Presenters: Josh Boggis & Josh Jones, ITS

Format: Workshop

This presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of how to effectively use OneDrive and SharePoint for improved collaboration and productivity, as well as detail the integrations between the two platforms. Attendees will learn how to seamlessly access and share files across devices with OneDrive, ensuring they can access their work anywhere, anytime.

We will dive into the use of SharePoint as a document storage library, essential for enhancing document management and team collaboration. Participants will learn how to organize, store, and share documents efficiently, ensuring that team members have easy access to necessary files anytime. We will cover best practices for setting up and managing SharePoint document libraries, including permissions, version control, and integration with OneDrive for offline access. The session will also demonstrate how to use SharePoint’s search capabilities to quickly locate documents and how to optimize your document library for maximum productivity. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with the skills to leverage OneDrive and SharePoint to their full potential in their daily work routines. Please make sure to bring your laptop and mobile device as this is an interaction session.

Device required: Yes

Presenters: Jessica Henderson & Jordan Gardiner, ITS

Format: Presentation

Learn Kuali Build essentials! This session is for individuals that would like to build applications in Kuali Build. New and existing builders are welcome! We will introduce Kuali Build and discuss best practices, permissions, and useful features, such as data lookups.

Device required: No

Pro tip: You are not required to attend the second session, but you will have the opportunity to gain more advanced skills.

Presenters: Brian Dunnigan & Musa Jatkowski, ITS

Format: Presentation

Website creation shouldn't be hard. In this session, we will provide an overview of how to build a site in Aurora, UConn's Web Content Management System. We'll cover how to get started by requesting an account and how to publish with our go-live process. Throughout the session, we’ll cover some tips and tricks that will help you build with ease.

Device required: Optional

Presenter: Megan Clark, ITS

Format: Presentation

Don’t just use Outlook; master it!

• Learn how to take advantage of built-in organizational tools like flags, categories, and Microsoft To-Do to keep yourself and your communications on track.
• One-on-one scheduling, big meetings, or reserving a meeting location – Outlook does it all! Outlook offers features that can help you plan and schedule your events of (almost) any size.
• Shared calendars help your teams schedule and coordinate meetings. Find out how you can add that calendar and other shared resources to your own Outlook for easier management.

Device required: Optional

Presenter: Alexis Lohrey, Office of the Provost

Format: Presentation

If you are a staff person who is involved with the faculty promotion, tenure, and reappointment (PTR), or promotion and reappointment (PR) processes, then this session is for you. We will cover the basics of UConn's reporting system, Interfolio.  We will also touch on the upcoming migration of data from HuskyDM to Interfolio's Faculty Activity Reporting module (FAR) and its impact on the PTR process and utilizing Interfolio’s PTR module.

Device required: No

Presenters: Laurie Neal & Jim Luther, ITS

Format: Presentation and Workshop Combo

Learn about common tactics used by cybercriminals and the resources available to you to defend against them. You will walk away with knowledge and tools to best manage and protect key aspects of your digital life. This session will be part lecture, part workshop. Laptops or mobile devices are highly recommended but not required.

Device required: Laptops or mobile devices are highly recommended but not required.

Presenters: Karen Skudlarek & Alex Pappas, ITS

Format: Presentation and Workshop Combo

Accessibility is crucial for ensuring that everyone can access and use digital content effectively. This workshop will empower participants to create more inclusive online experiences. We will demonstrate tools available to test websites and content for accessibility and how to correct common accessibility issues. Bring your laptop to test it on your websites and files.

Device required: Optional

Pro tip: It would be helpful if participants have access to either a website on Aurora (WordPress) or bring content they create for the websites (PDF, Word, etc.)

Presenters: Meera Nair & Dan Jakubiak, ITS

Format: Workshop

By now, you probably know that you can use Teams to chat and host online meetings, but… there is so much more you can do. Teams can be a central hub of collaboration for you. In this session, find out how to:

• Create a Team for a project
• Use advanced chat tools, like Polls and Loop and other chat tools.
• Take your meetings to the next level with breakout rooms, recordings, transcripts, and attendance

Device required: Optional

Pro tip: Attendees should have some experience using Teams.

