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The Personally Owned Computer Support service at Miami University provides walk-in support for students, faculty, and staff with personally-owned devices through the Tech Support Lounge. Located in the east wing of the Armstrong Student Center, our trained staff offer guided assistance to help resolve a wide range of common technical issues, ensuring a smooth and productive technology experience.
Miami University's Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) service provides an additional layer of security for accessing university systems and applications. Using a secondary verification method, such as a mobile push notification or passcode, 2FA helps protect sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access. 2FA will prompt you when signing into certain Miami services or applications with your Miami UniqueID and MUnet password.
Miami University offers support for conference room technologies to enhance collaboration, teaching, and administrative meetings. This service ensures that conference rooms are equipped with the necessary audio-visual (AV) tools and are functioning properly for both in-person and hybrid communication needs.
Miami University offers High Performance Computing (HPC) services, frequently called the RedHawk Research Cluster, to support research. teaching, and data-intensive projects that require advanced computing power beyond what a typical desktop or laptop can provide. HPC enables users to run large-scale simulations, analyze big data sets, and process complex scientific calculations efficiently and securely.
The Software service at Miami University provides access to standalone applications that support teaching, learning, and administrative functions. These applications are distinct from software that is part of larger service offerings (e.g., Canvas for LMS or Zoom for web conferencing) and are evaluated for accessibility, security, and compliance to meet institutional needs.
Any application used for university business (administration, teaching, or learning) that is not a codified part of an Enterprise Service like Google for Education, Canvas, Workday, etc must be reviewed for legal terms, accessibility, and data security and privacy
The Indigenous Languages Digital Archive (ILDA) is a web based archive designed specifically to support tribal efforts in archive-based language revitalization. ILDA allows for the organization, storage, retrieval, and analysis of digitized archival linguistic materials, and associated data, for the purpose of informing language revitalization and educational efforts by tribal communities who participate in National Breath of Life (NBoL) Archival Institute for Indigenous Languages.
A Virtual Private Network (VPN) employs encryption and other security means to secure your data when using your computer through public network access (wired or wireless) off campus. Miami University offers Miami VPN for current members of the Miami community and guests alike through Cisco AnyConnect.
Miami University provides approximately 90 channels of entertainment, information, and educational television programming via streaming and a more traditional cable television in very limited situations. All students living in residence halls have automatic access to the Miami University - personal streaming service. The Miami University Community streaming service is available in select common areas or administrative conference rooms, or individual faculty or staff offices. Traditional cable television service still available in a limited number of buildings (Marcum conference center and some athletic facilities)
Miami University provides a variety of document storage solutions to meet the needs of students, faculty, and staff. These services enable users to securely store, access, and collaborate on documents from multiple devices. The primary storage solutions offered include Google Drive, Google Shared Drive, and Windows File Servers (G: Drive), each designed to support different use cases based on collaboration needs, data sensitivity, and retention requirements.
Miami University provides a standardized package of classroom technologies to enhance the teaching and learning experience. Our classroom solutions include audio-visual equipment, connectivity options, and instructional tools designed to support faculty, staff, and students in delivering high-quality learning experiences.
The Accessible Technologies service, provided by the AccessMU Center, works to ensure equal access to digital resources for all members of the Miami University community, including students, faculty, and staff with disabilities. The service offers guidance on creating accessible digital content, procuring accessible technology, and utilizing assistive tools to enhance inclusivity.
Miami University provides a collaborative calendaring service through Google Calendar, enabling students, faculty, and staff to efficiently manage schedules, coordinate meetings, and reserve resources. This service facilitates seamless communication and organization within the university community.
Miami University's Call Center Service enabled Miami managed Interactive Voice Response systems (IVR) that empowers departments and administrative offices to efficiently manage high volumes of incoming and outgoing telephone communications. Whether it's assisting students, addressing inquiries, or streamlining departmental operations, this service ensures responsive and organized phone-based interactions.
Miami University provides comprehensive printing services to support students, faculty, and staff through both vendor-managed and self-service solutions. In partnership with ComDoc, departments have access to a variety of multi-function printing devices for daily operational needs, while Capital Citicom supports high-volume and specialized print jobs with professional-quality printing services at competitive rates. Additionally, MUprint serves as the university’s campus-wide self-service printing system, offering convenient printing access for coursework, administrative documents, and personal materials at locations across campus.
Miami University's Content Management System (CMS) empowers departments and units to create and manage web content that aligns with the university's branding and accessibility standards. This service facilitates the development of websites tailored to various audiences, including prospective students, current students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors. Miami websites are all managed on the Cascade platform using navigation and branding provided by University Communications. It is also possible to have your own wordpress site for organizational, faculty/staff, or departmental use that still uses approved Miami templates.
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The Emergency Communications service at Miami University provides timely and critical notifications to the university community during emergencies, campus closures, and other urgent situations. Through multiple communication channels, Miami ensures that students, faculty, and staff on all Ohio campuses stay informed and prepared.
Students, faculty, and staff gain entry to buildings and rooms across all electronically controlled Miami campus doors using their Miami ID card or a mobile app. Access to locations is typically granted automatically based on various factors while additional access can be added through My Door Managers.
The Institutional End User Computing service at Miami University ensures faculty and staff have access to reliable computing devices and support for their academic and administrative work. This service encompasses the deployment, management, and lifecycle support of laptops, desktops, and peripherals. Delivered through a decentralized model, this service relies on close collaboration between centrally managed IT support and department-specific IT staff to align on common standards and best practices while allowing flexibility for departmental needs.
Miami University’s Learning Management System (LMS), powered by Canvas, provides a centralized platform for delivering online, hybrid, and in-person courses. The LMS supports faculty, staff, and students by offering tools for course content delivery, communication, assessments, and collaboration to enhance the learning experience.
Miami University provides Workflow Tools to help departments and teams automate, track, and manage business processes that require approvals, task coordination, or data collection. These tools reduce reliance on paper forms and manual tracking, streamline communication, and improve efficiency across a wide range of university functions.
Miami University offers multiple web conferencing solutions to facilitate remote communication and collaboration for students, faculty, and staff. Our supported platforms—Zoom, Webex, and Google Meet—provide reliable and feature-rich options for hosting virtual meetings, webinars, and classroom sessions.
Miami University’s Digital Signage service provides departments and units with the ability to display dynamic, real-time content across campus using centrally supported digital displays. These signs are ideal for sharing announcements, event promotions, dining menus, and other timely information in high-traffic areas. The Poppulo (formerly Four Winds Interactive) platform provides content content delivery to the approximately 230 digital signs across campus.
Miami University provides centralized tools and support for reserving classrooms, meeting spaces, and event venues across campus. This service helps ensure appropriate use of campus spaces while supporting the logistical needs of classes, meetings, and events—from small group gatherings to large conferences. 25Live is Miami's enterprise room scheduling platform although some departments use google calendar resources or other tools for specific rooms under their control.
The Wi-Fi service provides a secure wireless connection to Miami’s network and the Internet. It is available in 100% of Miami’s indoor spaces on all campuses, and key areas outdoors.
Wi-Fi is one of the most important network utilities IT Services provides to the University. As more coursework and administrative actions take place online, it’s imperative to have access to a robust, reliable network capable of handling heavy load.