Technology Services
Technology Services strives to provide professional computing support and services to enhance student learning at Lees-McRae College and is constantly striving to leverage IT best practices, utilizing an approach that is both creative and pragmatic.
Services for Students
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Office 365 is provided complimentary to all students, which includes the latest Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Teams, and more, plus 1TB of secure cloud storage.
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SpectrumU streaming television service is provided to all residential students. With nearly 150 live TV channels, on-demand content from popular networks, and a personal DVR, SpectrumU provides all the content of cable or satellite TV with all the convenience of streaming.
How to Login
Resident students can log in to this service using their Lees-McRae email address and password when connected to the Lees-McRae network.
How to Watch
Watch on Computer
- Launch SpectrumU.
- Enter lmc.edu as your school domain.
- Sign in with your Lees-McRae email address and password, if prompted.
Watch on Mobile Device
- Visit the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and download the SpectrumU app (not the Spectrum app).
- Enter lmc.edu as your school domain.
- Sign in with your Lees-McRae email address and password, if prompted.
Digital Media Player and Set Top Boxes
- Roku:You can download the Spectrum app on your Roku. Note that when logging into the app, you may need to select the option to login to Spectrum U and set up the app using your Lees-McRae login credentials.
- Apple TV:You can download and use the Spectrum app in the Apple TV store.
- Xbox One:Look for the Spectrum app in the app store.
Smart TVs
- Samsung Smart TV:Look for the Spectrum app in the app store.
Casting and Sharing from a device to your TV
- AirPlay:You can use AirPlay on compatible devices and TVs to cast or screen mirror SpectrumU to your TV.
- MiraCast:Some Windows 10/11 laptops and compatible TVs can cast to your TV. Many newer Samsung, SONY and LG TVs have this capability.
- ChromeCast:Cast to your TV with Google Chromecast when logging in with Google Chrome.
For more information, visit the Spectrum support center.
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Brightspace is a web-based package that provides a student landing space for course materials, such as syllabi, readings, assignments, tests, discussion boards, and student grades.
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Print and copy services are provided utilizing a pay-per-print model to manage costs on networked printer/copier equipment. All students receive $50 of print credit on their ID card each semester which provides approximately 1000 black and white printed pages. An ID card is required to activate print and copy services. Students with large print jobs are encouraged to use the Print and Copy Center, located in the Shelton Learning Commons on North Campus or the Cannon Administration Building on South Campus. Personal wireless printers are not supported on the college’s wireless network.
Help Desk Support
The Help Desk provides hardware and software support for all college-owned desktops, laptops, and printers; as well as support for administrative systems and networks. The Help Desk also provides network connectivity and Microsoft Office installation support for students who bring personal computers to campus.
Login problems?
Your username is a combination of your initials and student ID, including the leading zero. Here is an example:
Your name: John Doe
Your student ID: 12345678
Your login username would be: jd012345678@lmc.edu
Resources and Tutorials
For Students
- Using Financial Aid
- Planning and Registration
- Making a Payment
- Updating User Profile
- Adding Payroll and Reimbursement Banking Info
- Applying for Graduation
- Add or Opt-Out of Emergency Contact Info
For Faculty/Staff
What computer do I need to attend Lees-McRae College?
A basic laptop computer will serve the needs of almost all students. We recommend your computer meet the following minimum specifications:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or macOS 10.15 Catalina or higher
- Portability: laptops (as opposed to desktop computers) are recommended
- Memory: minimum of 8GB RAM (16GB recommended).
- Processor Speed: Minimum of Intel Core i5 or equivalent
- Hard Drive/SSD: 256 GB or larger
All modern laptops come equipped with wireless capabilities. However, not all laptops come with a network port for wired connectivity. We recommend that you do afford yourself the option of plugging into the wired network. This can be extremely helpful during peak wifi usage. If the laptop you’re bringing doesn’t have its own built-in network port, consider purchasing a USB to Network adapter.
Should I bring my own printer?
No. Students are encouraged to take advantage of their print credit and utilize campus print services and network printers. Wireless printers interfere with Wi-Fi and diminish network performance.
My personal computer is not working. Can you repair it?
Students are responsible for maintaining and repairing their technology equipment. The Help Desk can assist with basic troubleshooting, however, all repairs will need to be made by a local repair facility or the manufacturer.
Contact Us
Joe Baumhover
Director of Technology Services
Melanie Brookbank
Assistant Director of Information Technology/Colleague Administrator
Joseph Besaw
Technology Support Specialist