Tag: News

  • Want to know the status of the Gustavus network/email?

    During times of email outages or network connectivity problems, you can find the latest status of the problem by: Dialing the Technology Helpline’s phone number (x6111) and pressing 1. This will give the latest news on any network/email problems that Gustavus is experiencing. You will also have an opportunity to connect with a consultant at…

  • Using Windows Vista at Gustavus…

    Microsoft’s new operating system, Windows Vista, is upon us – it is scheduled for worldwide retail release today, January 30th. If you happen to buy a PC computer after today, you will have Microsoft Windows Vista instead of Windows XP pre-loaded on your computer. What does this mean for Gustavus users? You will still need…

  • Job Opening: User Services Coordinator/Macintosh – Technology Services

    User Services Coordinator/Macintosh – Technology Services   Gustavus Adolphus College is seeking a User Services Coordinator who will assist the campus in the support, configuration, and implementation of computing resources as they relate to instruction and learning. As one of four key persons responsible for developing and implementing a vision and mission for campus technologies,…

  • Technology Helpline – January Hours

    Hi everybody, We at the Technology Helpline hope that you all are having a wonderful new year. Our January Term hours are: Monday-Thursday: 8am-7:30pm Friday: 8am-4:45pm Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed If you having problems connecting your laptop to a residence hall printer or connecting to the Gustavus Network, stop by anytime during our January Hours…

  • Kudos to the Technology Helpline Student Staff

    The Technology Helpline is the help desk that supports the entire Gustavus campus community with its computer needs. The Helpline is composed of 49 work-study students and 3 full-time college employees. So far this fall the Technology Helpline has resolved over 2,500 cases. This number is very similar to last year. The difference this fall…

  • Network Connectivity Problems in Schaefer Fine Arts Center -FIXED

    There has been a few reports of connectivity problems in the Fine Arts Center. We are investigating and hope to have things fixed soon. UPDATE: Due to a circuit breaker being tripped, a few of our switches did not respond after the power outage. Everything should be back to normal. If you notice anything not…

  • Webmail/Email Services Outage

    November 2, 1:15 pm. WebMail and email services are currently unavailable. We hope to have these services restored by 2:00pm. Please call the Technology Helpline x6111 and press 1 to hear the Network Status recording for updated information.

  • Need computer help?

    October 31st 2006 – Stop by the lower level of the Campus Center. The Technology Helpline has a table to answer computer questions, help people get connected to the network, and help remove your computer viruses. Stop by for some advice, candy, or to sign up for prizes!

  • GAC Squad – Tonight!

    Need help registering your computer on the Gustavus (wired or wireless) network? Do you have virus related problems?Today, October 30th, the Gustavus Technology Helpline will be running its GAC Squad from 5:00-9:00pm in the Olin Computer Lab. During this time, the Technology Helpline will be helping students register their computers on the wired and wireless…

  • XHTMLParagraphFormat() Version 3

    Version 3 of the previously posted XHTMLParagraphFormat() ColdFusion function has just been released. Thanks to visitor and commenter Christopher Lewis for drawing my attention to a minor bug. Get it while it’s hot: Download XHTMLParagraphFormat() Version 3 I’d love to hear if you end up using this function or if you have any suggestions, fixes,…