Wireless connectivity is available for Wi-Fi capable personal devices throughout the Elms College campus. There is wireless coverage in every building and outdoor area on campus, including:
Rose Williams Residence Hall (each room and common area)
O'Leary Residence Hall (each room and common area)
Devine Residence Hall (each room and common area)
Alumnae Library
Mary Dooley College Center
Maguire Center
Lyons Center
Berchmans Hall.
Spaulding
Gaylord Mansion
Athletic fields
The Quad and Firepit
Maguire gym and pool areas.
Wi-Fi access is available for gaming devices on the Elms Gaming network. Users can temporarily use the Elms-Guest network to setup their Elms account or to configure Gaming network access. Guest to campus can join the Elms-Guest network for short-term Internet access.
If you choose this network, you will need a valid email account or a cellphone to receive a temporary access code. Temporary access to the wireless network is valid for 48 hours.
The Wired internet access is usually more stable than Wi-Fi when using your computer online. If you are having difficulty with slowness or dropped connectivity, try the following:
On Zoom, drop the video and just use audio
Make sure others in your household are not streaming movies or using gaming consoles
Test your internet speed HERE or contact your internet service provider for assistance
Many internet service providers are offering free or very low-cost internet and WiFi to college students. Check out:
Public Wi-Fi is available at the Chicopee Public Library: https://www.chicopeepubliclibrary.org/libinfo/policies/wireless-internet-policy
In addition, the map below shows nearby locations where you can access free public wireless internet.