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Welcome to Behind the Screens: IT@ND, the University of Notre Dame podcast where hosts Scott Russell (IT Director for the College of Arts & Letters) and Krista Moats (Manager, IT Communications and Marketing: Office of Information Technology) give you a behind-the-scenes look at what IT consultancy is all about. Whether you're deep in the IT world or just curious about how technology powers a university, this podcast is for you.
Each episode gives insight into Information Technology at Notre Dame — with focus on how IT consultants support the University, breaking down the challenges they face and the innovative solutions they create. From interviews with experts driving key campus projects to practical tips for making the most of your tech, this podcast explains how IT teams work behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly across campus.
Behind the Screens: IT@ND delivers insights and strategies to help you stay ahead. Tune in and discover how technology professionals shape and support the University’s tech operations.
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Recent Episodes
S2E13 The Half-Million Dollar Save: Strategic Sourcing in a Volatile Market
Most campus tech upgrades are about to get a lot more expensive—and that's not all. Jen Parker reveals how supply chain chaos, chip shortages, and market disruptions are causing steep price hikes for…
S2E12 Introducing Device Care ND
Most universities face the same question: how do we protect our data without turning our devices into Big Brother? Notre Dame’s new Device Care ND program offers a bold, holistic approach that…
S2E11 Advent Kisses, Christmas Skits, and Holiday Havoc: IT at ND Shares Its Traditions
This special holiday episode of Behind the Screens IT at ND features hosts Diana (IT support technician) and Scooter (Director of Information Technology for the College of Arts and Letters), along…
S2E10 Data Storage Stewardship and the Future of Cloud Collaboration
In this episode of "Behind the Screens IT at ND," hosts Diana and Scooter delve into the crucial strategic initiative of Data Storage Stewardship at the University of Notre Dame. They are joined by…
S2E9 One Password to Rule Them All: Essential Tips for Cyber Security Awareness at ND
In this episode of Behind the Screens, the hosts Scooter and Diana welcome guests Lauren Freda and Guadalupe Cisneros Ortega, who share their experiences in information security at the University of…
S2E8 From Analog Drawings to Digital Plotters: Supporting Architecture Tech
In this episode of Behind the Screens: IT at ND, host Scooter, Director of IT for the College of Arts and Letters, speaks with ArchIT team members Amelia Brubaker and Brock Burden about the unique…
S2E7 Student Affairs IT: Beth and Neil's Mission to Make Technology Work for Staff
In this episode of Behind the Screens: IT at ND, Diana and Scooter sit down with campus tech superheroes Beth Padgett and Neil Kovatch — the dynamic duo powering the tech behind Student Affairs at…
S2E6 The October 1st Deadline: Understanding the New Adobe Licensing Structure
🎙️ Behind the Screens is back—and this time, we’re getting creative with Adobe! Join hosts Scooter and Diana as they chat with tech-savvy guests Steve Varela and Crystal DeJaegher from Notre Dame’s…
S2E5 One Big Team: The Collaborative Spirit of Back to School
SummaryIn this episode of Behind the Screens, the team takes you inside the hustle and excitement of Notre Dame’s back-to-school season. From tackling service desk challenges to celebrating big wins,…
S2E4 The Next Exciting Challenge: Notre Dame's Enterprise CRM Vision
This episode of "Behind the Screens IT@ND" features a conversation with Tracy Weber, Assistant VP of Enterprise Solutions and Delivery, and Jami Radcliffe, Enterprise CRM Administrator, both from the…
S2E3 Behind the Breakthroughs: The Essential Role of IT Consulting in Notre Dame's Science & Engineering
In this episode of Behind the Screens, the hosts Scott and Diana engage with Clay Berkley and Gwen Hagey-Shirk, senior IT solutions specialists at Notre Dame. They discuss their extensive experience…
S2E2 Behind the Alumni Network: Mark Schult's Role in Connecting Notre Dame's Community
In this episode of 'Behind the Screens,' we delve into the world of IT consultancy at Notre Dame with Mark Schult. Mark shares his journey from technician to consultant, highlighting the importance…
S2E1 Supporting Relationships & Data: Notre Dame's Development Office IT Team
"Behind the Screens IT at ND: Episode 16" features hosts Diana and Scooter, who welcome Rose Michalski, IT Support Services Associate Program Director, and Andrew Yocum, Associate Director of…
S1E15 Building Trust: The People-First Approach in IT with Jane Livingston
This podcast episode features an interview with Jane Livingston, Vice President and Chief Information Officer for the University of Notre Dame, discussing her leadership philosophy of "people first,…
S1E14 Passing the Mic: Diana Takes the Helm as Krista Embraces a New Passion
In this episode of Behind the Screens, the team welcomes Diana Garcia, a new IT support technician, who shares her journey from studying neuroscience to working in IT. The conversation explores her…
S1E13 Inside the Campus Workstation Program: Insights from Jennifer Parker
In this episode of Behind the Screens IT at ND, hosts Scooter and Krista welcome Jennifer Parker, a Senior CWP Specialist, to discuss the Campus Workstation Program (CWP) at the University of Notre…
S1E12 London Calling: IT at the ND Global Gateway
Behind the Screens: IT@ND welcomes Abdikhaaliq Osman, IT Solutions Coordinator for the University of Notre Dame London campus. Osman provides insights into his role supporting the London location,…
S1E11 Building IT Partnerships: A Conversation with LeeSonn Smith
In this episode of Behind the Screens: IT@ND, we sit down with LeeSonn Smith, an IT Solutions Consultant from OIT’s Enhanced Technology Partnerships (ETP) group. LeeSonn shares his inspiring…
S1E10 Securing ND: Lauren Ajamie on 1Password and Trusted Access
In this episode of Behind the Screens: IT at ND, hosts Krista and Scooter sit down with Lauren Ajamie, a Senior Identity and Access Management Solutions Analyst, to explore her unique career…
S1E9 Teamwork and Tech Solutions at the Keough School of Global Affairs
This episode of Behind the Screens IT at ND welcomes Sergio Cerda, IT solutions specialist team lead for the Keough School of Global Affairs. The conversation explores Sergio's journey into IT…
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Behind the Screens: IT@ND has published 28 episodes since September 2024, covering topics in Technology.
Behind the Screens: IT@ND is currently moderate with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 47m.
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