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UK, FCPS to celebrate Girls Who Game partnership

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 18, 2022) — Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) students who participate in Girls Who Game, will celebrate a recently launched program in partnership with the University of Kentucky this Saturday, Jan. 21. The STEM-focused, learner-driven program, Girls Who Game, was created by Dell Technologies, Intel and Microsoft to engage female students by providing opportunities to develop STEM and leadership skills while gaming. 

Carroll Recognized by ESRI as GIS Hero

Esri telecom GIS heroes inspire These heroes are leaders within the GIS community and true GIS champions. As proven problem solvers, they have gained deep respect from colleagues. Their genuine love of this technology inspires others to imagine how GIS can help them achieve their own ambitious goals. Join us in celebrating these industry leaders who are making a difference in the telecom community every day. Eric Carroll was recently recognized as one of these inspiring people.

Alum Erin Ashley Simon, UK announce 1st recipient of Esports Internship Fund

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 11, 2023) — The University of Kentucky and Erin Ashley Simon announced UK freshman Abbie Davidson as the first recipient of the Erin Ashley Simon Esports Internship Fund, a scholarship created by the namesake UK alumna and leading woman in esports. 

Adobe Releases Security Updates for Multiple Products

Adobe has released security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in Adobe software. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. CISA encourages users and administrators to review the following Adobe Security Bulletins and apply the necessary updates.

Microsoft Releases January 2023 Security Updates

Microsoft has released updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft software. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. CISA encourages users and administrators to review Microsoft’s January 2023 Security Update Guide and Deployment Information and apply the necessary updates.

ITS Recognizes Student Workers on Fall 2022 Dean's List

ITS would like to congratulate the following student employees for being on the Fall 2022 Dean's List: Jacob Miller Hannah Sexton Noah Brand Rocco Wrentmore Brian Robinson Erin Stratton Grant Grubbs Genesis Pena-Lozada ITS appreciates all the work you do while maintaining academic success.

Microsoft ESI announces new policies for exam no-shows and exam registrations

Two new ESI exam policies become effective on January 16, 2023. 

CTO Adam Recktenwald Quoted on Fox56

CTO Adam Recktenwald talked to Fox56 about technological trends for 2023. Read More on Fox56news.com.

Gen.G, UK team up for inaugural CatCon: 2-day regional esports and gaming conference

Global esports organization Gen.G and the University of Kentucky today announced the latest iteration of their partnership CatCon, a regional conference hosted at UK. The two-day festival will bring together students and administrators in the area, solidifying UK’s status as one of the premier esports universities and destinations in the region.

Social Security Shares How You Can Protect Yourself From Scams

Social Security Administration would like to remind everyone about the increase of social security scams during the holiday season. For more tips on how you can spot a scam, how to report it, and how to prevent them, visit www.ssa.gov/scam/