Student Technology Resources
Campus Computing Account
Students receive a campus computing account that allows them to log on to College Services, access computers in the computer labs and use the wireless network.
Your campus computing account username is your Western State College identification number which is printed on your WSC student identification card (stuxxxxxx). The default password will be provided by letter when you are accepted. Before using your account for the first time, you should enroll in the online password reset tool.
College Services (Previously known as WOL)
- Register for courses
- See your course schedule
- Pay your tuition/bill
- See tax information
- Unofficial Transcripts
Click here to access College Services.
Blackboard/Online Courses
Some of your courses may have an online component. Click here to access Blackboard. If you are having difficulty accessing Blackboard from your personal computer, please see our Using MyCourses page.
A select few classes are using the newest version of Blackboard, if your professor has told you to use the new version of Blackboard please click here.
MyFiles - OFF CAMPUS
The MyFiles tool allows you access to your files in your Student Drive and most files from Teacher Folders from off campus via the Internet. Click here to go to MyFiles - OFF CAMPUS. This access will not work on campus.
MyFiles - ON CAMPUS
The MyFiles tool allows you access to your files in your Student Drive and most files from Teacher Folders. On the campus computer or on your personal laptop go to Start on the lower left hand corner of your screen then go to Run. Type in \\Labserver then type in your login information. Your username will be wsc\stuxxxxxx (using your student number) and your normal password. If the last digit in your student number is odd you will be on student1 if the last digit on your student number is even you will be on student2. You will have 300 MB of storage available for use while you are a student at WSC.
Email is available for all students and is activated once you register for classes. Student e-mail at Western is hosted by Google and is available at MadJack Mail.
Login by typing your username (stuxxxxxx) and password. E-mail addresses are usually in the format firstname.lastname@western.edu, however there can be name conflicts, so be sure to check when you log in to Madjack Mail.
POP/IMAP are available as well as the ability to migrate your email to your Alumni email account by going here.
Student Helpdesk
Run by students for students, the Student Helpdesk is your main resource for getting computing answers on campus. Passwords don't work? Can't get connected to the internet? Don't know how to get a paper to print double-sided? Your computer is just plain broken? Visit the Helpdesk! Or call 970-943-3333.
Internet & Network Access
If you are living on campus, each residence hall room provides access to the network via a wired or wireless connection. Read More about connectivity types & requirements in the residence halls, including information on using online gaming consoles.
Wireless access is also available in all academic buildings and most outdoor common areas. There are two wireless networks available on campus. College Campus WiFi is the unsecure wireless network available to students and guests. For more information on how to connect, visit Network Access Requirements.
Computer Labs
Western State College maintains a number of student computing labs. The computers in these labs contain all the software that is used during course instruction. You can also access the Internet and email from these facilities. These labs are maintained largely through funding from the Student Computer Fee.
Printing is available in almost all computer labs on campus. Each student is given a 600 page quota each semester. Read more about the print policy at Western.
Personal Computers
Many students choose to bring their own computer to campus. Although this is not necessary, we do try to make integrating personal computers into our technology environment as simple as possible. There are a few requirements, so if you are bringing a computer you already have or are planning on purchasing one, make sure to review our personal computer recommendations and requirements.
