Information Technologies

Services and Resources

Wifi Access

Storm’s Wireless Network is the College’s official wifi network. You will see this on your computer or mobile device’s available wifi networks to join when on-campus as “stormswirelessnet”. Our wireless network is available to students and employees with a valid network user id and password. Guests of the College can also register to access our network.

Instructions on How to Connect to the Storm’s Wireless Network

• St. Scholastica Students and Employees
• Guest User Login:
  • Connect to the CSS-Guest Network. There is no password as your traffic is encrypted using other methods
  • When you open a browser window, the “Welcome to CSS-Guest” screen will open
  • Read the information and check the box saying you read and acknowledge the Terms and Conditions
  • Click the ‘Continue to the Internet’ button and you will be redirected

Web Conferencing

The College uses Zoom for its web-conferencing needs. All faculty, staff and students can read more about Zoom resources on my.CSS.

Hybrid Classrooms

The College’s Information Technologies Department supports a wide range of technology and services in the classrooms and beyond across all our campuses. The majority of our classrooms are equipped with projectors and displays, supporting both lecture and active learning. Classroom computers and cameras allow classes to be delivered in a hybrid format, providing access and flexibility for faculty and students.

Technology Requirements for Students

The College of St. Scholastica recommends the use of a laptop that meets the standards below. There is a possibility that other systems may perform adequately, but may not be supported. Tablets, Chromebooks and mobile devices may lack some essential functionalities, which could make coursework challenging.

• Minimum recommended PC requirements: Three years or newer with the latest operating system updates
• Minimum recommended Mac requirements: Three years or newer with latest macOS updates

If you need Windows on your Mac, you will need to look at a software solution such as VirtualBox or Parallels. MacBooks are not recommended for some coursework. Check with academic departments for further recommendations.

Base Specifications

• Built-in webcam, microphone and speakers (headphones recommended)
• 16 GB Memory (RAM)
• 512 GB Storage (SSD)

Internet Connection

Students will need access to a reliable internet connection and the latest version of one of the following browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Microsoft Edge

Software

• Word processing program (certain courses or degree programs may require a specific processing program). The College provides Google Drive that can be used. Current students can also download Microsoft Office.
• Additional software as required by specific courses or degree programs