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Bridges, powered by Sakai, is an open-source course management system for creating web-based instructional materials.  Bridges offers the academic community a unified platform to manage courses, create e-portfolios, and collaborate on research, projects, and other university activities.

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If you have questions or need further assistance, please email id@rwu.edu or call (401) 254-6363, option 2.

The IT department provides, delivers, and maintains technology in Â鶹ɫÇéƬ classrooms. Instructors can request the or an

For classroom support review the .  Details about classrooms and their technology inventory are available in the .
To report a problem in a classroom, call (401) 254-6363 or .

Planning an event at Â鶹ɫÇéƬ?  IT can help with and .  For outside groups, see our .

Planning Ahead:

• Request classroom equipment at least 2 business days before you need it
• Request video or event services at least 1 week before the event
• Support hours are provided on Â鶹ɫÇéƬ's IT Webpage under "Hours of Operation"

Â鶹ɫÇéƬ provides computer classrooms/labs across the academic buildings.  For more information, including room capacity, visit the Hours of operation vary depending on class schedules.  Â鶹ɫÇéƬ software offerings include Microsoft Office products along with course-specific offerings. 

Lab Locations (Bristol):

Mario J. Gabelli School of Business
SB 100 (PC)
SB 223 (PC)  

Marine and Natural Sciences Building
MNS 211 (Mac)  

School of Engineering, Computing and Construction Management
SE 206 (PC)  

Global Heritage Hall
GHH G12 (Mac)
GHH G13 (Mac)

Lab Locations (Providence):

Rooms 230, 343 and 347 (PC)

Information Technology provides support for University-owned desktops and laptops, either remotely or in person at your desk. This includes setup, maintenance, and repairs.

Faculty and staff can report issues or ask questions through the or by calling the MediaTech Desk at (401) 254-6363. Requests are automatically sent to the right support person.

To request computer equipment moves, submit a .  For departmental moves, please request at least 1 month in advance, and for individual moves, at least 3 days in advance so we can schedule staff.

Email and Calendaring for faculty, staff and administration is provided by Microsoft O365.

For more information, visit our . 

All service request and incident forms are available at the .

Â鶹ɫÇéƬ uses ADSelfService Plus to help users manage their passwords.  ADSelfService Plus is a secure, easy-to-use web tool that allows you to reset your password or unlock your accounts (O365, Gmail) without contacting the helpdesk.

If you have questions or need additional assistance, please contact the MediaTech helpdesk at (401) 254-6363 or mediatech@rwu.edu

To request an office phone or get support, visit the

To request access to a shared printer, please complete the following request form:

Cloud computing is a strategy to provide collaboration, storage and access to applications from a centralized server. Â鶹ɫÇéƬ Virtual Labs by Apporto provides virtual desktops, allowing students to log in 24/7 and access a customized desktop from their own computer.

Â鶹ɫÇéƬ Virtual Labs

Faculty use RogerCentral to review rosters, complete advising, submit grades, check pay advices, update banking and personal information, including emergency contacts and addresses.

Â鶹ɫÇéƬ offers a broad range of to the Â鶹ɫÇéƬ community.  For assistance in getting access to any of these applications, please contact .

Approval to purchase software outside of the Â鶹ɫÇéƬ offerings can be requested here:  

Software request approvals are evaluated based on Â鶹ɫÇéƬ policies, including the Acceptable Use Policy and Use and Approval of Third-Party Add-ins and Plug-ins Policy.  

For a list of training resources at Â鶹ɫÇéƬ, please visit the Technology Training page.

Â鶹ɫÇéƬ provides wireless coverage across both the Bristol and Providence campuses for research, academics, and study.

For more information or assistance, visit the

Policies and Guides:

Â鶹ɫÇéƬ Wireless Airspace Policy