As Chief Information Officer, I am pleased to introduce you to the services provided under the Information Technology umbrella at Fairmont State University. Our operations are divided into the following areas, each headed by a Director.

Fairmont State Libraries - encompasses all libraries and library resources available on the main campus in Fairmont, as well as satellite campuses in Clarksburg and outlying areas.
Thelma Hutchins, Director

Application Services - Application Services is charged with maintaining the technical and integration aspects of administrative systems, as well as data assurance.  These systems include the campus portal, student information systems, learning management systems, identity management systems, electronic lock systems, and web sites, while maintaining integration between these systems and others on campus.                                                                
Andy Raisovich, Director

Teaching & Learning Commons (TLC) - primary end-user support for students/faculty/staff (desktops, labs), as well as providing multi-media and classroom technologies. TLC also provides direct support to faculty in leveraging innovation and operational use of e-learning tools & systems in the classroom and in distance learning initiatives.
Joanie Raisovich, Manager

Networks, Servers and Security - responsible for the management of the IT infrastructure, including the Fairmont State data center, all servers, backups, security, network and bandwidth management, connectivity, and telecommunications (voice and data).
Steve Shala, Director

Web & Media Systems - manages the content for Fairmont State University’s website, campus portal, and social media outlets and is additionally responsible for design, layout and functionality of those entities.  The department also implements the use of new web programs to promote the University and its mission online.  We utilize a number of online outlets to communicate on behalf of the University.
Shane Jordan, Manager

Our work is also supported by an executive secretary and more than 35 additional employees in the areas above.

An Information Technology Advisory Committee of faculty, administrators, and other campus stakeholders provides regular feedback on our operations.

I am proud of the work we do, and always looking for ways to continue to improve. Please feel free to contact my office with suggestions or comments.

Sincerely,

David Tamm
Vice President and Chief Information Officer