Presenter: Mike Oatley, ITS

Format: Presentation and workshop

Workshop assistants: Jessica Henderson, Lou Begue & Jordan Gardiner

Improve your Kuali Build apps! ITS will build an app on the fly. Attendees can improve their Kuali Build form and workflow building skillsets.
Bring your questions!

Device required: Yes

Pro tip: If you plan to follow along during the demo, please be sure you have completed a Kuali Build Access Request Form by June 3rd.

Presenters: Nancy Patrylak, Alyssa Wojcik, Bryon Moore, & Martin Dzenis

Format: Presentation

The best way to avoid Concur turbulence is to know the basics! This presentation will cover an intro to Concur, our policies, and best practices. This session is perfect for those just entering the world of Concur, as well as those who want to brush up on the fundamentals.

Device required: No

Presenters: Alexa Biron & Julie Bartucca, University Communications

Format: Presentation

Numerous events happen every day at UConn — but how do you get people to come? University Communications staff will walk you through key ways to market your events, including how to use the new UConn Events Calendar as a launching pad for promotion. We'll share our favorite parts of the calendar system, including RSVPs and our new Aurora plugin to feed events onto your website. We'll provide an overview on requesting graphics and other materials via University Design Services, utilizing the Daily Digest, printing via DPC and external vendors, advertising, and more.

Device required: No

Presenter: Tristan Jones, ITS

Format: Demonstration

How does this work? Have you ever asked yourself this question in a university-supported classroom and conference room? I'll give you a demonstration of how to use the tech in the room, from the microphones to the camera.

Device required: No

Hosts: Nancy Patrylak, Alyssa Wojcik, Bryon Moore & Martin Dzenis

Format: Open Lab

Hit a bump in the road? Bring your laptop and your questions to the experts! This open lab will give you the chance to ask specific questions pertaining to Requests and Expense Reports. To make the best use of the time, please be sure that you have all receipts and documents needed on your laptop. Let us help you conquer Concur!

Device required: Yes

Pro tip: Open to users of all levels of experience.

Presenter: John Tindall, ITS

Format: Demonstration

Is your pile of sticky notes higher than Horsebarn Hill? Gather 'round for a whirlwind tour of Microsoft Teams Planner, the magical organizational tool that'll have you crossing project finish lines like a seasoned pro! In this short session, we will get you up to speed creating buckets, assigning labels, and setting deadlines.  Bring a sense of collaboration and visibility to your team with tasks neatly arranged and assigned!

Device required: No

Presenters: Josh Boggis & Josh Jones, ITS

Format: Workshop

This presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of how to effectively use OneDrive and SharePoint for improved collaboration and productivity, as well as detail the integrations between the two platforms. Attendees will learn how to seamlessly access and share files across devices with OneDrive, ensuring they can access their work anywhere, anytime.

We will dive into the use of SharePoint as a document storage library, essential for enhancing document management and team collaboration. Participants will learn how to organize, store, and share documents efficiently, ensuring that team members have easy access to necessary files anytime. We will cover best practices for setting up and managing SharePoint document libraries, including permissions, version control, and integration with OneDrive for offline access. The session will also demonstrate how to use SharePoint’s search capabilities to quickly locate documents and how to optimize your document library for maximum productivity. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with the skills to leverage OneDrive and SharePoint to their full potential in their daily work routines. Please make sure to bring your laptop and mobile device as this is an interaction session.

Device required: Yes

Presenters: Jessica Henderson & Jordan Gardiner, ITS

Format: Presentation

Learn Kuali Build essentials! This session is for individuals that would like to build applications in Kuali Build. New and existing builders are welcome! We will introduce Kuali Build and discuss best practices, permissions, and useful features, such as data lookups.

Device required: No

Pro tip: You are not required to attend the second session, but you will have the opportunity to gain more advanced skills.

