Training Insider:
March 2026 Edition

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Help Shape Our Fall 2026 IT Training Offerings

Over the past year, we have had the opportunity to offer a wide range of learning opportunities to support our staff. As we begin planning our Fall 2026 training schedule, we want to hear directly from you.
Spring Cleaning Drop-In Help for You – Accessibility: Let's Actually Use What We've Got

Hands-on time to bring your own course materials or digital content, sit down with one of our Academic Technology Services team members, and learn how to make something better and fully accessible.
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10 Excel Shortcuts to Save Time Every Day

Looking for quick ways to be more efficient in Excel? These 10 everyday shortcuts can help you move faster and get more done with less effort.
Staff Mailbag: Using STABLE for IT Support Requests

This installment of the Staff Mailbag will provide some guidance on how to make IT requests directly in STABLE.
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New AI ChatApp Adds Features to M3

Ever wanted to use a chatbot to help analyze research documents but felt uneasy about uploading sensitive data to a cloud service? Our Research Technology team has something worth knowing about.
New Resource for Departments Evaluating or Purchasing Software

SMU introduces a centralized software evaluation and purchasing resource that simplifies decisions with clear guidelines, security checks, procurement steps, and helpful links—saving time and reducing confusion for departments planning new tools or renewals.
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