The CIT – Center for Information Technology is the IT center of University of Münster and responsible for all aspects of IT infrastructure, for communication and media technology as well as for media competence.
Artificial intelligence promises greater effectiveness and efficiency. Consequently, there is a great deal of discussion in the higher education context about its potential and theoretical applications. In the Hochschulforum Digitalisierung, CIT Change and Knowledge Manager Patrick Thiemig describes how to move from theoretical discussion to practical implementation.
Would you like to learn about JupyterHub.nrw and discover how it can be used in teaching and research? Then we cordially invite you to the JupyterHub.nrw Day on November 24, 2026, in Münster. Following a live demo, we’ll offer parallel sessions: one for beginners with no prior experience to try it out, and another for experienced users to discuss technical and pedagogical questions. Participation is free of charge. Register now
Due to a technical change, the "uni ms" and "eduroam" networks will now be configured using the eduroam Configuration Assistant Tool (CAT). Starting November 2, 2026, access to the university Wi-Fi will only be possible via the new configuration. Please update your devices (laptops, smartphones, tablets) now to ensure uninterrupted Wi-Fi use. Our updated instructions are available to help you with this.
CIT's software training courses are entering a new round with a range of online, Learnweb, classroom, and self-study courses. Students can register for the free courses starting Thursday, 10.09.2026, at 5 pm. The topics covered include office, graphics, and statistics programs, as well as AI and IT security.
From 29 July onwards, accessing the Exchange systems (via Outlook or OWA) from outside the university network will only be possible via VPN with two-factor authentication (OTP). Without these precautions, you can no longer access your inbox on the go or from home. Installing the “Cisco Secure Client” and setting up two-factor authentication in advance are strongly recommended. This mandatory measure is part of the University of Münster's implementation of North Rhine-Westphalia's cybersecurity agreement.
The Information Security Office is currently warning of phishing attacks carried out via the messaging apps WhatsApp and Signal. If you have forwarded security codes or scanned a QR code in a messaging app, you may be at risk.
Another warning concerns the Russian messaging service MAX. This service should not be used due to the potential for access by Russian security authorities.
Further information is available on the Information Security Office’s website