UIW Resources
The University of the Incarnate Word offers a variety of resources to help students achieve their scholarly, personal, and professional goals.
Support
Office of Research and Graduate Studies
UIW Libraries
UIW Libraries, a part of the UIW Academic Division, include the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Library which serves all programs on Broadway Campus. All Cardinal students and faculty are welcomed in the Mabee Library, UIW's main campus library. Other libraries include G.W. Brackenridge Library at the Feik School of Pharmacy, the G.W. Brackenridge Library at the Rosenberg School of Optometry, the G.R. Johnson Library at the School of Physical Therapy, and the SOM Library at the UIW School of Osteopathic Medicine. UIW libraries provide access to over 320,000 books and media in physical and electronic formats as well as over 110,000 journals and serials in physical and electronic formats. Liaison librarians and staff work directly with faculty and students in creating informational and research guides, assist in assessing and building collections, and supporting resource sharing activities such as interlibrary loan, TexShare borrowing, and on demand requests.
All electronic resources can be accessed on campus or remotely from your home, office, or any other Wi-Fi accessible location. In addition to our resources, liaison librarians are available to assist with reference and research through our Ask-a-Librarian email, in person and through consultation appointments, and chat. Please visit the UIW Libraries webpage for more information about programs, services, and hours of operation. A few highlighted services include Nights in the Nest which is hosted for students as they prepare for finals, Cardinal Seats which allows students to “book” a spot in Scholar’s Corner in advance, our group study rooms, circulating technologies and other study support materials, and the open computer lab, Cardinal’s Nest.
The UIW libraries actively participate in the life of the university with a focus on developing partnerships and services in support of teaching, learning, and scholarship through the use of co-curricular instructional methodologies, innovative approaches in support of scholarship and research, the use of technologies that enhance discovery and knowledge dissemination. With service from a knowledgeable staff, UIW Libraries help to advance lifelong learning of students, faculty, and staff. The programs, services, and collections of the UIW Libraries reflect differing points of view, various cultures, and a global perspective. UIW Libraries, in all their activities, encompass the Catholic social teaching and social justice issues espoused by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word and the University of the Incarnate Word Mission.
J.E. and L.E. Mabee Library
George W. Brackenridge Library at the Feik School of Pharmacy
George W. Brackenridge Library at the Rosenberg School of Optometry
Geneva R. Johnson Library at the School of Physical Therapy
School of Osteopathic Medicine Library
International Student and Scholar Services
Center for Veteran Affairs
Financial Aid
Student Disabilities Services
The University of the Incarnate Word is committed to providing a supportive, challenging, diverse and integrated environment for all students. In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act–Subpart E, Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Title III of the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA), the university ensures accessibility to its programs, services, and activities for qualified students with documented disabilities. To qualify for services, the student must provide Student Disability Services with the appropriate documentation of his or her disability at the time services and/or accommodations are requested.
Career Services
Residence Life and Housing Operations
Dining Services
Health and Wellness
Counseling Center
Health Services
Wellness Center
Safety and Transportation
University Police
Title IX Non- Discrimination
Report an Incident, Complaint, or General Concern
Parking
Technology Services
Help desk: (210) 829-2721
Help Desk (Technology Support)
Assistance with technology is available by visiting Information Technology webpage, calling the number above, or visiting the help desk on the ground floor of the Student Engagement Center. For current hours of operation, please visit the Help Desk.
Cardinal Apps
Cardinal Apps is a unified dashboard that allows quick access to all the software tools you will use at UIW (e.g., Office 365, E-Mail, Canvas, Bannerweb for registration, DegreeWorks, StarRez residential housing, UIW Print, and others). This highly secure and flexible platform makes it easy to find all UIW software no matter where you are at and what device you are using.
Canvas Learning Management System
Canvas is the digital hub for learning across UIW, providing organized access to all of your courses and related information. This tool allows faculty to extend in-person classes and activities online, provides a variety of engaging content, and keeps all students in the class actively learning necessary concepts. Canvas is accessible online through Cardinal Apps and through a high-quality mobile application.
vLab@Everywhere Computer Lab
The vLab@Everywhere is a 'virtual' computer lab system that allows students to access academic software from anywhere using a web browser on a student's personal laptop. Students can access the vLab by selecting "vLab" in the Cardinal Apps dashboard.
vLab@Everywhere provides students the latest software including:
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Adobe Creative Suite
• JMP
• SPSS
• Gerber Fashion Design
• ChemDraw
• … and more!
The UIW Network
UIW is a fully networked and wireless campus. Wireless access is available anywhere on the UIW campuses, including dorm rooms, the Mabee Library, and shady spots under trees throughout the Broadway campus! Students simply connect to the "uiw-students" wireless network from any device using their UIW username and password. For help with problems connecting to Wi-Fi, just contact or stop by the Technology Help Desk.
The "uiw-resnet" network is available throughout UIW residence halls. This network allows students to easily connect their devices to the internet. There are no student charges for use of networks in the residence halls.
It is important to note that UIW offers a private network and cannot facilitate nor condone copyright violations. As such, UIW is obligated to block peer-to-peer file sharing activities on the network (e.g. KaZaa, BitTorrent, LimeWire and other applications that facilitate the sharing of digital music and video files in violation of U.S. copyright laws).
Student Laptop Purchase Program
Students are expected to have and use a laptop computer for their academic endeavors. Students are welcome to 'Bring-Your-Own-Device' to campus or may purchase a device through the UIW student laptop program. The UIW laptop program is provided through the UIW Bookstore and offers students the ability to select a variety of models. Visit the UIW BookStore web page to view models available or stop by the bookstore to view a demo unit. If applicable, students may be able to use financial aid to support this purchase. The help desk team will gladly assist you in resolving network/Internet and academic software access issues. For hardware problems, you will need to contact a Follett bookstore liaison or the manufacturer that warranted your system. The UIW Follett bookstore is happy to help coordinating warranty work you need.
Keeping in Touch
All UIW students are issued a university email address. Dubbed Cardinal Mail, it is powered by Microsoft Office 365. Access to email is easy through Cardinal Apps. A student email account is important because it is the electronic address to which all official university correspondence is sent. Students can use Webmail or the Outlook client and reap all the benefits of Microsoft Office365 (calendar, contacts, inbox, task/assignment lists and notes) while being able to send and receive mail from any internet connected device from anywhere in the world. Of note, all students receive free access to both the online and desktop versions of Microsoft office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.) during their time at UIW.
If you do not receive information about your new UIW email account (sent by Admissions to your personal email account after admission) or you have lost your login information, contact the help desk for assistance in recovering your username and password.
Remember: protecting your password is important. Do not give out your password to anyone!
Audiovisual Support
Audiovisual support for special events and classrooms is available through the Media Services office. For more information, visit the 25Live app or contact the Help Desk at (210) 829-2721 to put in the AV request.
Do Not Forget
At the university, we govern ourselves and our actions on the Internet through the use of several acceptable use policies. We have summarized the "do's and don'ts" of these policies elsewhere. You can view the full text of these policies in the UIW Policy library at https://www/uiw.edu/policy/it/
Related Links
List of additional Student Resources