Blackboard Information

• How do I request a new Blackboard course?
  Once you have verified with your department that you are the instructor of record (IOR), you may then request your Blackboard course by following the instructions found at www.blackboard.niu.edu/blackboard/start/request.shtml?
• How do I combine multiple sections when requesting my Blackboard course?
• How do I copy course materials from one semester to the next in Blackboard?
• How do I make my course available in Blackboard?
• How do I add my GA/TA to my Blackboard course?
• How do I print a copy of my Grade Center from Blackboard?
• How can I add video files to a Blackboard course?
• How can I use Blackboard to digitally grade assignments?

Computer Labs

• What is Citrix?
• What are the benefits of Citrix?
• How do I get into Citrix?
• How/Where do I save my files in Citrix?
• What are these error messages?
• How do I reserve a computer lab?
• How can I get one-on-one training on this procedure for scheduling labs?

Anywhere Lab

• How do I access the Anywhere Lab (Citrix)?
• If I decide not to use the lab, when and how do I cancel the reservation?
• I really need a Computer lab for just one day, and they are all booked for that time period. What are my options?

Printing in Barsema

• What is Anywhere Printing?
• What is the new printing policy?
• How do I print from labs?
• How do I print from my personal laptop or desktop?
• How do I print from a mobile device like a tablet or smartphone?
• Where can I find an Anywhere printer?
• What do I do if I have a problem or comment?
• Why can't I use my free print quota to print to an Anywhere printer?

Software Requests

• How do I request new software in the labs or on Citrix?
• What is the Microsoft Campus Agreement for faculty and staff?
• How do I access Viusal Studio?

Announcement Procedures in Barsema

• How can I post an announcement in Barsema Hall?
• How can I welcome a guest using the announcement system in Barsema Hall?

Barsema Classroom Information

• Where can I find the layout of a classroom?
• How do I reserve a classroom?
• How do I replenish classroom supplies?
• In which rooms may I move the furniture?
• How do I receive podium training?

Quick Links

• Announcement Form - General
• Announcement Form - Welcome
• Barsema Computer Labs
• Blackboard Login
• COB Forms (listing of all)
• COB Email Groups
• GroupWise WebMail Access
• ITS Forms
• Map of Barsema Hall
• MyNIU
• NIU Human Resources
• Technology Resources
• Wireless Set-up Instructions

For a more extensive listing of NIU resources please visit the NIU Faculty & Staff Page.

COBTech Solution Cards

COBTech Solutions cards were created to provide you with simple solutions to everyday technology questions. Go to www.cob.niu.edu/cobtech/solutioncards.asp for answers to many of your technology questions.