Campus Technology

Where Technology is Pervasive

Consistent with Vision 2010, New Jersey City University's Strategic Plan, NJCU provides "information technology resources, equipment and training that support full and competent use of technology in teaching, learning, administration and communications." Technology plays an integral and pervasive role in all aspects of University life including the introduction and implementation of new technologies and services, world class technology resources to support teaching and learning, and a robust technical infrastructure to keep up with the ever-increasing demand for information and electronic communications.

TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE

• Fully-wired campus
• High-performance fiber gigabit ethernet network –Cisco Systems
• High-speed internet access
• GothicAir – 802.11 b/g wireless network
• Remote network access utilizing Virtual Private Network (VPN)
• Data network storage

SUPPORT

• Centralized Help Desk services
• 24/7 network support
• Center for Instructional & Technological Innovation
• Distance learning librarian services
• Online resources and tutorials
• Technology replacement program

INFORMATION SYSTEMS

• PeopleSoft Enterprise Systems
• GothicNet Portal – an enterprise level portal delivering comprehensive, role- based information and self service features for faculty, staff and students
• All-in-one Campus Card – CS Gold-CBORD
• Data Warehouse – Cognos PowerPlay & Impromptu- designed to promote data driven decision making

ACADEMIC TECHNOLOGIES

• 39 "Smart Classrooms"
• 23 State-of-the-art computer labs
• Assistive Technology Assessment Lab (A. Harry Moore School)
• WebCT Learning Management System
• Horizon Wimba Live Classroom
• Respondus Turnitin
• WebBoard
• Frank J. Guarini Library Online Resources

COMMUNICATIONS

• E-mail accounts and WebMail access for faculty, staff and students
• Web-based University Events Calendar
• Web hosting services for faculty and students
• Web-based video conferencing services
• 40 internet kiosks distributed throughout the campus

TEACHING AND LEARNING ONLINE

• 141 graduate and 140 undergraduate courses offered online in the 2004-05 academic year
• Fully online Master of Arts degree in Educational Technology
• 24/7 online teaching and learning support