Tech and Trek
Image: Tech and Trek students in library
About Tech & Trek
All full-time traditional and online students as well as faculty and staff are issued the latest generation of Apple learning tools to hone students’ academic, interpersonal, and reflective skills:
- Apple iPad
- Apple Pencil
- Keyboard/Case
The program’s primary aim is to teach “mindful technology™”– where students learn how to creatively and critically use technology to enhance their learning on and beyond the campus. Every full-time traditional college student receives a top-end pair of hiking boots as part of Tech and Trek.
Learning Technologies Help desk
The Learning Technologies Help Desk is here to assist, faculty, staff, and students with any problems or questions regarding iPad kits or other learning technologies. Our services include:
- Assistance with designing or completing classroom assignments on the iPad
- Troubleshooting iPad and app software issues.
- Providing support and training in utilizing the iPad, apps, and other learning technologies
- Replacing broke or defective devices and accessories
Email: techandtrek@hiram.edu
Phone: 330.569.6040
Location: Library, Lower-Level/Basement, Media Services and Learning Technologies Help Desks
Academic Year Hours: Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Summer and Break Hours: Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Podcast Studio
The Podcast Studio is located in a newly remodeled space in the basement of the Kennedy Center. The studio, affectionately referred to as “The Bark Relaunch” in honor of the former radio station that previously resided in the space, officially opened on February 26, 2019.
TECH AND TREK MAILING FORMS AND WAIVERS
Equipment Return Form – This should be completed if you need to return your device; this includes CCP students who have completed their studies, traditional students who are withdrawing, or faculty/staff leaving the college.
Equipment Replacement Form – For students, faculty or staff who are experiencing issues with their hardware and need to get a replacement via mail, because they are unable to make it to campus for an in-person replacement.