Academic Link: Enhanced Connectivity for Education 

What is it?

The Academic-Link Project is a campus-wide initiative to strengthen indoor wireless connectivity in all UNCG buildings that support learning, instruction, and academic collaboration.

With wireless access now essential to teaching, research, and day-to-day productivity, Academic Link ensures that our infrastructure keeps pace with user needs—today and into the future.

Why are we doing it?

Students, faculty, and staff rely on fast, stable wireless access for everything from course delivery to hybrid meetings, cloud collaboration, and research. This initiative will:

• Improve wireless performance inside classrooms, labs, and academic buildings.
• Support increased demand for wireless access points (APs) and bandwidth.
• Help eliminate weak spots and dead zones by optimizing AP placement.
• Ensure our wireless environment is ready for future technologies.

By enhancing indoor coverage where it matters most, we’re creating a more reliable and connected campus experience.

How will I be impacted?

UNCG has begun the next phase of the Academic Link project, which includes adding, moving, replacing, and removing wireless access points across campus buildings.

This work will improve wireless coverage, capacity, and overall reliability in classrooms, offices, and shared spaces.

ITS is actively coordinating with building managers to finalize the remaining schedule. All work is expected to be completed before the start of the Fall semester.

Most work will take place behind the scenes. In some areas, you may briefly notice technicians working in ceilings or common spaces, but disruptions will be minimal.

Project Status

Last Updated: Monday, Aug. 24, 2026

• Residence halls: All residence hall upgrades are complete.
• Academic and administrative buildings: Eight buildings remain.

Remaining Buildings

Evening Work: Curry Building, Foust Building, Graham Building, Petty Science Building, School of Education Building

Special Scheduling: Alumni House, Weatherspoon Art Museum, UNCG Auditorium

ITS is coordinating with building managers to minimize disruption during this work. Schedules may shift slightly as coordination continues.

When will this be implemented?

• Summer 2026: Access point installation in residence halls was completed.
• Fall 2026: Access point installation in the remaining academic and administrative buildings will be completed.

What do I need to do?

There is nothing you need to do during this phase of the Academic Link Project.

Your cooperation and patience are appreciated as UNCG continues building a stronger, more reliable wireless experience for everyone on campus.

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