The futurist prediction was on target. Computer technology now is used to assist the individual in every aspect of work and leisure. It is no longer used as a desktop appliance processing words and numbers. I find computer use at Ferris changing every aspect of what we do at the University. Here is brief listing of some of the changes we have made at Ferris in the past three years.
Every residence hall is wired directly to the Internet facilitating research and electronic mail.
Every student is given an e-mail address and access to numerous computer labs. Every faculty and staff member is provided computer technology to assist them in their tasks. The Center for Teaching Learning and Faculty Development provides opportunities for faculty to learn or update technology skills to help them in the classroom. A number of programs, including Computer Information Systems, Optometry, and Survey Engineering are being offered over the Internet. The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program is offering training modules through CD-ROMs and Internet connections.