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OHSU Acceptable Use of Computing and Telecommunications Resources

OHSU Policies

All users with OHSU network and e-mail accounts must read and abide by the OHSU Acceptable Use of Computing and Telecommunications Resources policy. A link to the policy is provided. Please take a moment to read and understand the policy.

Acceptable Computer Use policy

E-mail 

OHSU uses Microsoft Exchange 2007 for our e-mail and calendar systems.
  • OHSU provides an e-mail account for all current students
  • Cohort specific e-mails lists are created and utilized to communicate specifically with OHSU students and student groups within the School of Nursing. OHSU units like Financial Aid, Billing, Registrar, along with program faculty, and staff will communicate important student information to the OHSU e-mail address only.
  • It is expected that every student maintain and regularly check the OHSU provided e-mail account in order to receive critical student updates.
  • Creating "rules" to forward e-mail to a personal account is prohibited by policy. All students are expected to log in and use their OHSU Outlook account

Go to OHSU Outlook web access to log in to your mailbox

  • Creating "rules" to forward e-mail to a personal account is prohibited by policy. All students are expected to log in and use their OHSU Outlook account.

SAKAI

The School of Nursing uses Sakai to deliver online course content to our students.

  • It is recommended that you use Mozilla Firefox.

Download a free copy Firefox

Go to Sakai log-in
  • Sakai is supported by our University's Academic Technology Group. You can find more information about Sakai on their web pages. 
  • If you need help with Sakai, you can contact the Sakai Helpdesk at 503 494-7722. helpdesk@sakai.com

Microsoft Office

It is expected that all students, faculty and staff use the Microsoft Office Suite. Products such as Apple iWorks, Corel WordPerfect, Microsoft Works, or OpenOffice are not acceptable alternatives. Academic Versions of the Office Professional are available at a significantly discounted rate for students. The following are acceptable versions of Microsoft Office;

  • Office 2007 or Office 2010 for Windows
  • Office 2008 or Office 2011 for MAC

HARDWARE Requirments

The hardware you choose to use should exceed the minimum requirements for Microsoft Office 2007. Any new computer purchased today will exceed these recommendations.  If purchasing a used computer, tthe School of Nursing recommends that it meet the following criteria;

·         Windows Vista or Windows 7

·         3.0Ghz Intel Pentium 4 equivalent or newer

·         2Gb of RAM (4Gb preferred)

·         160Gb or larger hard drive.

Windows vs MAC: The School of Nursing is a Microsoft Windows environment.  Software required for some courses, may not come in a version for the MAC or there may be differences in functionality between the two versions.

If you choose to use a MAC, you need to be prepared to deal with these issues when they arise in order to fully participate in all coursework requirements. Newer MACs with the Intel processor can run a Windows environment though Boot Camp, Parallels or Fusion VMWare. However, the cost of the related software and a Windows license can be a very expensive option. Apple sells a number of adapters necessary to connect your MacBook to an external video projector and television. You will need to purchase these and bring them with you when using your MacBook for class presentations.

NETBOOKS are not acceptable as a primary computing device. They are made to keep a person connected by primarily providing access to the Internet, website browsing, and email. In order to conserve power and extend battery life, most are underpowered to run Microsoft Office 2007 and do not include DVD drives, which makes installation of additional software difficult.

OTHER Devices

There are a number of really cool portable devices on the market which provide easy and instant access to the information, digital media and the Internet. Such devices include Palms, eReaders/Kindles, iPods/iPads, iPhones and other SmartPhones.

The School of Nursing encourages innovation and the use of these devices where possible. However, as much as we love these devices for what they can do, they can’t do everything. If you use these devices, be aware that your assigned coursework will dictate that they be used in conjunction with a good computer or laptop.

OHSU Resources

The Information Technology Group has some additional resources for you to check out that includes "How To's" and links for purchasing academically discounted hardware and software.

OHSU student resources page (all campuses)