Articles from March 2026
Season of the phish: The message that was waiting for you
Thursday, March 26, 2026
A document has been shared with you! You have a new message! A common phishing technique is to create fake notifications that look like legitimate alerts from a system, voicemail service, or collaboration tool. Learn how to spot these phishing messages before you click that new notification.
Everyday AI and privacy: three scenarios you might face at work
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Privacy questions around AI usually come up in the middle of everyday work. This article looks at three common situations and offers a way to think about tool choice, sensitive information, and when it makes sense to pause before using AI.
Spring into security: Protect what you carry
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Mobility is part of university life, but every time you log in from a hotel, airport, coffee shop, or home network, you extend the university’s digital footprint beyond campus borders. That flexibility is powerful, but it is also a target. Learn simple actions you can take to protect your digital security.
Building a lasting AI habit during busy weeks
Monday, March 2, 2026
People often abandon AI tools due to lack of routine, not usefulness. To form a habit, pick one weekly task, set a specific trigger, use a repeatable prompt, and regularly review the output for accuracy and relevance.
Using Microsoft 365 Copilot scheduled prompts for repeatable work
Monday, March 2, 2026
Recurring tasks like status updates and checklists can be tiring when repeated. Scheduled prompts allow Copilot to automate these on a set schedule, giving you a draft to start from. This article covers the best uses for scheduled prompts and points out key items to double-check each time, such as names, dates, numbers, and policy statements.
Campus spotlight: A new look at how people actually use AI
Monday, March 2, 2026
While AI conversations often focus on tools and features, it's just as important to examine how people use AI in daily life. This spotlight shares early findings from University of Iowa research led by Ken Brown on AI literacy and everyday usage.
Lower pricing now available for Microsoft 365 Copilot licenses
Monday, March 2, 2026
Starting March 2026, the Microsoft 365 Copilot elevated license will cost $276 per user annually, down from $420. The change is limited to pricing; licensing requirements and tool functionality remain the same. No action is required for current elevated license holders. Pricing updates are automatic.