Types of student messaging

NON-EMERGENCY USES For Text-Messaging Systems

Text messaging is fast becoming the standard form of quick, efficient mass communication. Museums, aquariums, fast-food chains and other institutions are finding that this is the most effective way of connecting directly and instantly to their members, patrons, employees, etc. Educational institutions in particular can benefit from text messaging technology.

No need for paper, large support staff, and no dependence upon computer access or availability. This system is faster and cheaper than cell phone calling, and reaches people no matter where they are, as opposed to email:  there is no delay in disseminating information.

General Announcements including:

• Important campus news


• Meeting times


• Weather information


• Traffic issues


• Campus Election results and sports scores


• Registration information


• Health alerts or reminders

• Change in class schedules


• Class assignments


• Grade postings


• Notification of over due or recalled books


• Events


• Concerts


• Lectures


• Sporting events


• Reservations


• Publicize events