Some students are currently having trouble with Wi-Fi on campus.
Campus tech to upgrade internet bandwidth on campus
OCU is set to receive new technology upgrades on campus. Campus tech officials are reportedly doubling the internet bandwidth on campus, increasing internet speeds in both wired and wireless connections. “It will not do anything specifically to the Wi-Fi,” said Gerry Hunt, chief information officer for campus technology services. “The speed to getting to resources…
Campus Technology officials seek to hire more student employees
Campus Technology Services officials are looking for more employees to increase efficiency.
Columnist discusses Wi-Fi issues on campus
Wi-Fi on the OCU campus is very weak, and in some places it is even nonexistent.
Officials discuss canceling cable to improve Wi-Fi
Officials are considering disconnecting cable to dorm rooms to improve Wi-Fi. The idea to disconnect the cable was proposed earlier this year after officials became aware many students don’t use cable in their rooms. Housing is working with student relations to determine if this would benefit students. Kevin Culbertson, coordinator of housing operations, said he…
Campus tech works to solve Wi-Fi issues
Campus tech officials are frustrated because their upgrades are not working properly. Campus technology workers installed new equipment around campus during the summer. The equipment included about 90 new antennas, two controllers and new network switches, but the wireless keeps failing. “I am not saying that these upgrades caused this,” said Dennis Rigdon, assistant director…
Student Senate chooses to avoid Yik Yak resolution
Student Senate decided not to write a resolution encouraging administrators to ban Yik Yak use on university Wi-Fi. The decision comes after schools in states including Iowa, Illinois, New Mexico, and Vermont banned the app, which allows users to post anonymously about people, places and things within a 10-mile radius.
Officials face difficulties strengthening Wi-Fi in apartments
By Susannah Waite, Staff Writer Old wiring and budget cuts are to blame for a lack of Wi-Fi connectivity in Cokesbury Court Apartments, officials said. Administrators are aware of the spotty Wi-Fi, said Gerry Hunt, the chief information officer of Campus Technology Services. With budget cuts over the past six consecutive years, money has been…
