Ferris has a diverse group of technology-related committees set up to address different
technology needs. Below is a list of those groups and their purpose.
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The principal role of the Technical Review Team (TRT) is caretaker of Ferris State
University's enterprise application systems*. Primarily upon direction from the university
constituency, this team will:
- Coordinate installation of application software
- Coordinate software integration between applications
- Coordinate software and hardware upgrades
- Recommend priorities and time lines for projects based on resource availability
- Balance work load for on-going maintenance per resource availability
- Problem solve across functional areas
- Share relevant issues among technical staff
TRT Homepage
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The task force’s overarching goal is to plan strategically for e-learning at Ferris
State University. Included in this goal is the expectation that the University’s e-learning
efforts will increase in number and improve in quality. The primary thrust of the
group’s attention will be in these four areas:
- Setting strategic directions (mission, vision, annual goals)
- Establishing policies, standards, and procedures
- Prioritizing financial investments (often based on recommendations from other groups)
- Determining roles and responsibilities in broad terms (not particular tasks)
E-Learning Management Advisory Page
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Is responsible for recommending, implementing and using IT tools to send messages
to the campus community in a emergency/crisis situation.
Emergency Preparedness Page
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The primary mission of the Learning Technologies Advisory Board is to work hand in
hand with the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning, Information Technology Services
Division, and faculty, to support their growth in the use of current and emerging
learning technologies. Meeting minutes can be accessed here.
Learning Technologies Advisory Page
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The FACT will work together to coordinate and prioritize technical and functional
work relating to integrated software applications of the University. These applications
will include the Banner system and other integrated systems that require university
technical resources.
FACT Homepage
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Puts specific goals and initiatives of the University into practice to enhance our
students' educational experience, insure a welcoming community, sustain the financial
position of the institution, provide quality learning and living facilities, enrich
collaboration, and foster innovation.
Strategic Planning and Resource Council Page
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The IT Governance Committee was formed to review new software application requests
in order to reduce the overall number of software packages that are outdated or redundant
which are currently being supported by the ITS department.
IT Governance Committee Page