The college is currently negotiating with several vendors to work out various arrangements for the initiative. Albertson College enrolls about 300 freshmen annually. While many students come to college with their own computers, the laptop initiative ensures that all students have compatible hardware and software to be used in and out of the classroom, and that training and 24-hour support will be available. Numerous top universities around the country, such as Wake Forest University, University of North Carolina and Dartmouth College, either provide laptops to students or have a computer requirement for incoming students. Vice President for Academic Affairs Alan Brinton said that while technology is already firmly based in the college's curriculum, laptops would give students the freedom to enhance their learning experience.
Computers can add tremendously to the learning that takes place in the classroom.
Under discussion are proposed plans for new residence halls and academic buildings to accommodate the college's growing enrollment. The strategic plan set a goal of 1,300 students by 2005. The department was established to increase service to students and their families. For more information, contact the Albertson College Office of Communication.