March marks a season of momentum and possibility as we continue to advance, innovate, and evolve together. Guided by a transformative mindset, this month reflects our shared commitment to growth, forward thinking, and meaningful impact. In this issue, you’ll find updates, opportunities, and resources that support progress, spark new ideas, and empower our community to…
Welcome to a new year and a new era of teaching at UA! This spring, everyone is using Blackboard Ultra—and we’re here to make the transition smooth and successful. In this issue, you’ll find resources to help you master Ultra: join our upcoming trainings and events, explore tips for creating dynamic courses, and connect with…
As the year comes to a close, we’re celebrating the season of learning and growth! December is the perfect time to reflect, recharge, and get ready for an exciting spring semester. To help you prepare, we’ve packed this issue w/hith opportunities to make your courses shine—join our upcoming CIT trainings and events, explore new tools,…
Spring 2026 courses are going Ultra—get ready for a smoother, smarter teaching experience! This November, CIT brings you hands-on sessions, expert office hours, and spotlight events to help you make the most of Ultra’s powerful tools. Whether you’re a Blackboard pro or just getting started, we’re here to support your teaching journey. Table of Contents…
Hello and happy fall from the CIT team! As the leaves begin to turn and the semester picks up speed, we’re excited to bring you this month’s newsletter filled with updates, resources, and opportunities to support your teaching. Whether you’re diving into new Ultra features, exploring accessibility tools, or joining us for a workshop, we’re here to help you…
As the semester gains momentum, CIT is here to support your teaching with technology. Whether you’re exploring Blackboard Ultra, planning a classroom visit, or stopping by one of our tabling events, we’re ready to help you create engaging, accessible learning experiences. Let’s make this fall a season of creativity, confidence, and connection. Office Hours Stop by anytime…
Welcome Back! Fall semester is here, and the CIT team is ready to help you hit the ground running. Whether you’re polishing your syllabus, organizing course materials, or planning your first week, we’re here to support your teaching goals and help things go smoothly. Let’s make this a great start to the year! Friendly Reminders Blackboard Course…
We, at CIT, are proud to be a part of the UA family. As we step into the heart of summer, we’re excited to share the latest updates, innovations, and stories with you. July is a season of reflection, growth, and preparation—and this month’s newsletter is filled with insights to inspire and inform. Whether you’re…
Welcome to the 2025 Summer Semester! The Center for Instructional Technology is here to support your teaching goals with tools, training, and updates to enhance your courses and assessments. Stay tuned for tips to make this summer smooth and productive. Friendly Reminders! Blackboard Course Retirement CIT is beginning our routine and annual process of cleaning…
Greetings from your Center for Instructional Technology! Summer is here and even though there is less traffic on campus, CIT is busier than ever helping you prepare for Summer and Fall classes! This month, we cover exam and grading tips, how you can move to Ultra – UA’s new LMS experience, our annual course clean-up, and more! Final…
