Student Services & Network

Student Services

The University of Lynchburg provides students with essential technology resources to support academic success. From free access to Microsoft Office and Google services to campus-wide Wi-Fi and computer labs, our IT services are designed to keep you connected and productive. Whether you need help with printing, securing your network access, or choosing the right device for your studies, we’ve got you covered. Explore the tools and support available to enhance your experience on campus.

Cable TV Services

Cable TV is available in residence hall lounges. If you experience issues, contact ITR Help Desk at 434.544.8350 or email [email protected].

Technology Services

Microsoft Office

All actively enrolled students receive free access to Microsoft Office, including:

For PC: Access, Excel, OneNote, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Word
For Mac: Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word

Accounts remain active while enrolled and are deactivated 60 days after leaving the university.

Email & Google Services

Students, faculty, and staff are provided with a University of Lynchburg email account, accessible through G Suite for Education. This includes:

Google Mail
Google Drive (unlimited storage)
Google Calendar
Google Hangouts
Google Sites

Important: ITR cannot recover lost or accidentally deleted files from Google Drive. Download copies of important documents to avoid data loss.

Printing Services

Each student receives a PaperCut account with a quota of 400 black-and-white pages per semester. Printing stations are available in:

All computer labs
Drysdale Student Center
Knight-Capron Library
Turner Gymnasium

Additional printers are available in first-year residence halls (paper must be provided by students).

Campus Computer Labs and Resources

Campus Computer Labs

The University of Lynchburg provides two types of computer labs for staff, faculty, and student use:

Open Labs

Contain networked personal computers, printers, and other computer equipment
Available on a first-come, first-served basis

Classroom Labs

Configured with six- to eight-foot-wide display screens and projection systems
Networked personal computers on every desk
Scheduled classes take priority
If no class is in progress, the classroom lab may be used as an open lab
If a class begins, students and faculty are required to leave unless invited to stay by the professor

Lab Locations

Anatomy Computer Lab
Location: Hobbs Hall – Room 202
Computers: 4 Windows PCs

Communication Studies Lab
Location: Elliot & Rosel Schewel Hall – Room 114
Computers: 21 Windows PCs

Computer Science Computer Classroom (Computer Science students only)
Location: Hobbs Hall – Room 113
Computers: 25 Windows PCs

Education Computer Lab
Location: Thompson Education Building – Room 104
Computers: 9 Windows PC’s

GIS Computer Lab
Location: Hobbs Hall – Room 209
Computers: 19 Windows PC’s

Graphics Art Computer Lab
Location: Elliot & Rosel Schewel Hall – Room 111
Computers: 20 Macintosh PCs

Hobbs Technology Classroom
Location: Hobbs Hall – Room 124
Computers: 37 Windows PCs

Hopwood Computer Lab
Location: Hopwood Hall – Room 006
Computers: 10 Windows PCs

Library Electronic Information Resources Center (EIRC)
Location: Knight-Capron Library – First Floor
Computers: 23 Windows PCs
Help Desk and Information Technology Services Consultants are available.

Library Reference Area
Location: Knight-Capron Library – First Floor
Computers: 14 Windows PCs

Lower Hopwood Computer Classroom
Location: Hopwood Hall – Room 003
Computers: 25 Windows PCs

Mathematics Computer Lab
Location: Hobbs Hall – Room 311
Computers: 16 Windows PCs

Music Computer Lab
Location: Snidow Chapel/Hebb – Basement
Computers: 10 Macintosh PCs

Nursing Computer Lab (Nursing students only)
Location: McMillan Hall – First Floor
Computers: 7 Windows PCs

Physics Computer Classroom/Lab (Physics students only)
Location: Hobbs Hall – Room 401
Computers: 12 Windows PCs

Psychology Computer Lab
Location: Psychology Building – First Floor
Computers: 12 Windows PCs

Theatre Computer Lab
Location: Dillard Hall – First Floor
Computers: 4 Macintosh PCs

Trading Room Computer Lab (College of Business students only)
Location: Elliot & Rosel Schewel Hall – Room 134
Computers: 28 Windows PCs

Westover Room Lab
Location: Drysdale Student Center – Lower Level
Computers: 4 Windows PCs

Writing Center Lab
Location: Hopwood Hall – Room 004
Computers: 6 Windows PCs

Computer Recommendations

To ensure smooth access to university systems, students should have a laptop that meets these minimum specifications:

Windows Laptops:

Intel Core i5 processor or better
8GB RAM minimum
256GB storage minimum
Dual-band 802.11ac wireless
Windows 10 or 11

Mac Laptops:

Intel i5/i7 or Apple Silicon
8GB RAM minimum
256GB storage minimum
Dual-band 802.11ac wireless
macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or newer

Note: Tablets do not meet all academic computing needs and should be considered supplementary devices. An Ethernet adapter is recommended for using the university’s wired network.

Campus Network Access

The University of Lynchburg provides wired and wireless internet across campus, including in all academic buildings, residence halls, and common areas.

Students must authenticate to use the network. Instructions are provided at check-in and at the ITR Help Desk (Carnegie Hall, Bottom Floor).
Guest Wi-Fi is also available.

Account Security:

Keep your login credentials private
Always log out after using shared computers
Report security concerns to ITR