Message from the Director

Welcome and great news!

Some exciting changes have taken place at USF, one of which was the formation of a new division, the division of Academic and Information Support Services (AISS). This new division takes under its wings all those departments that deal with technology. They include the Library, the Center for Instructional Delivery (CID), Network Support Services (NSS), Information and Administrative Services (IAS), University Web Services (UWS) and Institutional Research (IR). It is with great sadness and excitement that I inform you that Dr. Jerry Kickul will no longer serve as Director of CID but rather as the assistant vice president of this new division. With Jerry's wealth of knowledge on technology and his ability to lead our division, the best interests of the university community will be served.

With the formation of this new division, I will serve as director of CID. I am very excited to take on the challenge of leading our department as we look to the future. One of CID's goals is to continually expand and improve our services, which you will begin to see over the next year. You may have already noticed that the USF Online page has been redesigned. We have added some links that will assist you in retrieving information on your academic program as well as the necessary resources needed to take your online courses. Please be sure to visit these areas, as important announcements are posted monthly. We have also incorporated a news and events area on the main page providing you with the most current up-to-date information regarding the online program. I can't stress enough the importance of taking a few moments to navigate around the website and familiarize yourself with the information that is available in assisting you with the completion of your education at USF.

These are just a couple of the changes, with more good ones to come. Remember, CID is just an e-mail or a phone call away. If there is anything that you need, please don't hesitate to contact our office; we will be happy to help. Enjoy your summer!

Jeanne Washburn