Tablet Computers
Every full time, on-campus student is issued a Tablet computer for the entire semester. Part-time on campus students can gain Tablet PC access, as follows:
- Check out a Tablet PC from the Help Desk as needed for coursework and as available for homework;
or
- Pay an additional fee (based on credits enrolled) and be issued a Tablet PC for the entire semester. The cost of option 1 is included in the technology fee.
All users participating in the Tablet initiative get a new computer every 24 months and software is upgraded annually. Tablet PC access includes Microsoft Office Professional (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access), Movie Maker (editing and DVD authoring), Antivirus, a computer carrying case, and a computer exchange service in case of damage or corruption. All MSU students participating in the Tablet PC initiative have the option to purchase the Tablet PC for $1.00 upon graduation.