Technology News and Service Notices for March 11

Crisis Preparedness and Response Notification App

Summary: Rave AppArmor has replaced Alertus for all emergency desktop alert notifications.

What does this Mean for me? During an emergency or preparedness drill, AppArmor displays a full-screen notification, on all IT-managed desktops and laptops, including context about the situation.

Once you have reviewed the message, click "Acknowledge and Close" to dismiss it.

If the computer is locked, you will still see and hear an alert, but you will need to unlock the device to acknowledge and dismiss the notification.

Pearson Platform Maintenance Tomorrow

Summary: Pearson will perform maintenance on their educational platforms from 10 p.m. on Friday, March 13, 2026, until 6 a.m. on Saturday morning. What does this mean for me? The following Pearson services will be unavailable in Canvas, online, and using the Pearson+ app, including:

• Mastering & Modified Mastering courses
• Revel courses

The following services will remain available:

• Learning Catalytics
• MathXL
• MyLab
• Pearson+
• StatCrunch
• XL MyLab

While these products remain available, Pearson warns that disruptions during the maintenance window are possible and suggests users avoid any critical assessment activity during this period. Content saved to the Pearson+ mobile app before maintenance begins will remain available.

Transition to CHRS Begins Next Tuesday

Summary: In preparation for the CSU Chancellor's Office transition to the Common Human Resources System (CHRS), all HR functions will be unavailable from Tuesday, March 17 at 3 p.m. until Wednesday, March 25, including:

• Absence Management
• Benefits Administration
• HR Reports
• HR Self Service
• Recruitment
• Time & Labor

Additionally, PeopleSoft and BroncoDirect will be completely unavailable next weekend, Saturday, March 21 from 10 p.m. through 8 p.m. Sunday, March 22.

CHRS is a human resources initiative within the California State University (CSU) system to streamline processes for employee recruitment, benefits, workforce administration, time and labor, and absence management. For more information visit the CHRS website and EODA/HR's CHRS Campus Communications page.

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Tickets Now Available for the AI Fair & Hackathon

The AI Fair & Hackathon returns to Cal Poly Pomona's Bronco Student Center on Thursday, April 16, 2026.

Join fellow CPP students for student club demonstrations, sessions led by industry professionals, and opportunities to connect with technology enthusiasts as we explore Designing Tomorrow with AI, for Everyone. The AI Fair & Hackathon at Cal Poly Pomona is a free, ticketed event open to all faculty, staff, students and the public.

Reserve Your AI Fair & Hackathon Ticket

Ready to build? Join CPP students from any discipline in the AI Adventure Hackathon and turn real-world challenges into solutions—Build, create, and innovate with AI.

Compete in the AI Hackathon

Duo Mobile Minimum Requirements

Summary: On February 2, 2026, Duo Mobile began enforcing new minimum operating system requirements for iOS, iPadOS, and Android. As a result, you may receive notifications prompting you to update the OS or Duo Mobile on your mobile device.

What Does This Mean for You?

To avoid interruption when signing in with Duo Mobile, make sure your smartphone or tablet is running the latest available version of the Duo Mobile app, this requirement affects all services that use Duo Mobile for multifactor authentication (MFA), not just CPP.

Check Your Duo Mobile Version

Open Duo Mobile → Tap menu ☰ → Security Checkup.

New Minimum Requirements

• Android 11 or later
• iOS 16 or later
• iPadOS 16 or later

If Your Current Device Does Not Meet These Requirements

Some older devices may not be able to update to meet these operating system requirements. In these cases, you can continue to use the Duo Mobile app for a one-time passcode.

If you need assistance updating Duo Mobile, or using alternate authentication methods, please contact the IT Service Desk.