Students, faculty and staff are invited to attend a Tech-up Open House Wednesday, August 29 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Drinko Library and Information Center Room 138 on the Huntington campus.
Brush up on your technology skills in navigating the library’s electronic resources and services and using Blackboard through MUOnLine. IT staff will be on-hand to provide an overview of myMU and assist with other computer or wireless questions.
Marshall University students, faculty and staff who require the Adobe Creative Cloud software as part of their academic program or job function now have new and expanded access to this software suite.
This licensing enhancement expands the use to not only select University-owned computers, but also allows installation on an additional device including a personally-owned computer. This new capability is called ‘named-user-licensing’ and will be accessible via single-sign-on with your MUNet account credentials.
The University is funding this initiative for specific academic programs and business units. Named-user licensing will allow students, faculty, and staff to install and run the complete Adobe Creative Cloud Suite on up to two computers that they use, including their own personal computer, but is limited to one active computer at a time.
Eligible students include those enrolled in a major under the College of Arts and Media (CAM) and other select courses. Students enrolled in an eligible course outside of CAM may receive access for the duration of the approved course’s term. Check my eligibility.
If a student needs access to Adobe Creative Cloud software for a specific course, please ask your instructor to complete the online request form to Request Access to Adobe Creative Cloud apps.
If your use is not course-related, then you may want to consider purchasing a personal license through Adobe Creative Cloud with an educational discount. Users with active license assignments (personal and enterprise) may use the Adobe Creative Cloud applications in one of our technology labs and designated classrooms across campus.
Students, Faculty and Staff who need access to Adobe Creative Cloud apps for their academic or administrative work should complete the online request form to create their license assignment.
Please visit the following website www.marshall.edu/it/adobefor further information, to check your eligibility, and to request access.
Still have questions or having issues with installing or updating your Creative Cloud license? Please contact the IT Service Desk via chat, phone 304-696-3200, email itservicedesk@marshall.edu, or in person.
“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things” – Henry Miller
Being able to protect, capture, and manage your vacation is very important. Lynda Campus provides you an easy way to do just that! Learn how to use technology to help keep you safe, get the most out of the mobile photography revolution, and boost your productivity by crafting a personalized approach to time management.
Marshall University Information Technology’s partnership with Lynda Campusprovides the opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to easily access in-depth training on these skills, as well as many others. Take advantage of this opportunity by checking out the related topics below:
To access Lynda.com training videos, please visit Lynda.marshall.edu and sign in using your MUNet Account username and password. Access is available both on and off-campus.
Benefits to using lynda.com include:
Unlimited access to courses on a wide variety of technologies and disciplines
Up-to-date content to keep skills current and learn new skills
New courses added each week
Tutorials taught by recognized industry experts
Access to instructors’ exercise files to follow along as you learn
Closed captioning and searchable, time-coded transcripts
Beginner to advanced courses
Option to watch complete courses or bite-size videos as you need them
Marshall University Information Technology provides access to Lynda Campus for ALL students, faculty and staff. This service provides the university, and the members of its community, with easy online access to in-depth training demos on a wide variety of topics underlining important technical and life skills.
Members of the Marshall community utilize technology on a day-to-day basis and Lynda Campus provides easy ways to improve technology skills including how to safeguard your computer, keep your digital data secure, properly managing your passwords, protect your online privacy, and to help you prevent viruses and security breaches across your devices. Learning, understanding and executing these technology skills will benefit and protect you and the university as a whole.
To access these videos and more, visit Lynda.marshall.edu and sign in using your MUNet Account username and password. Access is available both on and off-campus. Lynda.com is also available in the app store for smart devices.
Benefits to using lynda.com include:
Unlimited access to courses on a wide variety of technologies and disciplines Up-to-date content to keep skills current and learn new skills New courses added each week Tutorials taught by recognized industry experts Access to instructors’ exercise files to follow along as you learn Closed captioning and searchable, time-coded transcripts Beginner to advanced courses Option to watch complete courses or bite-size videos as you need them
What degrees do you hold?
B.B.A Emphasis on Business Information Systems – Marshall University
M.S Emphasis in Technology Management – Marshall University
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
ISC^2
How would you describe your role in 10 words or less?
I manage risk and raise awareness of information security around campus.
What is your favorite thing about working in IT or at MU?
The variety of people and professions. One day I may be talking to a faculty member who is an expert in science or arts, the next day I may be talking with a group of students, and after that work with campus administrators over in Old Main. I never go home thinking “Wow, my job is so boring.”
