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If I don't bring a computer, are there ones for me to use?
Yes! Students have access to computers in the general computing labs in Maxey Hall, the Hall of Science, Olin Hall, Reid Campus Center, and Penrose Library. These facilities house Windows PCs, Macs, black & white Laserjet printers, color printer (library only), scanners, and even large-format color plotter printing (available in the Maxey and Science Computer Labs by appointment). Laptops are also available for checkout and use within the Library, offered on a first come first served basis for a four-hour checkout period (Windows, Mac, & Chromebook). The Multimedia Development lab in Hunter Conservatory houses Macs with multimedia software (Adobe apps, Apple apps), image scanning, and more. Several academic departments, including art, music, math, geology, and physics provide specialized computer facilities for their students as well.
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We live are living through the Coronavirus pandemic. Many of the facilities listed above may either have limited availability or be altogether closed. For this reason, if you need a computer to do your schoolwork and you don't have one, please contact the Bridget Jacobson (jacobsbk@whitman.edu, 509-527-5158) in the Dean of Students office for assistance.
What if I don't bring other things listed on this web page that are "recommended"?
All of the items listed below (computers, headphones, webcams, etc) are available online and can be shipped to you here at Whitman. If you do not have these items, are unable to acquire them, and need assistance, please contact the Bridget Jacobson (jacobsbk@whitman.edu, 509-527-5158) in the Dean of Students office.
Your steps for preparation:
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- If you have a Windows PC, it should have at least an Intel I3 processor with 8GB RAM (16GB recommended), running Windows 10.
- If you have an Apple Mac, it should have at least an Intel I3 processor with 8GB RAM (16GB recommended), running OS X 10.14 High Sierra or higher.
Keep in mind that older computer may not continue to last more than a year or two. And even if it is able to run the necessary software now, that may cease to be the case in a year or two.
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