UQSchoolsNet Launched!
UQSchoolsNet, a service that establishes an online community of schools that can connect at high speed to each other and to UQ, was launched at the end of October by Ipswich Mayor Paul Pisasale. The launch was held at Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School, which was the pilot school, and is the first foundation member, of UQSchoolsNet.
Demonstrations of UQSchoolsNet’s capabilities, such as high-defninition videoconferencing, were features of the launch, which was attended by more than 100 guests from the Queensland education community. More...
Using UQ Shared Mail and Calendar
UQ Shared Mail and Calendar - UQ's email and calendar system for staff - recently reached the important milestone of being rolled out to over 20,000 accounts.
Organisational units are encouraged to use the system, as it improves communication and collaboration between staff and is a great way to book meetings. More...
Announcing UQconnect Email+ for Life
Soon, current and past UQ students will have an improved email service, as well as access to new online services. The service is called UQconnect Email+ for Life. More...
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Avoiding expensive data roaming charges
- There are a few ways you can avoid expensive data charges on your smartphone when you travel overseas.
- Organisational units can buy Apple's iPhone 3G for their staff from ITS.
iPhone 3G at ITS
ITS staff awarded
- Several ITS staff have recently been recognised for their efforts.
Using Wimba Create
- For staff using Blackboard, ITS has secured a three year licence deal for Wimba Create (formerly known as Course Genie).