Computers & Technology
Wherever you go—into classrooms, lecture halls, libraries, residence hall rooms or wireless—at UMass Amherst you'll have access to the latest technology, from laptop computers and specialized research tools to advanced media production equipment.
Office of Information Technologies (OIT)
OIT provides computing and telecommunications services.
- Getting started: With the Internet and email.
- OIT Accounts: Your key to computing services on campus.
- Academic Computing & Instructional Technnology: Using technology in your instruction or research.
- Computer Classrooms: For faculty and using computer technology in their coursework.
- Assistive Technologies Center: For those with an ADA-defined disability.
- Telephones & Telecommunication Services
Online tools
- SPIRE: Register for classes, see your grades, or check your personal school financial records.
- SPARK (previously known as WebCT): Course management for on-campus courses.
- UMass Online: Fully online courses offered through Continuing & Professional Education.
- OWL: Web-based homework system.
- UMail: Check your email from anywhere.
- UDrive: Store and share files.
Computer sales
- USave and University Store: Discounts on computer hardware
- Software purchasing and downloads through OIT
Computer Repair & Maintenance
The technical staff in OIT's Hardware Support Department repairs Apple and Windows-based computers as well as printers.
The Learning Commons
Library, technology and other campus services in one spot at the W.E.B Du Bois Library.
AIMS
Video services, AV support, and consulting.