Getting Connected at Illinois Wesleyan University

Obtaining a wired connection

Ethernet ports are available in all residence hall rooms, offices, and many other places on campus, such as the library and computer labs. A wired connection can be obtained by simply using an ethernet cable to connect your computer to the port on the wall. For this type of connction, no log-in is required and you should have access to the internet right away.

You can verify that you have a good connection if you are able to navigate to a web page using a web browser (such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, etc.).

For use with your personal computer, an Ethernet cord can be purchased from most electronic stores as well as from the IWU bookstore.

Ethernet ports in the residence halls

The Ethernet ports in the residence halls are combined with the phone ports, making the two sometimes difficult to distinguish. The active telephone and Ethernet ports can be distinguished by stickers which are located beside the port. For the Ethernet, look for a sticker with the image of a computer next to it.

Rooms on campus have active Ethernet ports correlating to the number of students meant to live in the room. If you are unable to get a connection, verify that you are plugged in to one of the active ports in your room (identified by the sticker).

Obtaining a wireless connection

Illinois Wesleyan provides secure wireless access from a number of public locations on campus. You will need to use your Illinois Wesleyan NetID and password in order to log in to the wireless network.

IWU-Wireless Network Locations

Instructions for connecting to IWU-Wireless
  • Adams Hall
  • East Street Apartments
  • Harriett House
  • IT House
  • Minor Myers Jr. Welcome Center
  • Presser Hall
  • The Ames Library
  • The Buck Memorial Library
  • The Center for Natural Sciences
  • The Center for Liberal Arts
  • The Hansen Student Center
  • The Memorial Center
  • Shaw Hall
  • Stevenson Hall
  • Evelyn Chapel
  • Holmes Hall (2nd floor)

In order for you to connect to the IWU-Wireless network, you will need to configure you computer to authenticate correctly. Select your operating system to begin.

Windows
Macintosh
Mobile

Note: Illinois Wesleyan University technology policy prohibits the use of wired or wireless hubs to extend the existing campus network.

Using your telephone on campus

The Telecommunication Office provides services for both landlines and mobile devices for members of Illinois Wesleyan's community. For instructions on using the CallPilot telephone system please refer to the command list for a listing of functions and commands within the voicemail system.

Student phones

We are in the process of moving phones out of the rooms and offering phones in the hallways of residence halls to allow students to make emergency, local, and toll free calls.

Using a television on campus

Cable Television - All rooms in the residence halls come equipped with one active cable outlet, providing cable service for the students use. Students will need to bring their own television and coaxial cable in order to access the television service.