Computers Now Required at Michigan State
EAST LANSING, Mich. — Freshmen entering Michigan State University in the fall of 2001 will be expected to have a computer, the school's board of trustees announced last month.
The policy will allow students to choose either a desktop or laptop system. Students can select their own vendor, brand and operating system as long as the computer can be attached to the Internet at speeds of at least 10 million bits per second. The computers also must permit use of Web-based instructions and electronic library materials.
Michigan State Provost Dr. Lou Anna K. Simon says computer knowledge and experience is critical in today's society. She says students' ability to integrate computers into their daily work and education will be key to their success.
University officials say student loans are available to help students buy computers.
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