Please be advised that, for this semester only, a temporary email has been set up for students to submit assignments and exams to Academic office. If you & your Instructor have NOT determined a means to submit your work, please email the address below with your work attached. In your email include your instructor's name, course number (ex: ENGL 110)
NOTE: The date and the time of the Gmail inbox will be the date and time of submission provided to your Instructor. Email assignments and final exams to nvit.academictemp@gmail.com
Please note that a temporary email has been set up to assist those that may wish to submit resumes or connect with our human resources. Email: nvithr.temp@gmail.com
Students and Faculty go to http://moodle.nvit.ca to sign in with your last used username and password. Computers for Student use are available in the Learning Commons at BOTH campuses. Tremendous efforts continue as technologies are restored and we encourage learners to check with IT staff on campus for direction as to which systems and networks are available. WIFI is available in the Merritt learning commons and service in Burnaby continues to be in progress.
At approximately 6am on Thursday, December 5, 2019, NVIT was hit by a cyberattack known as RYUK. This has resulted in a major interruption to NVIT's network, including phones, internet and email. NVIT’s IT team, as well as additional support from external partners, is working through the weekend to secure all on-campus work stations, restore the network and investigate the source of the attack.
As we learn details, we will update our staff, faculty and students via NVIT.CA and NVIT’s social media channels.
The RYUK virus appears to only impact computers with a Microsoft Windows Operating system.
NVIT's integrated information system (Student, HR, Finance) Colleague, has not been compromised. Although access to Moodle has been disabled, the Moodle system has not been compromised. Connectivity to Office.com continues to be enabled; however, we recommend you NOT access Office until our network is operational.
At this time, we recommend safeguarding your personal devices. Here are a few tips to do so:
1. When can I access myNVIT, including email?
We are working to restore access and will provide regular updates via NVIT.CA
2. Why was NVIT attacked?
The goal of the RYUK virus is to get businesses and governments to pay ransom to cyber criminals.
3. Has any of my information been compromised?
NVIT’s IT team is investigating the entry point of the virus and scanning our file servers. We will provide any important updates in this regard via NVIT.CA.
4. Will campus be open on Monday?
YES - Campuses and classes will be as usual.
5. How can I submit my final assignments?
If possible, we encourage you to connect directly with your instructor. If not possible, please contact NVIT via social media and we’ll assist.
6. I have an exam on Wednesday but all of my study material is on Moodle. How will I prepare for an exam?
BURNABY campus will have an all campus gathering for students and faculty to connect on Tuesday December 10 at noon in the common area.
MERRITT campus students and faculty are encouraged to connect in person at the Long Night of Procrastination on Tuesday Dec 10 starting at noon in the Learning Commons.
7. How will I know if I can use a computer on campus?
NVIT will be posting updates to NVIT.CA and NVIT social media platforms. Critical updates and information will be sent through the Emergency Notification System.
8. Were all of the workstations infected?
As a precautionary measure, all NVIT workstations will be scanned, wiped and restored as a precautionary measure.
9. Will the final exam schedule change as a result of the network outage?
No planned changes to the schedule.
Final Exam Schedule posted on Social Media
10. Will I have to register for my courses again?
No. NVIT’s student information system was not impacted.
11. Will payroll be delayed?
No. We do not expect any delays or interruptions to payroll.
12. Could my iPad be infected?
No. The virus only attacks Microsoft devices.
FINAL EXAMINATIONS
December 11 - 17, 2019
Please refer to schedule posted on Facebook