors, and let's grow together.

Thu 29
Content Community: Accessible social media new Finished 10:30 - 11:30 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

During this session, find out about accessibility best practices for content on social media.

Content on all the University's channels needs to be accessible, whether it's on a website, social media or paper.

Our speaker this month, SJ Ng, is part of the team that manages the University's central social media accounts. She'll talk about best practices to follow so that your content is accessible to as wide an audience as possible. The formats covered will include images, videos and audio.

There will also be an opportunity to ask questions.

March 2024

Wed 6
  • An invitation to try out an AI LLM (Large Language Model) proof-of-concept search system
  • UIS worked with an AI company to apply Retrieval-Augmented Generation to the University web presence
  • A limited pilot (public UIS, UAS pages) has made interesting discoveries about University material
  • We aim to broaden the pilot to departmental and collegiate public web pages
  • We will be seeking volunteer institutions to permit access to their public sites
  • We will be opening the POC (proof-of-concept) to additional testing
Wed 13

In preparation for the launch of the refreshed UIS Staff Review and Development (SRD) process, a series of drop-in sessions have been scheduled to allow reviewers and reviewees to ask questions. The sessions are entirely optional and will be held both in-person and via MS Teams.

Please book onto your preferred session and join anytime to ask your question(s). We will make a note of all questions and answers and add these to our SRD guidance document.

In advance of attending, we encourage you to review the guidance and materials available on the UIS intranet.

Further sessions will be scheduled if there is a lot of interest from colleagues.

Please Note: It is important that when you book on this course, on your booking confirmation page, click on Add to Calendar to start the process to import the course appointment into your calendar. This contains the link to the MS Teams course meeting under Joining Instructions that you will use to join on the day of the course.

Fri 15
UIS Staff Review & Development (SRD): 2024 Launch (Drop-in session) (In Person Face To Face) new Finished 12:00 - 13:00 University Information Services, Roger Needham Building, Huntingdon Room

In preparation for the launch of the refreshed UIS Staff Review and Development (SRD) process, a series of drop-in sessions have been scheduled to allow reviewers and reviewees to ask questions. The sessions are entirely optional and will be held both in-person and via MS Teams.

Please book onto your preferred session and join anytime to ask your question(s). We will make a note of all questions and answers and add these to our SRD guidance document.

In advance of attending, we encourage you to review the guidance and materials available on the UIS intranet.

Further sessions will be scheduled if there is a lot of interest from colleagues.

  • This is the In Person Face to Face version of the | Live Online Microsoft Teams - Getting Started course.
Mon 18

In preparation for the launch of the refreshed UIS Staff Review and Development (SRD) process, a series of drop-in sessions have been scheduled to allow reviewers and reviewees to ask questions. The sessions are entirely optional and will be held both in-person and via MS Teams.

Please book onto your preferred session and join anytime to ask your question(s). We will make a note of all questions and answers and add these to our SRD guidance document.

In advance of attending, we encourage you to review the guidance and materials available on the UIS intranet.

Further sessions will be scheduled if there is a lot of interest from colleagues.

Please Note: It is important that when you book on this course, on your booking confirmation page, click on Add to Calendar to start the process to import the course appointment into your calendar. This contains the link to the MS Teams course meeting under Joining Instructions that you will use to join on the day of the course.

Thu 21
Content Community event: Optimise your content introduction new Finished 11:00 - 12:00 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

This session took place on 21 March. Attendees heard about our new training programme for Content Editors - Optimise your content.

This training programme will:

  • get your site ready to move to the new Drupal content management system
  • help you improve your web content
  • embed content standards and introduce consistency
  • reduce website maintenance for your team or department
  • provide a better user experience

By signing up for the programme, you’ll get access to:

  • 6 live, online sessions where we'll explain the tasks to do, give examples, and answer questions
  • personalised information and data for your website
  • templates and step-by-step instructions
  • support from content designers and peers
  • a dedicated Teams channel and drop-in sessions as you work through the tasks

Find out more and view the session recording on the Content Community SharePoint site.

