Dean Keyser delivers keynote at 2024 CITx Conference

Dean Thomas Keyser of the College of Engineering at Illinois State University presents at this year's CITx

On Friday, February 23, campus information technology (IT) professionals gathered for the half-day Continuous Improvement in Technology (CIT) Conference, known as CITx. The keynote was presented by Dr. Thomas Keyser, the founding dean of Illinois State University’s College of Engineering.

Phishing for Love

Crushed and ripped red paper heart resting on a keyboard.

Valentine’s Day is a time for love, connection, and bonding with loved ones.

The internet has opened new avenues for connecting and meeting others for both romantic and platonic relationships. However, it has also allowed individuals who seek to exploit romantic or friendship hopefuls for their own gain. Romance scams in particular prey on the vulnerability and trust of unsuspecting individuals, which can lead to devastating financial and emotional consequences.

Prioritize your safety and well-being this Valentine’s Day by remaining cautious in online interactions.

Illinois State University upgrading to Wi-Fi 6E 

Photo of Julian Hall on Illinois State University’s campus

Illinois State University is in the process of upgrading to Wi-Fi 6E. The new wireless access point hardware is currently in a pilot stage in Julian Hall to give network engineers experience and to be able to troubleshoot any issues before rolling it out to the rest of campus. 

Advancement of AI focus of annual CIT conference

A view of the audience in the auditorium of the State Farm Hall of Business. About 25-30 people can be seen.

On Wednesday, August 2, campus information technology (IT) professionals gathered for the annual Continuous Improvement in Technology (CIT) Conference. Several sessions this year revolved around the advancement and use of artificial intelligence (AI), including the general session, “Generative AI: Exploring the Landscape,” given by David Bruce, executive partner with Gartner.