New and Changing

Learn about upgrades, maintenance schedules, new services, and more.

ThunderCloud Training Security Updates

Tags: Updates | ThunderCloud Services | Security

At 6 PM on October 11, we will update the security certificates for ThunderCloud Training, powered by Lynda.com. During this update, you will not be able to sign in to ThunderCloud Training. Read More


Test Printer Added to ThunderCloud Printing

Tags: ThunderCloud Services | Printing

On October 5, we will begin testing the possibility of adding College-owned Konica printers to ThunderCloud Printing. In order to begin testing, we will add a test printer to the ThunderCloud Printers list. Read More


New Paperless Account Forms

Tags: Updates

In September 2016, we switched to new paperless account forms. These forms are used for new employees requesting computer accounts and for supervisors requesting special access on behalf of their employees. Read More


Improving Communication: Internal Digital Notification Policy

Tags: Updates

Wheaton College is currently working to refine and improve internal digital notifications, which are currently mostly received through bulk email. Read More


MacOS Sierra

Tags: Updates

On September 20, Apple released macOS 10.12 Sierra through the App Store. While this update is exciting, we request that you wait to update any College-owned Macs until we can provide full functionality with our campus systems. Read More


VoIP Upgrade on September 24 and 25

Tags: Upgrades | VOIP Phones

On Saturday and Sunday, September 24 and 25, we will perform an upgrade of our VoIP phone system. Read More


Printer Update

Tags: Updates | Printing

On September 21 and 22, we will update the network printing on College-owned Windows computers. This is part of an ongoing effort to retire outdated services such as Novell iPrint, the software currently used for network printing. Read More


Upcoming Seminars: Topics in Learning and Teaching

Tags: Updates

Topics in Learning and Teaching (TiLT) is a faculty-focused monthly seminar series that will highlight best practices and resources to support learner-centric education. Read More


ThunderCloud Storage Group Shares Now Available

Tags: ThunderCloud Services

ThunderCloud Storage group shares, powered by Box, are now available. A group share is a collaborative shared folder that has all the features available in Box but belongs to a department or group rather than an individual. Read More


iOS Security Update

Tags: Security

On August 25, Apple released an important security update for iOS devices (iPhones and iPads). This update, iOS 9.3.5, repairs a critical security vulnerability. Read More


Anonymous FTP No Longer Available

Tags: Security

As part of ongoing security improvements, the College's anonymous FTP server was shut down on August 17. This server, previously located at ftp.wheaton.edu, was used to transfer files that were too large to send via email. Read More


Equipment Circulation Now Located in Blanchard 171

Tags: Maintenance

Equipment Circulation is now located in Blanchard 171. This new location is more central and will allow AIT to increase efficiency while continuing to serve the College community. Read More


New Student Checklist

Tags: Training | ThunderCloud Services | Printing | Network

Welcome to Wheaton! Academic and Institutional Technology is looking forward to getting to know you and is available to assist you with any technology-related questions you might have. Before you come to campus, there are some things you should know. Read More


ThunderCloud Training Recommended Videos for Employees

Tags: Training

Join the hundreds of students, faculty, and staff who use ThunderCloud Training to learn valuable skills with on-demand video courses. Read More


ThunderCloud Training Recommended Videos for Students

Tags: Training

This edition, we're recommending "Google Apps for Students." Use Google Apps to stay organized, be productive, and collaborate and communicate with other students. This course will teach you tips, tricks, and best practices. Read More