Operational Updates

December 2025

• Wi-Fi Update: ITS is simplifying George Mason University's Wi-Fi network this fall to help the community stay better connected across campus. MASON-SECURE will be permanently shut down on Friday, December 19, at the end of this semester. For details, see MASON-SECURE Retirement FAQs. To ensure uninterrupted connectivity, ITS encourages all campus Wi-Fi users to switch to eduroam as soon as possible. To get started, visit its.gmu.edu/eduroam.
• Telecom Update: To address concerns about unwanted SMS messages, including smishing, the Vonage SMS texting service will be disabled university-wide on Wednesday, December 17. After this date, reinstating SMS service will require a Pinnacle ticket from your telecom coordinator.
• Azure Update: In January, ITS will begin offering Azure Subscription Vending. This service enables university users to create and manage Azure subscriptions, virtual machines, and storage resources. If you have any questions or are interested in learning more before the service launches, please contact Casey Campbell at [email protected].
• Canvas Trainings: Learn more about Canvas and integrated tools like Honorlock, Turnitin, Poll Everywhere, Kaltura, and more by attending upcoming Canvas training events. Self-paced training and recordings are always available in Growing with Canvas.