August 5, 2013
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New Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Wireless Improves User Experience
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VALDOSTA – As fall semester approaches, Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø students, faculty and staff can look forward to an improved wi-fi network, now powered by SmartPass Connect. The new Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Wireless network helps Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø achieve its goal of being an inviting and dynamic institution, through the use of technology.
Some features offered through Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Wireless include the following:
• Easy connection - To begin using Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Wireless, select “Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø-StartHere” from your network listing. A configuration wizard automatically creates a profile for your device.
• One-time setup - You no longer have to re-enter your login information each time you wish to connect to Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Wireless. After the configuration wizard is complete, your connection will be transferred to the “Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø-Personal” network. For the semester (180 days), your device will automatically connect to “Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø-Personal” when in range.
• Off-campus settings - Even when you are away from campus and not connected to Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Wireless, your network settings are preserved. When you return to campus, you’re automatically connected.
For more information, visit or contact the IT Solutions Center at (229) 245-4357 or solutions@valdosta.edu . The helpdesk is located on the second floor of Odum Library and is open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, and 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday.
Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Wireless is supported by the Division of Information Technology.
Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø’s 2013-2019 Strategic Plan represents a renewal of energy and commitment to the foundational principles for comprehensive institutions.
Implementation of the plan’s five goals, along with their accompanying objectives and strategies, supports Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø’s institutional mission and the University System of Georgia’s mission for comprehensive universities.
The story above demonstrates Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø's commitment to meeting the following goals:
Goal 1: Recruit, retain, and graduate a quality, diverse student population and prepare students for roles as leaders in a global society.
Goal 5: Develop and enhance Valdosta State’s human and physical resources.
Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø to learn more.
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