Career Overview: Sally's Service
Sally Bradt spent over 30 years at University of Minnesota Duluth Information Technology Systems and Services (ITSS). She started as a staff member, later became a manager for more than 20 years, and eventually served as Interim Chief Information Officer (CIO).
Throughout her career, she worked across nearly every major Information Technology (IT) area, including:
- Networking
- Help desk
- TechCenter
- Security
- Device support
- User services
- Web services
- Accessibility
She also oversaw all ITSS services during her time in leadership.
Key Contributions: Awards and Achievements
Sally earned several nominations for service awards and received an Outstanding Service Award in 2007 for upgrading Health Services' electronic medical records system.
She became a trusted expert in information technology security, helping resolve many security audit issues across various campus units.
People First: Sally's Impact on Students and Staff
In every role, she focused on people as much as technology. Colleagues describe her as:
- A supportive guide for student workers
- A mentor to staff
- A calm, reliable voice during complex challenges
- A champion of excellent service for the campus community
Her leadership strengthened many careers and helped ITSS teams navigate major transitions and audits.
Retirement: A Well‑Earned Celebration
Sally has provided excellent service to UMD for over 3 decades. We wish her a very happy and well-deserved retirement.