OWU Printing, "Print Green"
Information Services is currently evaluating a number of options for network printing, copying, scanning, and faxing at OWU. We have started discussions with a few departments to determine their...
View ArticleWindows MyDocuments Backup
Information Services has developed a backup script that runs on Windows XP devices. This script will copy the contents of your "mydocuments" directory to a network share, providing a backup that can...
View ArticleNEC Phone Displays
We have a large number of NEC phones on campus that have defective displays. In coordination with our vendor, we have been able to receive replacement displays in bulk and will soon start visiting...
View ArticleInstructional Technologist position filled
I am happy to announce that the Instructional Technologist position has been filled. David Soliday has accepted the position and we are developing a transition plan that will allow him to start his...
View ArticleHelp Desk Manager position posted
We recently posted the Help Desk Manager and Technology Trainer position. Below are the job requirements, please see http://jobs.owu.edu for more information. Applicants should submit a resume by...
View ArticleBlackboard Upgrade
After consulting with the Campus Technology Council and TLCCP, we have decided to upgrade OWU's Blackboard Course Management software to the latest version (9.1) prior to the start of the Spring 2011...
View ArticleVideo Chat
As winter approaches, it may be the right time to check out the video chat feature of BishopApps. This works as long as the following conditions exist: You have a microphone and webcam, and you are...
View ArticleBlackboard Training Scheduled
David has setup the Blackboard training sessions, see his message below:As announced, Information Services will be upgrading our Blackboard learning management system in January. Training on the new...
View ArticlePhishing Attack
We are receiving some notices from users who are receiving an email asking for account information. Please be advised that these are not from OWU and should be marked as SPAM. Below is an example of...
View ArticleMobile, Events, and ERP
IS continues to work on a number of initiatives for the OWU community as outlined below:- We now have over 11 multifunction devices (MFD's - print, fax, scan, copy) in place at OWU. We continue to...
View ArticleCampus Updates
Table of Contents:1. Cell Phone Discounts2. OWU Wikis sign-in3. Blackboard Mobile Learn Application4. Request for Faculty for Blogs Information5. Changes in Printer Support6. Atomic Learning1. Cell...
View ArticlePowerCampus Self Service, OWU Mobile, and Cell Phone Discounts
Last week we launched our PowerCampus Self Service application for OWU users. We are continuing to roll out new features for the campus community as modules are ready for production. Currently,...
View ArticleOWU is now mobile!
OWU has developed a mobile solution in a partnership with Blackboard. The application is now available for download on Android and iOS devices, and contains numerous modules for the user community....
View ArticleOWU 2.0
Work continues on the OWU 2.0 initiative. Currently, all new ERP systems are in production at some level with the exception of the finance system, which is scheduled for early July. StartOWU used...
View ArticleFall 2011 Semester Updates
A number of projects have been completed and are in progress as the fall semester starts, please see below for more detail:- We have completed the launch of the new ERP systems as of July 1st. Of...
View ArticleAdding OWU Events to your Google Calendar
The new OWU Events Calendar brings new functionality to the OWU Community. If you want to add the upcoming events to your google calendar, just follow these steps:- Go to your google calendar- Click...
View ArticleIS Updates
IS continues to make progress on the various ERP systems in collaboration with our user offices. Student bills are now viewable and payable online through Self Service, and we completed spring...
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Drag and Drop Programming?
Last night I watched a TED talk given by Mitch Resnick of MIT Media Labs titled "Let's teach kids to code". The basic premise is that children - the "digital natives" - are good at reading online, but...
View ArticleBishopnet Issues
We have been receiving reports of problems with bishopnet over the past couple of weeks. The reports are generally from the residence side of campus, and are most frequent during the evening hours.On...
View ArticleHayes and Stuyvesant Testing
On Tuesday evening, we tested signal strength and bandwidth in Hayes and Stuyvesant. The signal strength was acceptable, but we did experience some slower bandwidth in Stuy. I'm posting the test...
View Article2013 Summer Projects
Information Services has a number of important summer projects planned. Many of these changes will impact large portions of the OWU community. See below for more details.- Online Directory: A new...
View ArticleVoicemail Upgrade
We will be upgrading our campus voice mail system on Tuesday, 8/20 at 7:00 am. The system will be unavailable for approximately 1 hour. The process for retrieving messages, greetings, and passwords...
View ArticleOWU Mobile 3.0
OWU Mobile 3.0We recently launched a new version of the OWU Mobile app. Students can now login to the app to see their course schedule, grades, and notifications. Faculty are able to login and see...
View ArticleNew Voicemail Features
I am happy to announce two new voicemail (VM) features today that allow faculty and staff to retrieve messages via web and email. Please see the options and links to instructions below, as well as...
View ArticleSummer 2015 IS Projects
Information Services will be moving forward with a number of upgrades and enhancements over the summer months. Please see the details below on some of the high priority projects that we are hoping to...
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