Current Projects

Blackboard Ultra Transition

In support the college’s initiative to enhance the digital accessibility of course materials, SMCM is transitioning to Ultra course view in Blackboard Learn beginning with Winter 2026 Term.  Ultra Course View offers important accessibility tools as well as coaching for faculty and alternative formats for students. For more information, resources and training opportunities, please see the Ultra Transition page.

Cybersecurity

Multi-Factor Authentication – 2025

To enhance cybersecurity and safeguard College systems, the Office of Information
Technology (OIT) is implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for all faculty, staff,
and students. Starting December 1, 2025, MFA will be required to access College accounts.
This added layer of protection ensures that only you can access your information—even if
your password is compromised.

Cybersecurity Training

All students, faculty, and staff are required to complete cybersecurity training.  You will receive an individual notice with the training link and deadlines.

100 GB Infrastructure

100 GB pipe to support data analytics projects.

Telecommunications Upgrade

New Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone system have replaced analog telephones.
Phone usage tutorials and more information.

ERP Migration

Investing in the future of St. Mary’s College of Maryland and enhancing the overall student/staff/faculty experience, SMCM is replacing the antiquated Jenzabar system with software that embraces Cloud architecture. This Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) effort will improve productivity, increase efficiencies, streamline processes, and decrease the overall cost of doing business. The new ERP will be phased in over two years starting with HR and Finance operations and culminated with the Student go-live on October 8, 2024.