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Information technology services

Access the help desk. Get individual computer support. The Department of Information Technology Services (IT) provides a variety of services to help you get and stay connected.

We believe a technology-rich environment prepares students to succeed in today’s marketplace. The Young Harris College IT department provides customer help desk service, network service, telecommunications, information systems, and instructional technology.

The IT department is located in the top floor of the Pruitt-Barrett Administration Building.

Hours
Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

(706) 379-5212

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Technology available at YHC

In addition to wireless internet, student email, Microsoft Office, and computer labs, YHC offers a variety of helpful apps and other services to help you stay connected.

YHC App

Stay on top of events, classes and assignments with the built-in calendar function. Get notified of important dates, deadlines, and security announcements. Make friends, ask questions, and access campus resources.

Moodle Mobile

Access all of your courses and studies directly on your mobile devices. Open Moodle.

One Card

YHC One Card is the official ID card of Young Harris College. It provides dining hall admittance, electronic key access, and balance for use in the dining hall, Chick-fil-A, and Starbucks.

Connect to the YHC network

Minimum system requirements

Windows: Windows 10. 8GB RAM minimum | 8GB+ recommended

Macintosh: Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina or higher – 4GB RAM minimum | 8GB+ recommended

Antivirus: Students are required to have an active antivirus product installed on their personal computers before being able to connect to the YHC network.

Microsoft Office: Students are provided with a downloadable copy of Microsoft Office 365. Once you have obtained a YHC username and password, you can find download instructions on the Information Technology webpage of YHC Connect.

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Need IT help?

The Help Desk is the central point of contact for the Office of Information Technology.

If you have any questions relating to campus technology or support, please email the Help Desk or call (706) 379-5212.

Email the help desk

Frequently asked questions about IT

Where can I access Wi-Fi?

Wireless connectivity is available in most areas of campus. Young Harris College is a Wi-Fi-only campus. All residential halls have 100% wireless coverage and require a computer with wireless capability to access the College network.

How do I access student email?

All students are provided with a network login and email address. This includes a 25GB mailbox and 1TB OneDrive. You can log into your student email via Microsoft Outlook.

Access student email

Where can I access a computer?

Computers are available for use in the Zell & Shirley Miller Library and specific computer labs related to academic disciplines.

How do I access Microsoft Office program such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel?

Students are provided with a downloadable copy of Microsoft Office 365. Programs include Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Microsoft Office is downloadable on PCs and Macs (up to five devices).Once you have obtained a YHC username and password, you can find download instructions on the Information Technology webpage of YHC Connect.