UIS Staff Review & Development (SRD): 2024 Launch (Drop-in session) (In Person Face To Face) new Finished 13:00 - 14:00 University Information Services, Roger Needham Building, Huntingdon Room

In preparation for the launch of the refreshed UIS Staff Review and Development (SRD) process, a series of drop-in sessions have been scheduled to allow reviewers and reviewees to ask questions. The sessions are entirely optional and will be held both in-person and via MS Teams.

Please book onto your preferred session and join anytime to ask your question(s). We will make a note of all questions and answers and add these to our SRD guidance document.

In advance of attending, we encourage you to review the guidance and materials available on the UIS intranet.

Further sessions will be scheduled if there is a lot of interest from colleagues.

  • This is the In Person Face to Face version of the | Live Online Microsoft Teams - Getting Started course.
Tue 26
UIS Learning and Development: Speed mentoring session #8 new Finished 11:30 - 12:30 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

UIS is offering everyone the chance to join a virtual speed mentoring event. This dynamic learning and networking activity will provide the opportunity to speak to some of UIS’ senior leaders and managers from diverse disciplines.

UIS mentors involved with the event:

  • Ian Leslie - Director
  • Chris Russell – Chief Operating Officer
  • Gabby Ahmadi Assalemi – Deputy Chief Information Security Officer
  • David Marshall – User Research & Data Science Team Lead
  • Annie Horner – Sr. Delivery Manager
  • Simon Redhead - Systems Development manager

April 2024

Thu 18
Content Community: Optimise your content course new (1 of 6) Finished 11:00 - 12:00 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

Join the Optimise your content training programme for website editors and owners.

This training programme will:

  • get your site ready to move to the new Drupal content management system
  • help you improve your web content
  • embed content standards and introduce consistency
  • reduce website maintenance for your team or department
  • provide a better user experience

By signing up for the programme, you get access to:

  • 6 live, online sessions where we'll explain the tasks to do, give examples, and answer questions
  • personalised information and data for your website
  • templates and step-by-step instructions
  • support from content designers and peers
  • a dedicated Teams channel and drop-in sessions as you work through the tasks

Sign up

Sign up for this cohort has now closed. You can follow the course with recordings of sessions, which will be available on the Content Community SharePoint site.

If you would like to receive notification about the next time we run the course, email contentdesign@uis.cam.ac.uk.

Wed 24
Coaching approach for line managers new Finished 09:30 - 13:30 Online

This online workshop is tailored for line managers and aspiring managers, to empower them to unlock their full potential and enhance both individual and team performance. Through participation, you'll elevate team dynamics, nurture individual growth, and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability.

You will be introduced to the techniques of coaching and focus on the development of a range of skills that may be used to coach others effectively.

This course is highly interactive and will include the opportunity to practice your coaching skills in a safe space.

May 2024

Thu 16
Content Community: Optimise your content course new (2 of 6) Finished 11:00 - 12:00 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

Join the Optimise your content training programme for website editors and owners.

This training programme will:

  • get your site ready to move to the new Drupal content management system
  • help you improve your web content
  • embed content standards and introduce consistency
  • reduce website maintenance for your team or department
  • provide a better user experience

By signing up for the programme, you get access to:

  • 6 live, online sessions where we'll explain the tasks to do, give examples, and answer questions
  • personalised information and data for your website
  • templates and step-by-step instructions
  • support from content designers and peers
  • a dedicated Teams channel and drop-in sessions as you work through the tasks

Sign up

Sign up for this cohort has now closed. You can follow the course with recordings of sessions, which will be available on the Content Community SharePoint site.

If you would like to receive notification about the next time we run the course, email contentdesign@uis.cam.ac.uk.

June 2024

Thu 13
Content Community: Optimise your content course new (3 of 6) Finished 11:00 - 12:00 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

Join the Optimise your content training programme for website editors and owners.

