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By allowing students access to computers in class, they can fully engage their professor during class time and learn to effectively use the programs required for class.
An organized and curated collection of any and all technology-related services that can be performed by, for, or within TWU.
Use of a “virtual private network” application creates a secure, encrypted communication channel over the Internet that effectively connects the user’s computer directly to the TWU network.
Use this form to request access for an individual contractor or a group of contractors. To be submitted by hiring manager/supervisor
Unlike a “help desk”, which primarily provides only information, a “service desk” owns the incidents and questions reported to it and has the training and ability to resolve a high percentage of queries, thereby facilitating faster resolution times to its customers and users.
Colleague is the software package that houses the University’s information in areas that include processing of student applications and registration, scheduling of classes, assisting in financial aid processing, processing of payment of tuition and fees, reporting grades and transcripts, and more.
Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption secures websites, intranets, extranets, and other server-based applications.
TWU utilizes both Microsoft Exchange and Google Suite for Education for email service.
Texas Woman's University Department of Public Safety uses a variety of methods to alert students, faculty, and staff in case of a significant emergency on a campus.
State and federal regulation require organizations to assess their vulnerabilities and risks. ITS leadership is involved in the contract routing process.
Pioneer Portal is a user’s gateway to self-service.
TWU negotiates with vendors to provide TWU students, faculty, and staff access to discounted software for their personal machines and devices.
Texas Woman's IT Solutions works with supervisors and departments to ensure that new employees have the technology and access they need as quickly as possible.
TWU negotiates with vendors to secure discounts on hardware for TWU students, faculty, and staff.
Students have access to self-service where they can plan their degree, register for courses, contact their academic advisors, and (soon) manage holds and financial information.
Printing is available through network printers (owned or leased). Open access computer lab printers are managed by GoPrint stations that are used to track and release print requests.
A high performance web conferencing system with accessories is available on each of the three campuses for the purpose of connecting students in classrooms across distances, as well as connecting business meetings meeting from various locations.
Sometimes off-the-shelf software cannot meet the unique and complex requirements of a department, group, or business organization. TWU’s team of experienced developers and project coordinators can help, whether the need is a minor adjustment to existing software or the implementation of a major system.
With a people-centric approach and focus on student, staff, and faculty needs, we evaluate and analyze current processes, systems, and workflows to identify areas for improvement through collaboration with different professionals in different areas and levels within an organization.
TWU-owned computers and devices come pre-loaded with a standard selection of software that will suit the business and academic needs of most users at TWU.