Skills Week, beginning on Monday, 7th October 2024, is part of the University’s Be Connected programme. Throughout the week, various events will highlight numerous opportunities to enhance your academic, digital, and employability skills. Check out the events on the Uni App (BeConnected Events tile); come along to the daily popups in the Atrium; or browse […]
Expiry and deletion of Groups and Teams sites
It’s time for a clear out of our unused Microsoft 365 sites! We will soon be introducing expiry dates into Teams and SharePoint sites that have not been active for a year… Currently we have nearly 18,000 SharePoint and Teams sites, many of which were created as test sites by students and staff and have […]
UoS Guest Wi-Fi – Residences switch off
UoS Guest Wi-Fi is a public Wi-Fi service provided by an external company (BT) to many of our campus buildings. This is in place for visitors to the University and is intended for short term internet connection. During the summer months, when the University Residences are in use for holiday guests, we expand the Guest […]
Boost your Cyber-Security: Join our drop-in sessions!
In today’s digital age, staying cyber-secure is more important than ever. That’s why we’re excited to announce our upcoming Cyber-Security Drop-In Sessions! Whether you’re a tech novice or a seasoned pro, our expert is here to help you safeguard your devices and personal information. What to Expect: Why Attend? When and Where: Don’t miss out […]
New Malware Risk Alert
The University of Stirling Cyber Security team are aware of a new technique being used by cyber criminals to disseminate malicious software to unsuspecting computer users. You may come across this through clicking a link in an email or simply through visiting websites. The technique involves a pop-up or webpage redirection which asks you to […]
Unlock the Power of Data with JISC Online Surveys Essentials Training
Wondering how to make the most of your JISC Online Surveys account? JISC Online Surveys Essentials training is here to help! This introductory session offers a comprehensive guide to mastering the basics of building, distributing, and analysing surveys using the powerful JISC Online Surveys platform. What is JISC Online Surveys Essentials? The JISC Online Surveys […]
Updated Targeted Student Phishing Scams
We are aware of ongoing phishing scams and fraudulent schemes targeting students across the UK. Scammers are sending emails and making calls posing as University staff, financial institutions, or other trusted sources including SAAS, attempting to extract personal information or persuade students to make payments. Understanding Phishing Phishing is a form of cyber-attack where criminals […]
Lost on Campus? Let Wayfinder show you the way… and maybe a few shortcuts!
Are you new to Stirling and need help finding your way around the campus? Or are you just permanently struggling to understand the oddities of the Cottrell building layout? Worry no more – all staff and students can now access our new Campus Wayfinding service. Wayfinder (powered by Mazemap) is more than a map – […]
eduroam – University Wi-Fi
Are you staying in University accommodation or studying in University buildings? #DidYouKnow that the W-Fi network that you should be connecting to is eduroam and not UoS Guest Wi-fi. eduroam is a free Wi-Fi service provided to you by the University. The benefits of using eduroam are; If you need instructions on how to connect […]
Goodbye Historical Texts, Hello EEBO and ECCO
At the end of July, JISC ended its support for the Historical Texts database. I am happy to report that we continue to have access to much of the content of Historical Texts in two new subscriptions: Early English Books Online (EEBO) Provided by Proquest, EEBO includes digital facsimile page images of virtually every work […]