Enhancements to academic offerings and student services continue to improve the quality of the undergraduate experience at The Ohio State University, and they are producing measurable results. Freshman and upperclass enrollment and retention rates are expected to increase this academic year, and university officials intend for better service to translate into stronger graduation rates, as well. We have a number of plans for this year to help students succeed, said Martha Garland, vice provost for undergraduate studies.
Plans range from improving students electronic access to promoting civic responsibility.
In the age of the Internet, connectivity is key, Garland noted. As a result, student access to the Internet and the availability of electronic resources for a variety of university student services continue to improve. A project titled ResNet gives every student in every residence hall room access to high-speed Internet service. The university expects to complete the wiring of all residence hall rooms during autumn quarter, supporting approximately 8,200 students. The university also has reached an agreement with IBM to offer its international dial-in Internet service by autumn quarter.