Beginning November 1st, Zoom will require updates to their software to ensure it is no more than nine months behind the current version, at any given time. From that point on, users will be prompted to update their software when using the platform should their version fall behind this nine-month window.
To prepare for the new schedule and avoid service disruption, we recommend you update to the latest release prior to November 1st. Please see our How-To article on updating Zoom or reach out to the Service Desk for assistance.
The return to a campus under construction has introduced some challenges as we learn to adjust temporarily to a higher density environment. Technology has taken significant steps to ensure better wireless connectivity on both the main and residence campuses. 
With the beginning of the new academic year, cybercriminals are hard at work. Phishing attacks are up by 11% over last year and ransomware makes up 10% of data breaches in 2021, more than twice that of 20201. Luckily there are some healthy security practices that we all can take to reduce risk:
In July, Simmons transitioned to a new voicemail system providing easy configuration of Personal Announcements and Away messages through a new web interface. This system includes voicemail to email and also provides advanced features such as support for blocking callers and delegating voicemail accounts to multiple users.