Tech Tuesdays

This session will guide you through the steps to prepare for the upcoming transition from Box to Microsoft OneDrive. You’ll learn what to expect during the migration, how your files will be organized in OneDrive, and what actions you can take now to ensure a smooth move. We’ll cover tips for cleaning up your Box account, understanding the migration timeline, and getting comfortable with OneDrive’s interface. This is a great opportunity to get ahead of the change and have your questions answered before the transition begins.

In this one-hour session, you’ll learn the essentials of Microsoft OneDrive to help you begin using it effectively right away. We’ll cover how to access, organize, and share files, sync with your devices, and collaborate with others using OneDrive’s built-in tools.

Do you manage and track your department’s budget using the UM budgeting spreadsheet?  Join us for this informative session designed just for you! We’ll cover how to close out the old fiscal year and prepare for the new one. Be sure to bring your laptop and your budget for this hands-on review and Q&A. In-person participation only.

In this one-hour cybersecurity awareness session, employees will learn practical tips to protect themselves and the organization from common cyber threats. We’ll cover essential topics like creating strong passwords, recognizing phishing attempts, securing devices, and browsing the web safely. Employees will also gain an understanding of our internal security policies and the importance of reporting suspicious activity.

This session will guide you through the steps to prepare for the upcoming transition from Box to Microsoft OneDrive. You’ll learn what to expect during the migration, how your files will be organized in OneDrive, and what actions you can take now to ensure a smooth move. We’ll cover tips for cleaning up your Box account, understanding the migration timeline, and getting comfortable with OneDrive’s interface. This is a great opportunity to get ahead of the change and have your questions answered before the transition begins.

Learn the essentials of using DocuSign to simplify and streamline your document signing process. This session will cover tips and tricks on creating, sending, and managing electronic documents to help you get the most from your DocuSign account. Participants will gain hands-on experience with key features such as setting signing fields, managing recipients, and tracking document status. We will also introduce more advanced tools, such as templates, which allow you to save time with reusable documents, and PowerForms, which let users initiate signing processes on demand without direct sender involvement. Perfect for beginners and those looking to build a strong foundation, this course will help you use DocuSign more confidently and effectively.

This session will guide you through the steps to prepare for the upcoming transition from Box to Microsoft OneDrive. You’ll learn what to expect during the migration, how your files will be organized in OneDrive, and what actions you can take now to ensure a smooth move. We’ll cover tips for cleaning up your Box account, understanding the migration timeline, and getting comfortable with OneDrive’s interface. This is a great opportunity to get ahead of the change and have your questions answered before the transition begins.

In this one-hour session, you’ll learn the essentials of Microsoft OneDrive to help you begin using it effectively right away. We’ll cover how to access, organize, and share files, sync with your devices, and collaborate with others using OneDrive’s built-in tools.

In this one-hour session, you’ll learn the essentials of Microsoft OneDrive to help you begin using it effectively right away. We’ll cover how to access, organize, and share files, sync with your devices, and collaborate with others using OneDrive’s built-in tools.

In this beginner course we will utilize the free version of Canva, a graphic design tool. Kaley will show you how to navigate the platform, create new projects and understand the UM branding guidelines.  This will be hosted via Teams and in person.  Bring your laptop!

UM Print Purples.pdf

Canva TT Cheat Sheet.pdf

This session is for those who were unable to attend prior Tech Tuesday Teams sessions.  This course will combine the beginners’ essentials with intermediate features to help familiarize you with Teams.

If you’re brand new to Microsoft 365 this session is perfect for you. We’ll start with the basics, walk you through the login process and familiarize you with the interface. We’ll explore key features like the App Launcher, Home Button, and how to pin apps for quick access.

Next, we’ll dive into your account settings so you can personalize your experience by adjusting display preferences, setting your time zone, and managing your devices. You’ll also learn how to navigate between apps, organize and find your saved files, and understand how folders are automatically set up for app-specific content.

Finally, we’ll cover the collaboration tools that make working together easy—showing you how to share files, co-edit in real time, and use apps like Whiteboard and Visio to collaborate seamlessly.

Operational AI Guidelines – University of Montevallo

You’ve attended a few Teams meetings; you’ve interacted during teams meeting and you may have hosted a meeting or two. This session targets users with some experience with Teams. Microsoft Teams includes features like breakout rooms, waiting rooms, and meeting recording and sharing. Come learn how to use the tools and explore even more functionality to help you get the most out of Teams. This session will be conducted via Teams only.

