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February 2024

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.

September 2024

Thu 5
Content Community: Optimise your content course new (6 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.

Thu 26
UIS Learning and Development: Mentoring in Practice (Unit 3) new Finished 11:00 - 13:00 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

UIS facilitates a mentoring scheme exclusively for the University's IT community and UIS' internal staff.

Mentoring can be a handy tool in supporting colleagues to develop their professional lives and careers, in both roles as a mentor and mentee.

This is a welcome event (Unit 3) and part of the UIS' Mentoring learning journey, for all mentees and mentors enrolled in the 2024-25 programme. This interactive workshop is designed to give an overview and introduction to mentoring, practice some essential skills needed for mentors and mentees, mistakes to avoid, and become familiar with some simple models and tools to support the mentoring partnership and maximise its value and impact.

October 2024

Thu 10
UIS Learning and Development: Speed mentoring session #9 new Finished 11:00 - 12:00 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:

  • Chris Russell - Interim Director
  • Holly Cox – Sr. Product Manager
  • Gabby Ahmadi Assalemi – CISO (Technology Operations)& Interim COO for Security and Technology Operations
  • Kate Livingstone – Head of Digital Transformation
  • Simon Clarke – Head of Infrastructure Programme
  • Brent Stewart - Engineer Manager
Fri 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.

November 2024

Thu 14
Content Community: Introduction to user-centred design and usability new Finished 11:15 - 12:15 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

Join us on World Usability Day to find out about user-centred design and usability.

Usability contributes to good user experience. Both design and content help make webpages and online services more usable.

When people can use a page or service successfully, they need less help from support staff.

You’ll see examples from real Cambridge projects and be able to ask questions.

Wed 27
TechLink Community: AI @Cam & Collaboration with Oxford's AI & ML Competency Centre? new Finished 14:15 - 15:15 UIS Online Courses - instructor-led

Oxford AI and ML Competency Centre is developing a range of initiatives and supporting various AI-related projects across the University. Our Oxford colleagues would like to discuss potential collaboration with Cambridge colleagues, to share their work and better understand our interest in AI, explore how we are working with AI, and discuss our future plans - potentially working together. The Oxford Centre aims to focus on multiple fronts, including administration, research, and education. For our meeting and collaboration, we will concentrate on how AI can support administrative tasks and operational processes within the University, as there is significant demand in this area.

This initial 45-minute meeting will include a 15-minute presentation from Oxford, a 10-minute overview of Cambridge initiatives, and the remaining time for questions and open discussion. The goal is to identify common interests so that next year we can organize a larger, face-to-face meeting with other staff, to further develop our shared objectives.

Hope you will join us!