This training programme will:

  • get your site ready to move to the new Drupal content management system
  • help you improve your web content
  • embed content standards and introduce consistency
  • reduce website maintenance for your team or department
  • provide a better user experience

By signing up for the programme, you get access to:

  • 6 live, online sessions where we'll explain the tasks to do, give examples, and answer questions
  • personalised information and data for your website
  • templates and step-by-step instructions
  • support from content designers and peers
  • a dedicated Teams channel and drop-in sessions as you work through the tasks

Sign up

Sign up for this cohort has now closed. You can follow the course with recordings of sessions, which will be available on the Content Community SharePoint site.

If you would like to receive notification about the next time we run the course, email contentdesign@uis.cam.ac.uk.

Tue 18
  • A discussion-style session with a brief overview of how IT works in the University of Cambridge, what is expected of an IT professional working within a College, Department or other University Institution, and what resources are available for you.
  • Provided for any (relatively) new IT staff (or those who may have missed this).
  • The session will also introduce opportunities to network with other University IT professionals, and key contacts for supporting IT staff.

July 2024

Tue 2
TechLink Community: VMware Updates - Modules, Options, Pricing - with Phoenix Software new Finished 14:15 - 15:00 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

Phoenix Software are University partners for VMware, as well as Microsoft and other systems and licensing.

Since Broadcom took over VMware, there have been many reports and experiences of changes to required modules, available options, and resulting pricing - with a renewed demand to find ways to update and optimise solutions and spend.

Phoenix will provide a brief overview of the new VMware landscape and licensing options, drawing on some local experiences, along with their VMware specialists.

Agenda (TBC)

  • 14:15 – VMware Changes - Overview
  • 14:30 – Options & Licensing - Updates
  • 14:50 – Q&A
  • 15:00 – Close
Tue 9

Getech are bringing their partners from Lenovo and Lego Education for a hybrid event:

  • Getech as Lego Education partners sharing some of their smart learning tech (e.g. IoT)
  • Lenovo showcasing some of their XR (AR/VR) & AI tech - e.g. ThinkReality smart glasses
  • this is a hybrid event - online for those who cannot attend - in-person with hands-on with the Lenovo & Lego tech
  • the venue is kindly provided by our colleagues in the Judge Business School

Agenda (draft)

  • 14:15 – Vendor/Solutions Overview
  • 14:30 – Lego Education tech
  • 15:00 – Q&A
  • 15:10 – Lenovo AI developments (practical, IoT, edge), with XR (AR/VR) tech for hands on use
  • 15:40 – Q&A
  • 16:00 – Hands-on with the tech

Hope you will join us!

Thu 11
Content Community: Optimise your content course new (4 of 6) Finished 11:00 - 12:00 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

Join the Optimise your content training programme for website editors and owners.

This training programme will:

  • get your site ready to move to the new Drupal content management system
  • help you improve your web content
  • embed content standards and introduce consistency
  • reduce website maintenance for your team or department
  • provide a better user experience

By signing up for the programme, you get access to:

  • 6 live, online sessions where we'll explain the tasks to do, give examples, and answer questions
  • personalised information and data for your website
  • templates and step-by-step instructions
  • support from content designers and peers
  • a dedicated Teams channel and drop-in sessions as you work through the tasks

Sign up

Sign up for this cohort has now closed. You can follow the course with recordings of sessions, which will be available on the Content Community SharePoint site.

If you would like to receive notification about the next time we run the course, email contentdesign@uis.cam.ac.uk.

August 2024

Thu 8
Content Community: Optimise your content course new (5 of 6) Finished 11:00 - 12:00 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

Join the Optimise your content training programme for website editors and owners.

This training programme will:

  • get your site ready to move to the new Drupal content management system
  • help you improve your web content
  • embed content standards and introduce consistency
  • reduce website maintenance for your team or department
  • provide a better user experience

By signing up for the programme, you get access to:

  • 6 live, online sessions where we'll explain the tasks to do, give examples, and answer questions
  • personalised information and data for your website
  • templates and step-by-step instructions
  • support from content designers and peers
  • a dedicated Teams channel and drop-in sessions as you work through the tasks

Sign up

Sign up for this cohort has now closed. You can follow the course with recordings of sessions, which will be available on the Content Community SharePoint site.

If you would like to receive notification about the next time we run the course, email contentdesign@uis.cam.ac.uk.