Housing

Residence Hall Services

ResNet (Hard-Wired Connection)

ResNet currently provides up to 2 Gbps for internet access, as well as network and technical support to students who wish to connect their computer systems to the WIU network in the residence halls. 

  • ResNet connections are hard wired and available in every room in every residence hall.
  • To gain a hard-wired connection on two or more computers or devices in the room, you will need to purchase;
    • A switch (approximately $20-30, also available at the University Bookstore
    • Additional Ethernet cable  

Learn more about ResNet and how to get connected!

Wireless

Wireless access is available in all residence hall common areas and rooms. To access the WIU wireless, you will use your WIU Ecom username and password. Wireless routers are not permitted in the residence halls. 

Computer Labs and Print Stations

Large computer labs for residence hall students are located in Corbin-Olson, Thompson, and Lincoln-Washington Halls. All labs are equipped with MS Windows and Macintosh workstations and laser printers, and they are all connected to the University-wide Local Area Network (LAN). The LAN provides access to the more popular word-processing, spreadsheet, database-management, and classroom-specific software programs available on today’s market. Students are also able to gain access to other mainframe computers and may use electronic mail to communicate with other students. Students are invited to take advantage of the many benefits of computerization in preparing their class assignments.

Cable

All residence hall rooms have access to the residential television network with over 90 channels to choose from.

MicroFridge Rental

For $150/year rent (will be auto split if two roommates order a MicroFridge), any residence hall student can rent a microwave/refrigerator combination unit and we'll deliver it to your room!