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Phishing remains the most common—and often the easiest—method attackers use to compromise organizations worldwide. UA Little Rock is an attractive target due to its large population of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and retirees. To protect our community, IT Services employs multiple technologies and automated systems designed to detect and block phishing and scam attempts. We … Recognizing Modern Phishing in the Age of AI

Dr. Veysel Erdag, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at UA Little Rock, was recently honored as one of the recipients of the prestigious Top Global CISO award. Recipients of the Top Global CISO Award are honored for excellence in cybersecurity leadership, including innovation, threat prevention, compliance, and risk reduction. Key qualities also include executive communication, … Dr. Veysel Erdag Honored with Top Global CISO Of The Year Award at CyberDefenseCon 2025 

Your phone is your lifeline so don’t let it become a liability. In today’s hyper-connected world, mobile security isn’t just a tech concern, it’s a daily necessity. Whether you’re downloading apps, hopping on public Wi-Fi, or managing sensitive accounts, every tap and swipe carries risk.  This guide breaks down essential tips to keep your device … Simple Ways to Stay Safe Online

Every October, UA Little Rock IT Services enthusiastically supports National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) by reaffirming the department’s dedication to empower the campus community with essential knowledge and habits for staying safe in the digital world. IT Services sponsored several NCSAM 2025 in-person presentations that were designed to increase cybersecurity awareness. These sessions emphasized the … IT Services Supports NCSAM – Summary of October Events

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is continuing its Campus Card Project, an initiative to unify and modernize campus card systems. The new system, powered by OnGuard by Lenel, introduces tap-enabled, contactless access readers across select buildings to enhance convenience and security. New ID cards are now available at the Donaghey Student Center Information … Campus ID Card Upgrade: Enhanced Technology for Easier Use!

IT Services joined the nationwide Open Science Grid Consortium (OSG) several years ago in support of the National Science & Engineering community. In joining the OSG, older legacy hardware that has been removed from production is used to contribute to the processing and storage capacity of the Open Science Pool (OSPool). Fair-share access is a … Open Science Grid (OSG) Research Efforts

The wait is over, Workday Student went officially live this Fall at UA Little Rock! This milestone marks the next significant step in our university’s digital transformation journey. It brings together student information and services in one modern, connected platform designed to help our campus thrive. With this launch, students, faculty, advisors, and staff now … Workday Student Is Live at UA Little Rock: Connecting Our Campus Like Never Before

Coordinating meeting times with colleagues at UA Little Rock can often take hours—or even weeks. Messages like ‘Let me know when everyone is available to meet’ tend to circulate endlessly, delaying progress. Here are some practical tips to make one of Google Calendar’s most useful features even easier to use. A helpful solution is the … Tech Tip: Using ‘Find a Time’ With Your UA Little Rock Google Calendar

Each October, UA Little Rock IT Services proudly champions National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM), reinforcing its commitment to educating our campus community about the critical importance of daily cybersecurity practices. Please join us in-person or online as Dr. Veysel Erdag, Chief Information Security Officer at UA Little Rock, provides an interactive session regarding the effect … The AI Double-Edged Sword: Protecting Our Campus in the Age of Intelligent Machines

Workday is now the system of record for Human Capital Management, Finance, and Student processes at UA Little Rock, a massive milestone in our multi-year effort to modernize and simplify the university’s core systems. Thank you to everyone who tested, trained, and adapted along the way. Your collaboration made this achievement possible!  Banner & Argos … Workday Is Now Fully Live – Banner Retired November 1, 2025