Our tenets
These are the founding principles that guide our work at ASU and beyond.
ASU Information Security and Digital Trust
To truly respect the user, we must respect their data.
As more of our learning, working and living takes place in the digital realm, what and who do you trust? ASU Information Security and Digital Trust (ISDT) is grounded in transparency, security, privacy and empowerment to foster relationships of trust: trust between our institutions, learners and staff; trust between learners and employers; trust between our institutions and the workforce.
ASU’s ISDT leads work and initiatives that uniquely influence our constituents’ experience of digital life. We aim to lead by example with our own commitment to digital trust by providing transparency and clarity around our practices that require trust.
Our tenets in action
These examples are concrete projects, initiatives and events developing and impacting a new vision of information security and digital trust at ASU.
Our leadership
Providing the vision and strategy to move forward our tenets in action and guide the development of new initiatives at Enterprise Technology and ASU:
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Lester GodseyChief Information Security Officer |
In the news
Dive into recent events, discussions and activities exploring the concepts of data privacy, cybersecurity and learner empowerment:
It’s that time of year when ASU Enterprise Technology pauses to reflect and highlight the shared accomplishments and impact for ASU students, faculty and staff. This year, with rapidly evolving AI tools and platforms, ASU Chief Information Officer…
At Arizona State University, learning is not only for students. Teams at ASU Enterprise Technology are continuously upskilling too, and the AI Essentials Training Program is one of the latest opportunities available.
Under the model of the New American University, Arizona State University works early and often with industry leading organizations to connect education experiences with modern workforce employability.The Zoom Innovation Lab (ZIL) embodies this on…
ASU Enterprise Technology Chief Information Security Officer Lester Godsey has been named one of the top 100 chief information security officers (CISOs) across the U.S. and Canada.
Arizona State University is constantly evolving its security frameworks to stay ahead in the ever-changing digital landscape. As new cybersecurity threats emerge, ASU continues to strengthen its defenses. This includes introducing advanced features…
Spring is just around the corner – as always, each new semester calls for updated classroom configurations that account for individual faculty members’ needs. Faculty should be aware that the software necessary to teach a course may not be…
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This article is included in the third publication of The AI Journey at Arizona State University. From student entrepreneurs to post-grad start-up founders, ASU Venture Devils has successfully supported multiple AI-leveraged ventures that are…
This article is included in the third publication of The AI Journey at Arizona State University. When Danielle McNamara describes the power of AI in education, she lights up. “The key affordance of generative AI,” she says, “is that it allows…
Universities have long played an important role in the development of artificial intelligence. “As AI rapidly evolves, envisioning its potential to enrich the student experience has never been more important,” said Lev Gonick, chief…
The 9th annual ASU Data Conference saw over 400 data leaders, experts and enthusiasts gather on the Tempe campus this week to learn about the newest data tools and the best tips and tricks of data storytelling. The two-day event opened with a…
This article is included in the third publication of The AI Journey at Arizona State University. Imagine a mobile app that could show students 3D models of chemical compounds, providing them with a new AI-assisted tutoring tool for their…
Enterprise Technology’s Creative x Communications team was celebrated for its diligent efforts at the 2025 Copper Anvil Awards on Thursday, October 23.Composed of graphic designers, photographers, videographers, storytellers and strategic…
The final day of Agentic AI and the Student Experience began with a plenary session from best-selling authors Vala Afshar and Henry King, titled Autonomous: Why the Fittest Businesses Embrace AI-First Strategy and Digital Labor after…
During a Friday breakout session titled “Gaming, VR and AI for student learning,” ASU and Microsoft announced they will work together to bring Xbox Game Camp to Phoenix.Xbox Game Camp is a multi-week program that empowers future waves of game…
ASU CIO Lev Gonick and former U.S. Senator Kyrsten Sinema took the main stage on October 24 for a fireside chat on how agentic AI is transforming learning experiences for neurodiverse students at Agentic AI and the Student Experience.
Through openness and empathy, the inaugural winner of the 2025 Humanitarian Award, Angela Gunder, leaves a mark on the higher education industry beyond just developing AI – but focusing on the humanity behind the bots.The award was presented on day…
Innovation, agency and the inalienable right to learn: these are the key themes driving day two of ASU’s Agentic AI and the Student Experience.ASU President Michael M. Crow delivered the opening keynote speech – addressing access, adaptability…
Following ASU President Crow, student voice and agency were at the forefront of discussion topics during the second keynote on day two of Agentic AI and the Student Experience.
Written by Stephanie King and Joycelyn Muñoz Today was day one of Agentic AI and the Student Experience, which will host more than 550 education and industry leaders from 22+ countries in Tempe over the next three days.