- Important Update on Automated Class Slack Channels
December 3, 2025 For the past several years, ITS has automatically created Slack channels for every class each semester and populated them with enrolled students and faculty. Beginning with the upcoming term, we will discontinue the automatic creation of class Slack channels. What to know Our review…Continue Reading Important Update on Automated Class Slack Channels - USC Dataverse Launches to Support Open Research and Data Sharing
USC researchers now have a powerful new platform for sharing, preserving, and citing their data. The USC Dataverse, built on the open-source Dataverse Project, is designed to increase the visibility and discoverability of research data while promoting transparency and reproducibility. Using Dataverse, USC faculty, students, and staff can…Continue Reading USC Dataverse Launches to Support Open Research and Data Sharing - Computational Cove Symposium Showcases the Future of Research Computing
Last month, the Southern California Research Computing Alliance (SoCal RCA) hosted its inaugural Computational Cove Symposium at Claremont McKenna College. The event brought together researchers, students, and IT professionals from across the region to explore how advanced computing and data workflows are transforming research and education. The day…Continue Reading Computational Cove Symposium Showcases the Future of Research Computing - Explore AI Tools and FAQs Available at USC
Information Technology Services (ITS) offers several enterprise-level artificial intelligence tools to help students, faculty, and staff work smarter and faster. Current options include Zoom AI Companion, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, and NotebookLM, all designed to enhance productivity, creativity, and collaboration across USC. ITS has also launched…Continue Reading Explore AI Tools and FAQs Available at USC - Webinar—Universities: The New Battlefield for Nation-States
Universities: The New Battlefield for Nation-States Tuesday, November 18, 2025 01:00 PM PSTPresented by IANS Faculty, Josh Danielson REGISTER NOW Universities have become prime targets for nation-state actors seeking to exploit the strategic value of academic research, talent pipelines, and institutional access. Active influence operations are already underway…Continue Reading Webinar—Universities: The New Battlefield for Nation-States - Keep Teaching Set to Retire Dec. 1
Content Moved to IT Services Website The Keep Teaching website was created by Information Technology Services (ITS) in the early months of the 2020 pandemic to provide quick access to training resources, articles, and updates to help faculty, students, and staff pivot to teaching, learning, and…Continue Reading Keep Teaching Set to Retire Dec. 1 - Webinar: Scams: How They Affect Seniors, Teens, and How to Protect Your Loved Ones
JOIN US for this informative WEBINAR! Scams: How They Affect Seniors, Teens, and How to Protect Your Loved Ones Thursday, October 23, 2025, 11 am – 12 pm Register Here Scams are no longer just annoying robocalls or suspicious emails. They have become sophisticated, targeted, and…Continue Reading Webinar: Scams: How They Affect Seniors, Teens, and How to Protect Your Loved Ones - Using AI for Research? Fact Check!
In the era of AI and digital information, fact-checking is essential. By fact-checking, you can ensure that the information is accurate and reliable. Remember these fact-checking tips: Visit TrojanSecure Artificial Intelligence page to learn more about AI….Continue Reading Using AI for Research? Fact Check! - Cyber and Higher Ed: What’s Happening in 2025 Webinar Wednesday
Don’t miss this week’s webinar, “Cyber and Higher Ed: What’s Happening in 2025,” for a look at the emerging threats and innovations transforming cybersecurity across universities. When: October 15, 1-2 PM. Students, Faculty, and Staff are all welcome! Register Here to Attend Former NSA hacker and current…Continue Reading Cyber and Higher Ed: What’s Happening in 2025 Webinar Wednesday - OCTOBER is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
USC’s Office of Cybersecurity encourages everyone to stay cyber smart and practice good digital hygiene. Throughout the month, we will share tips, resources, and webinars to help you and your loved ones stay cyber smart! To start, check out The Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) and…Continue Reading OCTOBER is Cybersecurity Awareness Month - New Zoom Feature: Zoom Clips Coming Oct. 2
Beginning at 5 p.m. PST on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025, ITS will enable the Zoom Clips feature.Zoom Clips allows faculty, staff, and students to create and share short segments from recorded Zoom sessions. This feature facilitates the easier sharing of key moments from lectures, meetings, or…Continue Reading New Zoom Feature: Zoom Clips Coming Oct. 2 - Security Alert: California Tax Refund Scam Text
Cybercriminals are sending fake California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) texts claiming you have a refund. The message includes a malicious link that looks official but is designed to steal your personal and financial information. How the scam works: Red flags to watch for: What to do:…Continue Reading Security Alert: California Tax Refund Scam Text - New Password Manager Risk Discovered
A recently demonstrated attack method can trick password manager browser extensions (including 1Password, Bitwarden, LastPass, and others) into revealing logins, credit card information, or 2FA codes. No real-world attacks reported yet—but millions of users could be at risk. To learn more, check out New Clickjacking Method Targets…Continue Reading New Password Manager Risk Discovered - Deepfakes & Deception: Understanding and Defending Against Digital Manipulation
In an era where seeing is no longer believing, deepfakes have emerged as a powerful tool for misinformation, fraud, and social engineering. This engaging session will explore the rapidly evolving world of deepfakes. This session will: Whether you work in IT, communications, administration, or education, this…Continue Reading Deepfakes & Deception: Understanding and Defending Against Digital Manipulation - Elevating the Student Experience: ITS and Provost Team Up to Modernize Support
A recent collaboration between USC’s Information Technology Services (ITS) and the Provost’s Office has successfully modernized student support services, improving communication and case management across key departments. The Enrollment Services Case Management Implementation project utilized Salesforce Case Management & Marketing Cloud to replace outdated systems, increasing…Continue Reading Elevating the Student Experience: ITS and Provost Team Up to Modernize Support