The editors and advertising managers hire students for staff positions. The Collegian and Royal Purple each have faculty advisers, but their content is determined and controlled solely by the editors and student staffs. Telecommunications provides the voice, data and video transmission capabilities for the university. Copper and fiber optic cable connect all buildings on the main campus and on the Salina campus. Buried fiber cable connects the KSU Foundation Center and other units off the main campus.
Direct lines provide data and voice communication between the main campus and the Salina campus.
These are on the main campus and on the Salina campus. The voice network is constantly being upgraded to provide the best service possible. Voice mail along with other advanced features is available to all locations on the network. Dial in modem access to the campus network systems is also available throught the Telecommunications Department. Several plans are available including an 800-number into the modem pool.