Charles Kneifel spoke briefly regarding Unity and EOS accounts for students. Unity accounts are activated for all students when they-register for courses. After being registered the first semester, students can register on the web, make on-line housing reservations, etc. Students can send questions by e-mail for a couple of hours after the help desk closes. Site licensing arrangements are for university equipment only.
Students using their Unity accounts can use university software.
How about Direct TV -what are the costs to the student and can the University guide regarding computers. Julie Mallette said that in order for a student to receive financial aid to help purchase a computer, the computer has to be part of the requirements for their program. George Dixon said that half of the student body receives financial aid and will need help with purchasing computers. Julie Mallette stated that the university should provide resources for students not able to buy computers. Frank Abrams asked how students are told about computer requirements.