Announcements about software available in the CAEN Lab Software Environment (CLSE), as well as certain licenses available for personal computers at no cost.
DesignPLUS by Cidi Labs is a robust suite of tools aimed at elevating the course-building experience in Canvas. These tools help instructors in streamlining the creation of engaging, accessible and visually appealing course content.
One of the featured tools within DesignPLUS is the Sidebar, which provides an intuitive interface and enables instructors to craft Continue Reading »
PollEverywhere users will notice an update in the login process, which now features single sign-on (SSO) integration. Previously, PollEverywhere users accessed the tool via Google login. Beginning June 18, 2025, users should enter their umich email in the “Email or username” box and click “Next.” They will then see an option to “Log in with Continue Reading »
The College of Engineering is offering Grammarly licenses to faculty and full-time staff with appointments in the College to enhance writing across documents and digital communications. This college-managed license ensures all individuals are complying with university-approved data protection agreements, aligning with IT security policies.
If you would like access to Grammarly, contact your IT Manager Continue Reading »
The campus site license for Materials Studio will expire on May 31, 2025, and will not be renewed. As a result, members of the College of Engineering community will no longer have access to Materials Studio through the university’s site license after this date.
CAEN has compiled a collection of open-source and no-cost alternatives to Continue Reading »
In preparation for the 2025-26 school year, the CAEN Lab Software Environment (CLSE) will be undergoing many software upgrades.
The following is a list of popular applications (and their expected new versions) that will be updated for the start of the Fall 2025 term:
The MLane network service, initially established during the COVID pandemic to support U-M students in China, will be retired on April 8 at 12:00 a.m. CST (China Standard Time), or April 7 at 12:00 p.m. EDT (Eastern Daylight Time).
For questions about this service, contact the ITS Service Center.
Join the ITS Emerging Technology team on campus and check out Go Blue, the new AI mobile app crafted exclusively for the U-M community. Swing by our table to download the app, get your tech questions answered, and score some exclusive Go Blue swag!
We are excited to announce the launch of Grackle, an accessibility checker add-ons designed for use with your U-M Google account. Grackle can help you create accessible documents, spreadsheets, and presentations in Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
Grackle’s integration into Docs, Sheets, and Slides provides intuitive tools for spotting and resolving accessibility issues as Continue Reading »
CAEN’s deadline for course software requests for the fall 2025 term is May 15, 2025.
If you are an instructor who would like to request a new software title or version to be available for use on the CAEN Lab workstations for the fall 2025 term, please fill out the request form which is located Continue Reading »
Introducing Course Management, a powerful new feature designed with input from educators and administrators to streamline course administration and boost efficiency.
Here’s how to get the most out of these exciting new features: