

Laptop Programs:
Technology
Having the right tools is important, which is why we provide a common device to support your learning and life at Ohio State. Check out FAQs, tutorials and other resources to help you make the most of your technology kit.
What You Will Be Receiving
Apple iPad
10.5 inch Space Gray, 256GB, Wi-FiA Protective Case
You will be provided a high-quality case to provide protection for your device and hold your Apple Pencil. STM Dux Shell pictured.Smart Keyboard
The keyboard is easy to attach and allows you to type with your iPad as you would a laptop.Apple Pencil
The pencil can be used to navigate and make selections on your iPad, hand-write notes, draw, design and more.AppleCare+
All devices are covered by a 1-year manufacturer warranty. Additionally, you will receive three years of AppleCare+ which also covers your device in the case of accidental damage. The Apple Pencil has one year of AppleCare+. The Smart Keyboard is not covered by AppleCare+. If you do experience a major damage and need to utilize AppleCare+, you will be responsible for paying the $49 damage replacement fee associated with AppleCare+.Technology Ownership
Apps
Current Students + Eligibility
Am I eligible for an iPad? Choose which option best describes your Ohio State status:- Current student: You may be eligible for a technology kit if you started at Ohio State during or after fall 2018 and have no prior higher education experience at any other college or university. (Classes taken during high school for college credit are not counted as prior experience.)
- Incoming first-year student: If you are graduating high school this year, you are eligible for a technology kit.
- Incoming transfer student: You are eligible if you began college at your original university in fall of 2018 or later. When you transfer to Ohio State we use this original college start date to determine if you are part of an eligible class of students.
- Incoming gap year or delayed start student: If you graduated high school prior to 2018 but are beginning your college experience for the first time, you're eligible for a technology kit.
- Military Affiliated Student: New undergraduate students with military affiliation starting for the first time at Ohio State in fall 2018 or later are eligible for a technology kit.
- Thompson Library room110 (10) and 0045 (10).
- Stillman Hall Digital Union, room 145 (19) and 130 (9) hallway (row of computers in hallway outside 145).
- Hagerty Digital Union, room 171. (16)
- Enarson Classrooms Building Digital Union, room 0012 (10) and 0005 (9) hallway (just outside of 0012 Digital Union).
- Prior Hall Digital Union, room 460a. (6)
- Workshops: During orientations at Newark and Columbus campuses, workshops will be offered to help students maximize their use of iPad and devices. At other regional campuses, this will occur during their survey courses.
- Peer Assistance: Our team of Student Mentors will be available to help students at Digital Flagship programming and during drop-in hours.
- Tutorials: Short video tutorials and “challenges” will be highlighted in the Discover app for students to learn tips and tricks for using their iPads and apps.
- Handbook: The Digital Flagship Handbook will be provided to students on their iPads. It will cover important information related to their iPads, apps, OSU tech tools, privacy, security and some basic digital literacy tips.
- Student Staff Training: RAs, Peer Leaders, and Dennis Learning Center Academic Coaches (among others) will learn how to best guide and direct students in using their iPads or getting help with something goes wrong.
Mobile Design Lab
Coding and digital skills are on the move across Ohio.
Programming
What to Expect When Visiting
Can I come in if I see the lab around campus? -Yes! We love drop-in visitors and will be happy to show you around. If an event is closed to visitors, we will have a sign out front. You are welcome to come with a specific item like help with coding, app design or your iPad but you don't need to. We'll introduce you to the space and how it can be of use to you. Are events in the Mobile Design lab free? -Yes, Mobile Design Lab events and programs are free to all. Additionally, no appointment is required during events or drop-in office hours to use the Macbooks and iPads available in the space. What is the space like? Is there seating? -Yes, there is plenty of seating! The space inside is designed for collaboration and individual work. You'll see large screens for projecting at events as well as smaller monitors for consultations and other activities. Inside, the Mobile Design Lab has a variety of different seating options. Our events are designed to encourage collaboration so you'll see small-group booths, a large L-shaped couch area and a long high-top table. The lab has a large awning that you will see in warmer months. This space has a TV screen for presentations as well as tables and chairs for events and consultations. For a more complete idea of what the space will feel like, check out the images of the lab below. Does the Mobile Design Lab offer tech support? -The Mobile Design Lab does not offer software installation, hardware maintenance or technology repair services. Please visit the Get Help page for more information about tech support services at the university or contact the IT Service Desk directly.Accreditation:
FAQs
- When will I receive my device?
- Do I still need to buy a laptop?
- If I decline the iPad, do I receive another device, credit or other compensation?
- What if I already have an iPad or other tablet?
- Can I take the iPad home over breaks?
- Where can I learn more about on how to use my iPad?
- Is Ohio State committed to only one type of technology?
- I'm leaving the university and need to return my iPad, where do I go?
- Columbus: Enarson Hall 030 (Classroom Services Equipment Loan Desk) open weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Newark: 196 Founders Hall
- Mansfield: BuckeyeBar in Bromfield Library and Information Commons from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday
- Lima: Technology Helpdesk in 355 Galvin Hall
- Marion: Marion Library Helpdesk
- Wooster/ATI: 200 E Halterman Hall
- Who owns the devices?
- What if I withdraw or transfer from Ohio State?
- Will I be able to customize my device?
- Are there any prohibited actions on the device? Will I be locked out of Netflix?
- What information is being gathered through my iPad?
We will not be monitoring your day-to-day activities on your iPad. The mobile device management system does collect data on the apps that are installed on your iPad but does not provide data on when, where, or how those apps were used.
That being said, Ohio State does monitor all network traffic and the mobile device management system will have the ability to alert us if you do something illegal, try to jailbreak your device, or download an app not found in the official Apple App Store. If we are alerted to these activities we notify you and reset or 'brick' your device.
The full answer can be found in the Digital Flagship Student Technology Agreement.
Each app you use has a privacy statement that explains how the app collects and uses information.
- How do I get help? What if my iPad is lost / stolen / broken?
- I wasn't able to pick up my device at orientation, what is my next step?
- Newark: 196 Founders Hall
- Mansfield: BuckeyeBar in Bromfield Library and Information Commons
- Lima: Technology Helpdesk in 355 Galvin Hall
- Marion: Marion Library Helpdesk
- Wooster/ATI: 200 E Halterman Hall
- What if I need to use assistive technology?
- How do I back up my Explain Everything files?
- Set up Cloud Storage:
- Explain EDU > from the library > ellipses > settings > integrations.
- Switch the sliders of the personal cloud storage you will use.
- If you want to export an individual project file, which allows you to edit project files at another time:
- Explain EDU > Load the project you want to export > Export as (near the top right of screen) > project > copy to the cloud storage of your choice.
- If you want to export an individual video file:
- Explain EDU > Load the project you want to export > Export as (near the top right of screen) > Video > copy to the cloud storage of your choice.