Information Technology

April 10, 2026

Phishing Alert: SharePoint Access Approval Requests

A new phishing campaign is abusing Microsoft SharePoint access approval requests. Interacting with these requests can result in credential theft, account compromise, or unauthorized access to CSU systems.

April 9, 2026

First names first: Display names are getting an upgrade in Microsoft 365

Beginning June 1, users across the CSU System will start seeing a simple but meaningful improvement across Outlook, Teams, and other Microsoft tools: Display names will appear as “Firstname Lastname” instead of “Lastname,Firstname”.

April 1, 2026

CSU to phase in new email sending limits to reduce phishing risk

Colorado State University will begin phasing in lower daily email sending limits for Microsoft 365 accounts over the coming months to help reduce phishing, spam and compromised‑account email campaigns that affect students, faculty and staff.

March 31, 2026

OpenClaw AI software poses security concerns

Students, faculty and staff are advised to not use a powerful artificial intelligence tool called OpenClaw on university devices or accounts, citing what it says are significant cybersecurity and data‑privacy risks.

March 30, 2026

Soft Launch for Software Acquisition Process Begins March 31

Colorado State University is beginning a soft launch of a new, streamlined software acquisition process designed to improve clarity, efficiency, and compliance across the CSU System. A system-wide launch is planned for July 1.

February 9, 2026

CSU phishing simulations: Year three underway

The Colorado State University System is entering its third year of ongoing phishing simulations. These simulations help protect the campuses and strengthen the collective ability to spot suspicious messages.

January 5, 2026

New HR and payroll system Workday launches

"From payroll and time tracking to performance management and more, Workday gives us one tool — instead of multiple systems — to manage all of your needs."