Room 1-20250610_132230-Meeting Recording.mp4 – Break out room 1

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Green-20250610_131822-Meeting Recording.mp4 – Break out room Green

Tech Tuesdays – OneDrive Spring 2025 – Intermediate

If you have never used Teams before, this session is for you. This session will guide you through the essential features of Microsoft Teams. Come learn how to create, share, and launch meetings. No experience is necessary to enjoy this in person, hands on session. You will need to bring your device.

You’ve attended a few Teams meetings; you’ve interacted during teams meeting and you may have hosted a meeting or two. This session targets users with some experience with Teams. Microsoft Teams includes features like breakout rooms, waiting rooms, and meeting recording and sharing. Come learn how to use the tools and explore even more functionality to help you get the most out of Teams. This session will be conducted via Teams only.

If you have never used Teams before, this session is for you. This session will guide you through the essential features of Microsoft Teams. Come learn how to create, share, and launch meetings. No experience is necessary to enjoy this in person, hands on session. You will need to bring your device.

Are you an admin with access to Dynamic Forms? This session is for you! It’s a great opportunity to dive into form development using Dynamic Forms. You’ll explore table layouts, date pickers, choice lists, checkboxes, radio buttons, and more! The session will take place in a classroom, please bring your own machine.

Are you a faculty member in pursuance of a robust and easy to use research tool? Qualtrics can offer you an easy way to build online surveys, a secure way to collect responses, and key analytical tools that are built into the system itself.  Make plans to join the April 15th Tech Tuesday to learn how Qualtrics can aide you in your research!

Before the course, take a moment and login to your account – https://univmontevallo.qualtrics.com/login. Select ‘University of Montevallo Login’, follow the Duo Single Sign-on using your UM credentials. Lastly, click ‘No, I do not have a Qualtrics account.’ Your account will be automatically created. You’re in!

In this interactive session, we’ll also guide you through backing up your files to OneDrive and discuss the advantages of maintaining this practice regularly. Participants will dive into the platform’s key features and learn how to leverage its capabilities. The session will begin with an overview of OneDrive, followed by hands-on demonstrations on how to upload, organize, and manage files effectively. Attendees will explore file sharing and collaboration tools, including essential security practices, such as setting permissions and recovering previous file versions. This is a hands-on workshop, bring your laptop.  This session will be held in a classroom, not a computer lab.

In this interactive session, you’ll learn about the refresh process, its importance, and the benefits it offers. We’ll also guide you through backing up your files to OneDrive and discuss the advantages of maintaining this practice regularly. Participants will dive into the platform’s key features and learn how to leverage its capabilities. The session will begin with an overview of OneDrive, followed by hands-on demonstrations on how to upload, organize, and manage files effectively. Attendees will explore file sharing and collaboration tools, including essential security practices, such as setting permissions and recovering previous file versions. This is a hands-on workshop, so feel free to bring your laptop.

IS&T has recently revised and streamlined the workflow for Software and Hardware requests. Our primary goal was to enhance the review process, ensuring robust network security, safeguarding information privacy, complying with ADA standards, and meeting all relevant state and federal regulations. A major outcome of these updates is a simplified request process that delivers timely and accurate results. In this session, we will guide you through the updated Software and Hardware request processes, explaining the steps involved and the rationale behind each one.  This includes the preferred purchasing and procurements of software and hardware. This session will be a discussion rather than a hands-on workshop. You are welcome to bring your laptop if you wish to visit the IS&T website for links.

Equip yourself with the tools necessary to effectively manage, track, and report on your departmental budget.  This tool will automatically summarize expenditures, anticipated expenses, and remaining balances. Basic knowledge of Excel functionality will enhance your experience in this session.

Our upcoming training session combines comprehensive phishing awareness education with practical guidance on identifying and reporting suspicious emails. Participants will learn how to utilize the new ‘Barracuda Email Protection add-in’ via Microsoft Outlook to effectively report potential phishing threats.

Your intro to LinkedIn Learning begins here! Join us and discover where to find the UM LinkedIn Learning access link and how to log in from your personal LinkedIn account, how to search/browse the many, many offerings, and understand “pathways to learning” versus individual courses and the benefits of each for employee professional development.  Take advantage of both personal and institutional resource libraries.

