FAST FIVE for week of August 26, 2012


Wireless upgrades: York University is upgrading its wireless service in preparation for the fall semester. The service is named AirYorkPlus and the project will implement new wifi equipment on a large scale across campus. The upgrades are intended to improve convenience of access by eliminating web-based login, and to improve performance of the network by increasing support of high-density areas on campus. Flying the friendly skies of AirYork

New classroom technology: The University of Calgary has implemented new classroom technology in 60 of its classrooms across campus. The new rooms have podiums with built-in control panels, document cameras, SMART podium monitors, and DVD players. the University is also offering in-person training to assist faculty with the new technology. New classroom technology model

Student safety: Queen's University has implemented a safety app for students. The SeQure system accesses safety information from a variety of information resources including University emergency data and the Kingston Police. A personal safety toolkit includes features such as a phone flashlight, alarm, and map of emergency locations on campus. Currently available on iTunes and Google Play, it will also be available for Blackberries in the near future. Queen's safety app

Library system upgrade: The University of Guelph is upgrading its Primo library system to version 4. The new release will add several features to the system including multiple facets selection, personalized ranking, and a "Like" feature. Primo library upgrade

UofT Tri-Campus Wireless: As part of long term improvements to campus wireless services, the University of Toronto has streamlined wifi authentication at all three of its campuses. Users will simply authenticate once and their device will automatically access wireless anywhere at the University. This upgrade enables roaming between buildings and among campuses. Tri-Campus wireless