Trying to remember a colleague’s extension? Hoping to make a quick call to the Copy & Mail Center to check if your print job is ready? Just dial x3411 on campus and ask for the person or department you want.

It’s easier than ever to connect by using the Simmons voice-activated directory. Call x3411or 617-521-3411 from off campus and say the name of the person or department you’re looking for and the system will route your call.

You can also search for departments by saying department guide or using synonyms, such as help desk to reach the Technology Service Desk. If the directory is unable to find a match, there’s an operator available to assist you during normal business hours.

In March 2018, Google will retire the desktop app that allows you to sync files from Drive to a folder on your computer. Between now and then, you might see a popup message in Google Drive stating that, “Google Drive for Mac/PC is going away soon. To continue syncing files on your desktop, install Drive File Stream.”

Drive File Stream is a new application that will free up space on your hard drive by storing documents in the cloud but displaying them in a folder on your computer. This change will improve integration with other Google Drive features and allow for seamless updates to shared documents.

Because Drive File Stream is significantly different from the existing app, we’re asking anyone with a Simmons-owned computer not to take action at this time. The Technology team is working to test Drive File Stream and prepare Service Desk technicians to support it. We will follow up early in the spring semester with more information and a detailed upgrade plan for the entire community.

Over the past three months, Simmons Technology fully updated the media system in C103 in the Main College Building. This room now has integrated digital tools for use in classes and meetings, including:

• High-lumen laser projector with a brighter image and a lamp that will never need to be replaced
• Digital video system that connects to most laptop computers
• Auto-tracking camera that shifts focus to whoever is speaking. This new camera will enhance video streaming, lecture capture, and web conferencing in the room
• Audio conferencing infrastructure
• Touchscreen controls for all room features

Visit the Service Desk website to learn more about C103’s new features, or call us (617-521-2222) to set up an appointment for in-room training.