The Information Technology Services department is responsible for all administrative and academic computer support at the University. MWU supports an environment of learning and sharing of information through the acquisition and maintenance of computers, computer systems, networks, cloud-based platforms, and associated computing resources and infrastructure. University computing resources are intended to support the University's missions, administrative operations and activities, student and campus life activities, and the free exchange of ideas and information between the University and the greater community in which it operates locally, nationally, and internationally.
Information Technology Services is responsible for:
- Providing administrative microcomputer hardware and software support and consulting for faculty and staff;
- Providing administrative support for the University’s computer systems and enterprise applications;
- Providing technical hardware and software computer support for the University Library staff and patrons;
- Designing, implementing, and providing technical support and administration for the University Computer Network, including wired, wireless, and cloud-integrated services;
- Assisting faculty in the delivery of computer-based instruction in the classroom and via approved instructional technologies;
- Providing training for faculty, staff, and students in the use of computer technology at the University; and
- Providing technical support for access and use of the Internet and approved collaboration platforms at the University.
Campus buildings have access to the University Network. Current network services include electronic mail, internet access, shared disk space, shared printing, collaboration and messaging platforms, cloud storage, and access to administrative systems.
Misuse of computer facilities, services, and equipment is a violation of Midwestern University rules and regulations, and students who are found to have misused the system will be subject to disciplinary action, including fines, suspension, probation, restitution of funds, and/or expulsion, and may be in violation of Arizona or Illinois laws.
This policy defines the boundaries of acceptable use of MWU computing and communication resources, including computers, networks, electronic mail services, electronic information sources, cloud-based applications, collaboration platforms, voice mail, telephone services, social media, and other communication resources. In addition, this policy reflects the goal of MWU to foster academic freedom while respecting freedom of speech and privacy rights.
MWU’s computing and communication resources are the property of MWU. They are to be used for the advancement of MWU’s educational, research, service, community outreach, administrative, and business purposes. Limited incidental personal use may be permitted provided it does not interfere with University operations, violate policy, or incur cost to the University.
When a user’s affiliation with MWU ends, MWU will terminate access to computing and communications resources and accounts. MWU may, at its discretion, permit access to accounts and email forwarding for a limited period.
Users of MWU’s computing and communications resources are required to comply with this policy, other applicable MWU policies, and state and federal laws.