Information Technology

The Oxford College Information Technology team (OCIT) provides a dynamic technology environment designed to support and enrich your liberal arts experience. Below are our recommendations and requirements to help ensure a smooth transition to campus.

Getting Started

Computer Requirements  

  • A laptop meeting the following specifications: 
    • Operating System: Windows  11 or MacOS 13.1 or later 
    • CPU: Dual Core 2GHz 
    • Memory: 4GB minimum; 8GB recommended or larger 
    • Storage: 128GB 
    • Processor: 8th-gen Intel/ Zen2 AMD or later 
    • Additional needs: microphone, speakers/headphones, webcam (to participate online with Canvas and Zoom) 
    • Internet: reliable access with download/upload speeds of at least 800kbps (test your speed here)
  • Security 
  • Get Connected to Wi-Fi (EmoryUnplugged) 
    • EmoryUnplugged covers the entire campus from residence halls to the Quad. You must be on campus to connect your laptop, phone, and other devices. Connecting to EmoryUnplugged
  • International Students Technology 
    • Outside of the United States, to access Emory resources requires Virtual Private Network (VPN). Follow these instructions for VPN in off-campus network connectivity. 

Tools You Will Use

  • Online Pathway to University Services (OPUS): Use OPUS to register for classes, check grades, review bill, update your privacy settings, and much more. 
  • Audio/Video Conferencing (Zoom): To connect with your adviser, meet your future roommate, or talk in class, use this audio-conferencing tool. 
  • Digital Learning Environment (Canvas): Canvas is a Learning Management System used by your teacher to communicate and share class syllabi, rubrics, assignments, discussion boards, grades, and other teaching needs. 
  • Email: All official communications from your teachers, advisers, and administrators go to your @emory.edu email address. Access that and calendar via: http://email.emory.edu/ 
  • Microsoft Office: The basic MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote) is available at no cost. To install go to emory.edu > My Account > Install Office. 
  • EaglePrint: For use on Emory-wide printers, use these installation instructions. 

IT Services Provided

IT Help