The Residential Information Services and Computing Office supports the computing, information and networking needs of the Department of Residence Services and the residential student. The RISC Office supports desktop computing for department staff, residential computer clusters, Web and database development, ResNet and network and telephone cabling infrastructure in residential areas.

Cable television is provided through ResTV, which offers more than 80 commercial and informational channels to students living in residential areas. ResTV provides students with student development and event information. Telephone infrastructure maintenance and repair ensures any damaged phone lines, jacks and phones, within residential areas, are repaired in a timely manner. There are presently six computer clusters maintained by the RISC Office offering residence hall students the opportunity to complete assignments, perform research through the Internet and send e-mail. ResNet, which has been online since the Fall 1997 semester, offers all residential students the opportunity to access computing resources at Kent State or across the Internet from their residence hall room. The RISC Office installs supports and maintains computers and networks utilized by Residence Services' staff members, who are located throughout the residence hall system.

These services are provided in support of the academic pursuits of the residence hall student. For general information, please contact the RISC Office at: riscoffice@res.kent.edu.