Alumni Services
Each year, the Glenn College offers an alumni mentoring program in which second year master’s students are matched with an alumnus/alumna of the program. The goal of the mentoring program is to tap into the vast professional experience of Glenn College alumni to help students in their career paths and academic choices by sharing career advice, job-search strategies and other tips. In addition, the Director of Advancement and Alumni Relations plans several networking events each year with Glenn College alumni. For alumni services and networking opportunities, contact the Glenn College’s Director of Advancement and Alumni Relations, Lisa Frericks.
Computers and Technology
Ohio State offers several student computer centers across campus, equipped with Windows and/or Macintosh computers and a variety of peripheral equipment. Software includes word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheet, email, web browsers and more.
Computer Lab User Accounts and File Storage
To log in to a computer on campus, use your name.# and password that you use for all Ohio State services.
Technical Support
Ohio State offers many online resources for IT help and support. Students may also visit the BuckeyeBar in the west wing of the Thompson Library, the BuckeyeBar at the TechHub, email servicedesk@osu.edu or call 614-688-4357 (8-HELP).
Glenn College Librarian
Kay Clopton, the Glenn College’s librarian, maintains a web page of Public Affairs Resources. Dr.Clopton can be contacted at 614-292-2483 or clopton.1@osu.edu.
Ohio State Internet Username and Email Address
What is my Ohio State Internet username?
Your Ohio State internet username is your unique identifier for logging in to secure Ohio State web sites, enabling access on university computers, and acquiring access to the wireless network. The username takes the form of lastname.# (i.e. smith.2). Use it to access many campus computing systems, such as BuckeyeLink, where (among other services) you can enroll in and drop classes and receive final grades.
What is my Ohio State email address?
Your Ohio State email address is your lastname.#@buckeyemail.osu.edu. It is formed by adding “@buckeyemail.osu.edu” to your Ohio State Internet username; for example, Serena Williams’ Ohio State email address would be williams.1@buckeyemail.osu.edu.
Do I need to use Ohio State’s email service?
Yes. Many important university and class mailings (including scheduling and billing information) are only sent to your Ohio State email address, and many classes require email and other Internet activities. The Glenn College will only distribute electronic materials to your Ohio State email address.
How do I start using my Ohio State Internet Username for email and web access?
Visit our Account Management site and select “Activate Now!”
Does Ohio State offer webmail?
Yes. Your BuckeyeMail account allows a convenient and secure way to read and send email using almost any web browser from any active Internet connection.
Can I have messages sent to my Ohio State email address forwarded elsewhere?
Yes, but it is not recommended, and we encourage you to regularly check your Buckeyelink. If you would like your Ohio State email forwarded to another provider, such as Gmail or Yahoo, from your MyOSU account, just click on the “Change Email Delivery” link on the left-hand side of the screen.
Please note that Ohio State’s central IT HelpDesk recommends that students use BuckeyeMail as their primary address, as all university communications will be sent directly to this email.
Wireless Network Access
There are more than 190 free wireless hotspots in over 60 campus buildings for use by Ohio State students. You will need your pre-assigned Ohio State Wireless username and password AND a mobile device with a properly installed, internal or external network adapter/card that is WPA Enterprise compatible. Most wireless adaptors/cards that are “Wi-Fi compliant” should work.
Hardware and Software
Ohio State maintains discount agreements with vendors, and students can visit the Tech Hub at Ohio State for significant educational discounts on many technology products, including a variety of computers, iPads, printers, and accessories.
Ohio State offers a variety of software for free or reduced cost.
Printing
Glenn College graduate students have access to printing in the Page Hall 030 computer lab and around campus with Follow Me Printing. Students are encouraged to conserve paper, when possible, by only printing what they need, by printing multiple sheets per page, and by printing on both sides of the page. Each student is given a printing allowance added to their BuckID at the beginning of the academic year. The printing allowance refreshes at the beginning of each autumn semester. The annual print allowance is generally a higher limit than is needed for legitimate schoolwork and usage data and trends are analyzed for ongoing sufficiency. To print beyond the Glenn College grad student allowance, students will need to add personal funds to their BuckID account. In very unique situations, a student’s print quota may be increased. A detailed usage summary to date, justification for an increase, and estimate of remaining printing needs can be submitted to Glenn-Help@osu.edu for review and decision.
Color printing is available but will be charged at a rate of $0.20 per page compared to $0.06 per black and white page.
Technology Fee
Graduate students are assessed a technology fee each semester. The fee contributes to computer hardware and software in both Page Hall labs (030 and 040), printing, virtual lab and software, technical support, and technology and services to enhance distance learning, among other technology outlays. All students pursuing a graduate degree with the Glenn College will be assessed the technology fee.
Additional Building Amenities
Page Hall is equipped with multiple study areas, including the Policy Forum on the first floor and the library on the third floor. The third floor also offers standing laptop workspaces. The second floor is home to a shared kitchen with a table and chairs. Page Hall also has a nursing mother’s room with comfortable and private accommodations.
Student Listserv
We maintain an email list of all enrolled students. This list is used by the Student Services Office to send important announcements. Most students will be added to the list automatically and do not need to take any action to sign up.
Social Networking
The Glenn College has groups created for current students, faculty, staff, and alumni on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Flickr, and YouTube. Our Student Services office also has many social media accounts you can follow for updates on activities, deadlines and more on Twitter and Instagram.