...
An article was published in the New York Times on August 26, 1989 titled "The Lap-Top Computer Goes to College" highlighting Drew's program. Click on the image below to read our faded copy (it will pop up larger).
Subscribers to the NYT can find a clearer copy in the TimesMachine: https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1989/08/26/651489.html?pageNumber=41.
In 2008, the University offered students a choice of a base model (Lenovo ThinkPad T400) or an upgrade model (Lenovo ThinkPad X61).
Two years later, a video showcasing handout was made and published to the University's YouTube channel: . Click the picture below to watch on YouTube.
In 2011, the University added the option of a Mac laptop, base model or upgrade.
...
Students on campus could tell who was assisting with handout by the shirts. Here is a glimpse of some of the shirts worn over the years.
Photo credit: Verna Holcomb
One alum who worked at handout writes:
"Handouts were my some of my fondest memories at Drew. CNS is the reason why I’m in Desktop Support now in my career. I met some incredible people...There was stress and worry and sometimes even panic- but we always came together and made it happen like a team. Betsy Black and our helpdesk crew will always hold a very special place in my heart." - Katherine Forzley
And here, we have two photos of our final computer handout. The first shows the room setup, with lines for check in, Mac or PC; the second shows many of the help crew for August 23, 2012.
Photo credit: Russell Sprague
President Vivian Bull, who assisted with Drew's very first computer handout, joined us for the final 2012 handout.
Macbook Airs, 2012.
We hope you enjoyed taking a walk down memory lane with us!
Reviewed June 7, 2023