Frequently Asked Questions

What is Information Services?

Serving the information technology needs of the university's academic departments and programs, administrative functions, and outreach efforts, the Office of Information Services maintains, upgrades, and expands infrastructure, equipment, and software as an ongoing process. Information Services supports remote and local learning opportunities via Internet access, electronic mail accounts, and the maintenance of Saint Xavier University computer facilities and resources.

Information Services, however, should not be confused with the academic departments that offer computer-related courses, such as the Computer Science Department or Graham School of Management. Students interested in, or having questions about, undergraduate or graduate computer courses should contact the appropriate academic department or the office of Advising and Educational Planning Services.

What is IMail?

IMail is Saint Xavier University's e-mail system. For more information please see the IMail Information and Frequently Asked Questions web page.

What is Blackboard?

Blackboard is a web-based system that can be used by instructors to provide students with course-related material. Blackboard allows instructors to post various kinds of documents and graphics. It also facilitates communication through discussion board and chat room features.

If Blackboard is being used for a particular course, your instructor will provide you with a User ID and Password. You can then login to Blackboard at blackboard.sxu.edu.

For more information please see the Blackboard FAQ for Students (PDF).

What is CLAWS?

CLAWS stands for Cougars Local Academic Web Site. It will allow you to retrieve data and perform functions over the Internet that you would otherwise have to come to Saint Xavier University to do. Students and faculty will be able to access pertinent information at their convenience through this secure website. For more information, please see the CLAWS Frequently Asked Questions which can be found by going to https://claws.sxu.edu and following the CLAWS FAQ link on the bottom right portion of the page.

What is Colleague?

Colleague is the university's administrative information system. It is an integrated, advanced information technology solution designed specifically for higher education and encompassing financial, human resources, and student information.

What is Wintegrate?

Wintegrate is an application that must be installed on your Windows PC to allow you to connect to and use the Colleague system. If Wintegrate is not installed on your PC please call the Help Desk at Extension 3291.

 

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