Presenters: Brian Dunnigan & Musa Jatkowski, ITS

Format: Presentation

Website creation shouldn't be hard. In this session, we will provide an overview of how to build a site in Aurora, UConn's Web Content Management System. We'll cover how to get started by requesting an account and how to publish with our go-live process. Throughout the session, we’ll cover some tips and tricks that will help you build with ease.

Device required: Optional

Presenter: Megan Clark, ITS

Format: Presentation

Don’t just use Outlook; master it!

• Learn how to take advantage of built-in organizational tools like flags, categories, and Microsoft To-Do to keep yourself and your communications on track.
• One-on-one scheduling, big meetings, or reserving a meeting location – Outlook does it all! Outlook offers features that can help you plan and schedule your events of (almost) any size.
• Shared calendars help your teams schedule and coordinate meetings. Find out how you can add that calendar and other shared resources to your own Outlook for easier management.

Device required: Optional

Presenter: Alexis Lohrey, Office of the Provost

Format: Presentation

If you are a staff person who is involved with the faculty promotion, tenure, and reappointment (PTR), or promotion and reappointment (PR) processes, then this session is for you. We will cover the basics of UConn's reporting system, Interfolio.  We will also touch on the upcoming migration of data from HuskyDM to Interfolio's Faculty Activity Reporting module (FAR) and its impact on the PTR process and utilizing Interfolio’s PTR module.

Device required: No

Presenters: Laurie Neal & Jim Luther, ITS

Format: Presentation and Workshop Combo

Learn about common tactics used by cybercriminals and the resources available to you to defend against them. You will walk away with knowledge and tools to best manage and protect key aspects of your digital life. This session will be part lecture, part workshop. Laptops or mobile devices are highly recommended but not required.

Device required: Laptops or mobile devices are highly recommended but not required.

Presenters: Karen Skudlarek & Alex Pappas, ITS

Format: Presentation and Workshop Combo

Accessibility is crucial for ensuring that everyone can access and use digital content effectively. This workshop will empower participants to create more inclusive online experiences. We will demonstrate tools available to test websites and content for accessibility and how to correct common accessibility issues. Bring your laptop to test it on your websites and files.

Device required: Optional

Pro tip: It would be helpful if participants have access to either a website on Aurora (WordPress) or bring content they create for the websites (PDF, Word, etc.)

Presenters: Meera Nair & Dan Jakubiak, ITS

Format: Workshop

By now, you probably know that you can use Teams to chat and host online meetings, but… there is so much more you can do. Teams can be a central hub of collaboration for you. In this session, find out how to:

• Create a Team for a project
• Use advanced chat tools, like Polls and Loop and other chat tools.
• Take your meetings to the next level with breakout rooms, recordings, transcripts, and attendance

Device required: Optional

Pro tip: Attendees should have some experience using Teams.

Presenter:Mike Oatley, ITS

Format: Presentation and workshop

Workshop assistants: Jessica Henderson, Lou Begue & Jordan Gardiner

Improve your Kuali Build apps! ITS will build an app on the fly. Attendees can improve their Kuali Build form and workflow building skillsets.
Bring your questions!

Device required: Yes

Pro tip: If you plan to follow along during the demo, please be sure you have completed a Kuali Build Access Request Form by June 3rd.

Presenters: Nancy Patrylak, Alyssa Wojcik, Bryon Moore, and Martin Dzenis

Format: Presentation

The best way to avoid Concur turbulence is to know the basics! This presentation will cover an intro to Concur, our policies, and best practices. This session is perfect for those just entering the world of Concur, as well as those who want to brush up on the fundamentals.

Device required: No

Presenters: Alexa Biron & Julie Bartucca, University Communications

Format: Presentation

Numerous events happen every day at UConn — but how do you get people to come? University Communications staff will walk you through key ways to market your events, including how to use the new UConn Events Calendar as a launching pad for promotion. We'll share our favorite parts of the calendar system, including RSVPs and our new Aurora plugin to feed events onto your website. We'll provide an overview on requesting graphics and other materials via University Design Services, utilizing the Daily Digest, printing via DPC and external vendors, advertising, and more.

Device required: No