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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)
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.
Slack and Google Meet are communication and collaboration tools primarily used by staff at Miami University. This instance of Slack is delivered by IT Services and provides real-time collaboration and video conferencing services via Slack and Google Meet, offering secure, dynamic platforms for faculty and staff. Designed to enhance teamwork and streamline daily operations, these tools provide digital workspaces for instant messaging, file sharing, and virtual meetings, making it easy for university teams to connect from anywhere.
The Miami ID is the official university identification, providing students, faculty, and staff access to essential campus services. While Miami University has transitioned to a Digital ID as the default format, physical ID cards remain available upon request. The ID allows access to campus buildings, meal plans, MUlaa debit accounts, recreation centers, library services, and more.
Miami University provides email services via Google Workspace (Gmail), offering a secure and reliable communication platform for students, faculty, and staff. Whether for departmental communications, event notifications, or official university updates, our targeted email services offer flexible options for one-to-many messaging through Google Groups, Listserv, and Emma (for marketing purposes).
The Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) service at Miami University provides advanced cybersecurity protection for university-owned devices, safeguarding institutional data and systems from cyber threats. EDR tools continuously monitor devices for suspicious activity and respond rapidly to potential security incidents, even in remote work environments.
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.
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
Miami University offers Oracle Analytics Server (OAS) and Tableau for reporting. IT Services provides support for the use of OAS, while assisting with Tableau licensing.
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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.
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 secure and reliable wired (Ethernet) Internet connection across all campus buildings. This service ensures that faculty, staff, students, and guests have consistent access to the university's network and the broader Internet, supporting academic, administrative, and personal activities. For some use cases, ,using a wired Internet connection is superior to a Wi-Fi connection.
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’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 utilizes an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to integrate and manage core institutional processes, including human resources, finance, payroll, procurement, and student information. In 2024, the university transitioned from its legacy Banner system to Workday, a modern, cloud-based ERP platform. This transition aims to enhance operational efficiency, data accuracy, and user experience for faculty, staff, and students.
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 access to Google Forms for simple surveys and Qualtrics, a powerful online survey platform, to support academic research, administrative assessments, and student projects. Qualtrics enables users to design, distribute, and analyze surveys efficiently, facilitating data-driven decision-making across the university community.
The Electronic/Digital Fax Processing service enables Miami University faculty, staff, and students to send and receive faxes directly from their computers, eliminating the need for traditional fax machines. This service streamlines document transmission, supporting both internal and external communications in a secure and efficient manner.
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.
Miami University's IT Security Services are dedicated to safeguarding the university's digital assets, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems. These services address the growing need for robust cybersecurity measures in an academic environment, protecting against threats such as unauthorized access, data breaches, and other cyber risks.
IT Services installs video cameras and cabling infrastructure and manages storage of video data. Physical Facilities department is responsible for approval for any video camera installed on campus and will direct IT with approved installations.
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.