Special announcement for fall 2009 freshmen
The College of Journalism and Mass Communications is requiring all new students to either own or have access to a laptop computer ready for use in Andersen Hall. This requirement is effective with the fall 2009 entering class. Students must either own, lease or be able to use on a permanent and regular basis a computer. Please note your computer MUST meet or exceed the technological specifications listed below.
You may purchase your laptop from a vendor of your choice or you may use UNL's Computer Shops. Because of preferred-vendor pricing, you may be able to purchase a computer through the university at some cost-savings. This Web site, http://shop.unl.edu/Journalism.php, will take you to the UNL Computer Shop; here, click on the "Incoming Students" link in the left-column navigation, and you will find information specific to our college.
During your freshman year in the college, you will be using your computer primarily for word processing. As you progress in the college, your software needs will grow. As long as your laptop meets the specifications listed below, you will be able to add appropriate software as you advance through each step of your journalism education.
If you cannot afford to purchase your own laptop, please contact Tim Anderson (402 472-3034 or tanderson5@unl.edu) for information about using a college-owned computer.
If your current laptop meets the minimum specifications, we do not require you to buy a new computer. If your machine does not meet the minimum requirements, call any of UNL's three Computer Shops at 402-472-0505, Nebraska Union; 402-310-0021 Nebraska East Union; or 402-472 5787, 501 Stadium Drive about potential upgrades that would meet the requirements.
Sample options and prices from UNL Computer Store (as of 7 May 2009)
http://shop.unl.edu/Journalism.php
Prices are subject to change and are not guaranteed
Mac laptops and supporting software
MacBook 13" / 120GB / 2GB /NVIDIA-9400 / White $1,091.99
Includes AppleCare 3-year warranty and Microsoft Office
MacBook Pro 15" / 250GB / 2GB / GeForce 9600 w/ 256 ram $2,047.99
Includes AppleCare 3-year warranty and Microsoft Office
Windows laptops and supporting software
Dell Inspiron 13.3" / 250GB / 4GB / Intel X3100 / 3-year warranty $823.00
Dell Latitude E6500 15.4" / 160GB / 2GB / Quadro NVS w/256 ram $1,143.00
3-year warranty
Note it may take a few weeks to more than one month from the time an order is placed to the time the computer is received. All students are expected to have their computers on or before Sept. 1, 2009.
The College of Journalism and Mass Communications and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln prohibit the use of pirated software. To gain access to the UNL computer network, student must certify that all software on their computers has been legitimately obtained. Students who have pirated software on their computers will not be able to have their computers serviced and can be reported to student judicial affairs.
Computer specifications
All students in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications are required to lease, purchase or have ready access to a laptop computer that meets or exceeds the specifications listed below. Students may choose between a PC or MAC platform (PC specs are listed first, MAC specs are listed second.) This laptop computer is an integral tool in journalism education.
Student License Program - UNL Students only
2009-2010 Computer Policy (instituted May 2009)
Hardware Specifications (PC )
CPU: Intel or AMD 2.00ghz dual core processor
Display: 13" widescreen minimum
RAM: 2 GB minimum
Disk Storage: 120 GB minimum
Optical Drive: DVD +/- R/RW
External Mouse: 2-button with scroll wheel recommended
Screen resolution: 1280 x 800 or better
Wireless: 802.11b/g Wireless Card
Operating System: Windows XP Professional or Windows Vista Enterprise
(Can upgrade from UNL computer store for $15.00)
Warranty: 3-year extended recommended
Application Software (PC)
Virus: Sophos (provided by UNL*)
(Each student will be assessed a $6/semester connectivity fee for access to network printing, e-mail, and telnet.)
Hardware Specifications (MAC)
CPU: MacBook 2.00ghz dual core processor
Display: 13" widescreen minimum
RAM: 2 GB minimum
Disk Storage: 120 GB minimum
Optical Drive: DVD +/- R/RW
External Mouse: 2-button with scroll wheel recommended
Wireless: Airport Extreme
Operating System: OS X 10.5(Can upgrade from UNL computer store for $69.00)
Warranty: 3-year extended recommended
Optional Hardware: Flash Drive (2 GB or higher)
Optional Hardware: External Firewire/USB 2.0 Drive
Application Software (MAC)
Virus: Sophos (provided by UNL*)
(Each student will be assessed a $6/semester connectivity fee for access to network printing, e-mail, and telnet.)
Other Educational Resellers
Academic Superstore
* Web site: http://www.academicsuperstore.com/
* Phone: 800-817-2347
Campus Tech
* Web site: http://www.campustech.com/
* Phone: 800 874 9001
* E-Mail: sales@journeyed.com
CCV Software
* Web site: http://www.ccvsoftware.com/
* Phone: 800 541 6078
* E-Mail: sales@journeyed.com
Creation Engine
* Web site: http://www.creationengine.com/
* Phone: 800 431 8713
* E-Mail: sales@creationengine.com
Educational Resources
* Web site: http://www.edresources.com/
* Phone: 800 860 7004
* E-Mail: sales@edresources.com
Genesis
* Web site: http://www.genesis-technologies.com/
* Phone: 800 433 6326
* E-Mail: sales@genesis-technologies.com
Gradware
* Web site: http://www.gradware.com/
* Phone: 866 871 6595
* E-Mail: info@gradware.com
JourneyEd
* Web site: http://www.journeyed.com/
* Phone: 800 874 9001
* E-Mail:
ScholarBuys
* Web site: http://www.scholarbuys.com/
* Phone: 877 999 9294
* E-Mail: sales@scholarbuys.com
School World
* Web site: http://www.logisoft.com/
* Phone: 800 554 2991
* E-Mail: edusales@schoolworld.com
Software Express
* Web site: http://www.swexpress.com/
* Phone: 800 527 7638
Studica
* Web site: http://www.studica.com/
* Phone: 888 561 7521