What is your favorite restaurant in the Huntington/Charleston area?
Whatever is new, especially with different types of international food. Most recently I’ve just visited Shangri-La Chinese restaurant, they are great!
What is your favorite vacation spot?
Someplace outdoors, but not too crowded. Recently visited the Pacific Northwest and enjoyed their old-growth forests. Standing in the middle of a grove of trees that have been around for 500-700 years…it can really change your perspective on what’s important.
What are you currently watching/Binging?
I believe our TV is stuck on the Home & Garden (HGTV) channel with the usual group of do-it-yourself and fixer-upper shows. Also enjoy a good sci-fi or psychology-thriller on Netflix.
What are some of your favorite pastime activities?
Planes, trains, and automobiles. I enjoy airshows and aircraft museums. I also have been building and flying model radio-controlled (R/C) aircraft. Growing up in Huntington I have always loved the railroad, but have a deep interest in learning more about the era of ‘big steam engines’ (1900-1950’s). Automobiles, well I love to hop in the car with my wife Mona and go to places where we can see…planes and trains.
What is your LinkedIn?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cutlerjon/
How can someone from our community reach you?
jon.cutler@marshall.edu
What degrees do you hold?
BS – Integrated Science & Technology with an emphasis in Digital Forensics obtained from Marshall University
How would you describe your role?
I assist the CISO in protecting the security of IT infrastructure, devices on the network, and sensitive university data. I maintain the client inventory and software deployment system, Symantec Endpoint Protection antivirus management server, and the MU Alert contact database. Also involved in patch management, license compliance, vulnerability testing, incident response, and more.
What is your favorite thing about working in IT or at MU?
Getting exposed to various new technologies and software, while applying my technical skills and ideas. I also enjoy the higher education atmosphere and getting to walk around the beautiful campus.
What is your favorite restaurant in the Huntington/Charleston are?
Jewel City – Best fish tacos in the world!
What is your favorite vacation spot?
The beach or a cabin our in the woods where I can hike or kayak. Anywhere warm and near moving water.
What are you currently watching/binging?
Classic movies from the 30s-50s.
What are some of your favorite pastime activities?
Sewing, classic movies, hiking, kayaking, outdoors, running, lifting weights, and working out.
Any additional interests you’d like to add?
I’m a volunteer seamstress for Sow for Love, a non-profit organization that provides recyclable feminine products, clothing, and hygiene kits to poverty-stricken families in Haiti. I also operate video cameras at my church and the information desk for the children’s ministry.
How can someone from our community reach you?
quarles@marshall.edu
What degrees do you hold?
BS – Digital Forensics Information Assurance obtained from Marshall University
How would you describe your role in 10 words or less?
Designing, coding, modifying content and layout of Marshall’s website.
What is your favorite thing about working in IT or at MU?
I love learning new things, meeting new people, getting new opportunities, and challenging myself.
What is your favorite restaurant in the Huntington/Charleston area?
The Peddler.
What is your favorite vacation spot?
Savannah, GA.
What are you currently watching/binging?
The Blacklist, This Is Us, Grey’s Anatomy, Chicago Fire, 9-1-1
What are some of your favorite pastime activities?
Traveling, hiking, volunteering, spending time with my dog, friends and family
Any additional interests you’d like to add?
I am the biggest dog lover you’ll ever meet. My friends would tell you I’m very outgoing and always looking to go on my next big adventure. I am a proud Big Sister for the Big Brother Big Sister program. I have been a certified lifeguard for 9 years, and a certified professional CPR/AED/First Aid instructor since August 2016.
How can someone from our community reach you?
cooper300@marshall.edu
What degrees do you hold?
BBA – Management Information Systems / Math Minor
MS – Industrial Employee Relations
All obtained from Marshall University.
How would you describe your role in 10 words or less?
I assist the university community with all things IT
What is your favorite thing about working in IT or at MU?
I like working at Marshall because I feel like I grew up here. I attended undergrad and graduate school here. After Grad school, I moved away and worked in other higher ed institutions but came back for this role in IT. I find Marshall provides a relaxed and productive atmosphere as well as a nice work/life balance. More specifically, I like working in the Information Technology Division because I feel like we all work as a cohesive team. Even though there are several teams that make up the whole, the whole team functions as one and is able to accomplish some amazing things!
What is your favorite restaurant in the Huntington/Charleston area?
I can’t pick just one! Some of my favorites are BackYard Pizza & Raw Bar, Black Sheep Burritos & Brews, Buddy’s BBQ, Shangri-La and Pho House.
