Need an internet hotspot? Head to "Hot Spot Lot" at IU Northwest

Contributed By:The 411 News

Indiana University Northwest announced today that it will assist the general public, along with its students and campus community, with gaining much-needed internet access during the state’s mandated stay-at-home fight against the coronavirus.

Recognizing that many may not have adequate internet access at a time when it is critically needed, IU Northwest invites members of the community to take advantage of its “Hot Spot Lot,” located in the main parking area closest to the Moraine Student Center, without leaving their cars.

How to access the IU Northwest Guest Network

When arriving on campus, make sure your device has wireless networking turned on. In the list of available networks, select “IU Guest.” Once your browser is open, on the “IU Guest WiFi” screen, enter your email address, and check the box to accept the terms of use.”

Faculty, staff, and students can log into IU’s secure networks from the lots, just as they would on campus.

The IU Northwest guest network should be treated like any public access point, and users should be aware that security is the same as any other public wireless network. It is not known how long the availability of this service will last.

Indiana University announced previously that after an extended spring break for all of its campuses, the remainder of the spring semester will be conducted entirely online beginning March 30 in an effort to curb the spread of the coronavirus. This presents challenges for the entire campus community, campus leaders acknowledged, but also members of the greater community, whom the University also serves.

IU Police Department – Northwest officers will be patrolling the area as usual.

More information is available at iun.edu/guestwireless

Story Posted:03/27/2020