2017

Phishing Alert | “fraudulent card charge”

Tags: Phishing Attempts

Employees recently received an email confronting them about an unknown credit card charge. The email directs the recipient to follow a hyperlink to view the sender’s bank statement and then respond to the email. Read More


Phishing Alert | “ASSISTANT PART TIME POSITION”

Tags: Phishing Attempts

Some students recently received an email claiming to be a job offer. The email gives some details about the position and asks the student to respond with some personal information if they are interested. Read More


New Web Interface for ThunderCloud Storage

Tags: ThunderCloud Services

On February 13, we are updating the web interface of ThunderCloud Storage, powered by Box. This updated interface provides tools for managing clutter and faster page loading. Read More


Managed Software Center Available for College-Owned Macs

Tags: Updates | Security

On February 13, we will deploy the Managed Software Center to all College-owned Macs. Mac users will now be able to install and update software from a trusted location without needing to contact a service technician. Read More


macOS 10.12 Sierra Now Available for College-Owned Macs

Tags: Updates

macOS 10.12 Sierra is now approved for use with College-owned Macs that are bound to the Wheaton domain. Read More


Phishing Alert | “Athletics Shaving Survey for Market Study”How to Spot a Phishing Attempt

Tags: Phishing Attempts

Some student athletes recently received an email claiming to be a shaving survey for student athletes. The email prompts the recipient to follow a hyperlink to complete the survey. Read More


Windows 10 Available for College-Owned Computers

Tags: Updates

We're beginning to transition College-owned Windows computers to Windows 10 to ensure application compatibility and system security. Read More


Cognos Analytics Launching January 27

Tags: Upgrades

On January 27, we are upgrading to Cognos Analytics, the newest version of IBM’s reporting tool. Read More


New Security Setting for Mobile Devices

Tags: Security

If you access your Wheaton College email from a personally-owned mobile device, you will be required to have a passcode, PIN, or Touch ID. Read More


Meet-Me Option Removal from Campus Phones

Tags: VOIP Phones

This update to VOIP phones will remove a defunct phone softkey that was previously used to initiate Meet-Me conference calls. Read More


Password Expiration Extension and Account Lock-Out Changes

Tags: Security

On January 30, the new password and account security settings announced in December 2016 will take effect for faculty and staff network accounts. Passwords will expire every year rather than every six months. Read More


Qualtrics Research Suite Now Available

Tags: Updates

On January 9, Qualtrics Research Suite will be available to faculty, staff, and students. This cloud-based suite provides survey and data analysis tools. Read More