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Google Workspace (Formerly G-Suite) Storage Changes

Google has announced they are changing its service and pricing models for educational institutions. These new models end unlimited storage for all accounts. UC Irvine expects to transition to these new pricing and storage models between mid-2022 and early 2023. ...

2020 Technology Impact Report

2020 Technology Impact Report

The 2020 Technology Impact Report represents the work that the Office of Information Technology did on a number of critical projects across our teams, and highlights the best examples of how OIT worked together with our campus partners to support digital transformation at UCI during an unprecedented year.

“What the Tech” Series Shares Online Resources with Students

“What the Tech” Series Shares Online Resources with Students

From making the best use of Canvas, UCI’s learning management system, to accessing library resources, to choosing the right laptop, to employing Zoom best practices – understanding the technology needed for remote learning has never been more important for students – especially our newest Anteaters.

Tips & Tricks for Common Tech Troubles

Tips & Tricks for Common Tech Troubles

Technology troubles can disrupt the best-laid plans, but the good news is that there are simple steps you can try to solve or work around most issues – including application crashes, network interruptions, and online tool outages.

New UCI Directory

On June 15, from 3 pm to 5 pm, OIT will be deploying a new version of the UCI Directory. Changes include a new look and feel following campus branding guidelines, responsive design for a better mobile experience, and enhancements to search results

Facilitating Teaching and Learning in a COVID-19 Environment

Facilitating Teaching and Learning in a COVID-19 Environment

This article was updated with new information on August 25, 2020. Transitioning thousands of courses to a virtual format is no small task. Just like other institutions of higher education around the world, the faculty of UCI faced the enormous task with just a few...