IT projects range from support and ongoing maintenance, upgrading and replacement of systems, to integration of new tools, building sustainable infrastructure and projecting strategic future needs. All of this is accomplished by managing a dynamic project portfolio.
Top IT Initiatives
The Information Technology (IT) Department is focused on many critical and strategic initiatives. As a College partner, we champion Kenyon's mission by moving the technology landscape forward. We are focusing our efforts on these big-picture projects.
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5 Year PlanEnterprise Systems Modernization
Kenyon is in the middle of a multi-year process of modernizing business applications and surrounding environments. This year we upgraded the advancement system and next will replace the Banner system for finance, HR and students.
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Google Storage
Kenyon is mindful of the amount of storage we use and our data retention policies. We are working to redesign storage within our Google domain in response to restrictions, substantial costs and limitations placed on us by Google.
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80+Summer 2024 Classrooms Upgrades
The Classroom Technology Team updated workstations in 80+ classrooms to Windows 11 to stay current with software and security patches. Chalmers 330 is now a Zoom room to facilitate hybrid meetings and course engagement. Browse classroom technology guides for more information.
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IT Construction
South Campus B West will install electronic door locks, wireless access points, and life safety devices early in spring semester. Installation of AV equipment and security cameras are planned near the end of the spring.
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1300+Wireless Access Points
The IT networking team is working to replace older wireless access points across campus. The access points will be replaced building-by-building through summer 2025.
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IAM Policies
To protect data privacy, we are updating policies governing the creation, management and removal of computer accounts. These updates cover the lifecycle of accounts including creation, permission changes and removal.
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150+Project Requests
The IT Department has over 150 requests across our active list and project backlog. Do you have any questions? Please search our knowledge base at technology.kenyon.edu, submit a technology request or contact us.
Information Technology
Kenyon College
Gambier, OH 43022