Fordham University is making the switch to Microsoft Office 2007
Posted by Kristen Treglia on July 16, 2009
FAQs about the change-over to Office 2007:
When will the computer labs have MS Office 2007?
The computer labs on the Rose Hill, Lincoln Center, and Westchester campuses will begin installing MS Office 2007 this summer.
How do I get MS Office 2007 installed on my office computer?
Contact the University Help Desk to put in a request by phone (718-817-3999) or email (helpdesk@fordham.edu). User Support will be notified and will schedule a mutually convenient appointment at the client’s location to install the software.
Can I get a copy of MS Office 2007 for my home computer?
If you are a full time faculty member, then you are eligible to download Microsoft Office 2007 for $9.95.
Stop by the Faculty Technology Center or Walk-In Technology Center on your campus and present a valid Fordham Faculty ID to have your license approved. An email will then be sent to your fordham email address with a link to download Office 2007. Payment via major credit card will be required at the time you download the software.
What if I need help using Office 2007?
Fordham IT Training is offering training classes this summer and fall semesters. Visit the Fordham IT Training website or email training@fordham.edu. We will also be posting tips, tutorials, and resources for the next several weeks on the ITAC blog.
Additional Information:
On July 15, 2009 Fordham IT began distributing to the University community Microsoft Office 2007 for PC users and Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac users. The new Office Suite will be delivered with new and replacement equipment or upon request. Prior versions will no longer be distributed at the University, however support will continue until July 1, 2012.
New or Replaced Equipment: All new and lease-replacement desktop computers will be distributed with Office 2007/2008. Any existing computers that must have the operating system reinstalled will be returned to the client with Office 2007/2008.