What is your favorite vacation spot?
The Pacific Northwest, a deserted beach, a snowy mountain, or any vibrant city foreign or domestic.
What are you currently watching/Binging?
Everything on Netflix. I’ve almost reached the end.
What are some of your favorite pastime activities?
I love to travel, spend time with my dog, kayaking and being in nature.
How can someone from our community reach you?
jody.perry@marshall.edu
This week is a “Double Feature Friday!” MUIT is spotlighting two of our employees, Ryan Adkins and Dave Daniel, that recently took part in the Highlands Museum & Discovery Center’s fifth annual “Dancing With Our Stars,” philanthropic event. During this event, local “celebrities” are paired with professional dancers to compete against each other for the mirror ball trophy. This event was attended by more than 550 people, and was the largest financial gain the Museum had seen in the event’s history. This year has broken all previous fundraising records held over the last five years.
Ryan and his partner Mary (pictured above left) moved on from each round based on the number of $1 votes they received, which is set aside for charity. The competition brought about a wide variety of dance styles from country all the way to Bollywood. Events like this are just one of Ryan’s many interests. Dave and his partner Lauren (pictured above right) also had a great time participating. While Ryan was the professional in his duo, Dave was the celebrity. He is well-known in his hometown of Ashland, KY, where the event is held every year. To get to know more about Ryan and Dave, check out their bio features below.
Ryan Adkins, Classroom Support Technician (TECI)
What degrees do you hold?
B.A. & M.A. in History
Both from Marshall University
How would you describe your role in 10 words or less?
I provide technology support for TECI classrooms.
What is your favorite thing about working in IT or at MU?
When I can help show somebody how to use technology in a way they’ve never considered, or that makes their job easier. That’s a great feeling.
What is your favorite restaurant in the Huntington/Charleston area?
Too many to choose from, but right now fried tofu in the pad thai at Surin of Thailand is at the top of my list!
Favorite vacation spot?
The mountains or the beach, as long as there are no people nearby.
What are you currently watching/binging?
“Psych!” You know that’s right.
What are some of your favorite pastimes or hobbies?
Everything from sci-fi/fantasy books and video games to building my own light saber out of hardware store parts and circuit boards.
Plug in your LinkedIn!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rsadkins
How can someone from our community reach you?
adkins318@marshall.edu
Dave Daniel, ASAP Lead
What degrees do you hold?
Bachelors – Management Information Systems
Masters – Technology Management
How would you describe your role in 10 words or less?
Banner System Security Administrator, BDM/Workflow Administrator and Database Analyst.
What is your favorite thing about working in IT or at MU?
I love being on a campus and the way that it is constantly new and vibrant. Continually being engaged with new ideas and cultures in an incredible valuable thing to have at a workplace.
What is your favorite restaurant in the Huntington/Charleston area?
21 at The Fredrick.
Favorite vacation spot?
St. Augustine, FL. I got married there and my family has a place just south of there that we go visit a few times a year.
What are you currently watching/binging?
MindHunter, ridiculously interesting and good.
What are some of your favorite pastimes or hobbies?
My family is my #1 past time. I also co-own a Social Media Marketing & Consulting company, The Social Rip, and also Chair a Non-Profit, Build Ashland, in my hometown of Ashland, KY. I absolutely love doing both of these hobbies. It allows me to get to work with local government, other non-profits, local businesses, and meet some really good people. Plus, it brings help to so many in need, which is what it’s all about.
Plug in your LinkedIn!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/daved4/
How can someone from our community reach you?
davefdaniel@gmail.com
Welcome to the first installment of “Feature Fridays”. Where we sit down with employee of the Information Technology Department and learn about their favorite things about not only their positions, but Marshall University.
Crystal Stewart, IT Client Engagement Manager
What degrees do you hold?
BBA – Accounting
MS Adult Education
All obtained from Marshall University
How would you describe your role in 10 words or less?
Faculty and Staff Training, Services Marketing, Student Liaison, Social Media
What is your favorite thing about working in IT or at MU?
I love the Marshall family and working with students!
What is your favorite restaurant in the Huntington/Charleston area?
21 at the Frederick
Favorite vacation spot?
The beach.
What are you currently watching/binging?
Black Mirror on Netflix
What are some of your favorite pastime activities?
I love crafty creative stuff with planners, photography, sun worshiping, and volunteering for AKPsi.
Plug your LinkedIn!
https://www.linkedin.com/im/crystalleestewart
How can someone from our community reach you?
crystal.stewart@marshall.edu