Are you an admin with Dynamic Form access? This is the perfect opportunity to learn how to develop a form using Dynamic Forms. You will learn about table layouts, date picker, choice lists, check boxes, radio buttons and more! This session will be in a computer lab, you are welcome to bring your own device. We will build a simple form, review the results and analyze the data produced.

Your solution for surveys is here! This introductory session will teach you the power of Qualtrics. Qualtrics is a versatile tool for conducting surveys, suitable for various purposes such as academic research, data collection, polling, and measuring satisfaction. Bring your laptop to the session for a hands-on experience. This will allow you to follow along and practice creating surveys and exploring the features of Qualtrics.
Before the course, take a moment and login to your account – https://univmontevallo.qualtrics.com/login. Select ‘University of Montevallo Login’, follow the Duo Single Sign-on using your UM credentials. Lastly, click ‘No, I do not have a Qualtrics account.’ Your account will be automatically created. You’re in!

Are you responsible for managing and tracking a departmental budget? Would you like to improve how you manage your personal finances? Join us for a session where we’ll guide you through creating an Excel workbook budget tracking tool. This tool will automatically summarize expenditures, anticipated expenses, and remaining balances. Basic knowledge of Excel functionality will enhance your experience in this session. We’ll also review current UM accounting, purchasing and travel procedures as outlined by the respective departments. This is a hands-on session; you are welcome to bring your laptop.

Storing documents and files can be cumbersome. Join this Tech Tuesday session to understand how Box and One Drive work, learn what information can be stored using Box and One Drive and how to access your files throughout MS 365.

Are you a Dynamic Form’s Admin? This session is for you! This is the perfect opportunity to learn how to develop better templates and discuss workflows! You will learn about table layouts, date picker, choice lists, checkboxes, radio buttons, and more! This session will be in a computer lab, you are welcome to bring your own device.

Are you new Teams Meetings? This is the session is for you! This is your chance to join a Teams meeting and try all the cool tools and chat features.  We will cover breakout rooms, screen sharing, participants, The toolbar and more.  You’ll have opportunities to play with features like sharing emoji reactions, raising your hand, clapping, waving, asking questions, and responding to questions.  Other topics will include captioning, recording and tools available for the presenter.  You are encouraged to join the conversation and have a good time.  A link to this virtual meeting will be shared with all the registrants the day before the meeting.

This session will introduce you to Canva, an online graphic design tool, and the features and functionality it offers. Q&A is encouraged. This will be in a computer lab, but you are welcome to bring your own device.

Branding Guidelines Cheat Sheat

Do you manage a UM-affiliated social media account? Do you plan to open a UM-affiliated social media account? This session is for you! You will receive training and guidelines for managing and hosting a professional and insightful UM-affiliated social media account. If you were unable to attend the April 9th Tech Tuesday about Social Media guidelines, attached is the presentation. This is valuable information for anyone managing a UM Affiliated social media account.

Join your colleagues and learn more about the Microsoft 365 Bookings App and how it integrates into other Microsoft 365 Apps. If there is a specific feature or topic you’d like to cover, please be sure to tell us when you register for this session

Carmichael Library offers an abundance of tools for our Faculty and Staff. This session will be offered in person and virtually.

Find out where to find the UM access link and how to log in from your personal LinkedIn account, how to search/browse the many, many offerings, “pathways to learning” versus individual courses and the benefits of each for employee professional development documentation, and some companion AI notetaking tools for reference and retention of the material. The sessions is scheduled from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

In this session, we will dive into tables, charts, and pivot tables along with other tips/tricks commonly used in Excel. A basic understanding of Excel is necessary to fully enjoy this session. This session will be held in a computer lab, you are welcome to bring your own laptop. You may join the 1pm – 2pm or the 4pm – 5pm session.

In this beginner session, you will learn how to work with worksheets, cells, columns, and rows. You will be introduced to conditional formatting, charts, and pivot tables along with other tips/tricks commonly used in Excel.

In this session, you will explore the Apps within Microsoft 356 and how they can enhance and ease your productivity. In addition to basic knowledge of MS Office, you may discover tools that will help you manage your calendar (Calendar), your task list (To Do & Lists), file sharing (SharePoint), scheduling (Bookings), and powerful creative tools idea sharing and collaboration (Whiteboard & Loop).