Member Success Stories

	MACUL Conference Continues to See Increased Network Usage Merit Continues to Support the Annual Conference with Increased Bandwidth.
	Michigan Cyber Range Launches First Pilot with Washtenaw Community College Washtenaw Community College uses Michigan Cyber Range in cyber security curriculum.
	Surviving the Hurricane Merit VirtualDataCenters Service keeps New Jersey Institute of Technology Online during Hurricane Sandy.
	Saving Time and Reducing Hardware Maintenance with Merit VirtualDataCenters The Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) uses Merit VirtualDataCenters and saves hardware maintenance time.
	Always Ready to Help Merit Members Merit has been providing its Members with reliable support for over two decades.
	Michigan Universities at the Forefront of Cybersecurity Education Michigan hosts five National Centers of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education.
	An Invaluable Resource for IT Leaders The Michigan Information Technology Executive (MITE) Forum inspires idea sharing and fuels collaboration.
	Putting a Degree Within Reach Central Michigan University's online and distance education programs make a degree possible for students around the world.
	Imagining Possiblities, Creating Solutions Students at Ferris State University develop an extensive understanding of computer networking technologies.
	Getting Inspired at MACUL Merit attends and assists the annual Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning conference.
	Saving Money with Open-Source Solutions Davenport University uses open-source applications to effectively manage networks within cost and time constraints.
	Oakland University Connects with Presidential Debate Merit Network provides high-speed, reliable Internet to Oakland University for Republican presidential debate.
	Empowering St. Clair County & Beyond St. Clair County RESA is enabling organizations and educators to accomplish more.
	Providing Members with the Resources They Need at a Lower Cost MeritLicensing enables virtualization and offers substantial savings and other benefits.
	Merit Infrastructure in Support of Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Protecting an organization against unpredictable disasters.
	Eastern Upper Peninsula Intermediate School District: Sparking Broadband Interest in the UP With help from BTOP grant, EUPISD will put computers into the hands of 3,500 students who will bring the transformative power of broadband into their homes.
	President Obama Visits Northern Michigan University, Praises NMU WiMAX Network President chose NMU Campus in Marquette as backdrop to announce National Wireless Initiative.
	Peter White Public Library wins 2010 National Medal for Museum and Library Service Library achieves success through community engagement and cooperation.
	Muskegon Area Intermediate School District Implements MeritVoice Solution to Cut Costs Countywide ISD leverages MeritVoice SIP Trunking to reduce costs and offer rich-featured telephony to three local districts within the county, with an additional district planned for next year.
	Saline District Library gets a Tech Tune-Up Library wows patrons with new fiber-optic Internet connection.
	Western Michigan University Selects MeritMail Campus-wide solution supports data privacy, security and has led to increased collaboration.
	Michigan E-Library Providing Tools for Today's Educators Using the Web to Make a Difference.
	Kettering University, "Walking the Walk" on Alternative Energy Research and Education Students and faculty are testing and developing alternative fuels at world-class facilities on Kettering's Flint campus.
	Teaching Students, Partnering with Universities New network connection helps Macomb Community College offer university partners and students more opportunities.
	Oakland University Continues to Create Partnerships Oakland creates strategic partnerships to train tomorrow's workforce.
	Northern Michigan University expands wireless reach with WiMax New Technology will expand wireless capability for NMU students and the Marquette community.
	City of Ann Arbor Honored for Leadership in Technology Ann Arbor earns awards from the State of Michigan and e.Republic and is named to "Best Digital City" list.
	Connecting a Consortium Northeast Michigan Consortium connects its eight Michigan Works! locations using Merit Network.
	Preserving Primary Care in Michigan Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine fulfills Michigan's needs for future physicians and aids rural communities.
	Building a Robust Medical Network MidMichigan Health and Merit Network create a network to meet the health system's needs for current and future technologies.
	Fueling the Bioeconomy Michigan State University is conducting leading-edge research of biofuels and biobased technologies.
	A Connection to Entertainment, Education and Beyond The Ann Arbor District Library utilizes high-speed connectivity to place the world at the fingertips of its community.
	Collaborating for Better Michigan Libraries The Library Network is providing Southeast Michigan libraries with more technology resources.
	Thumbs Up for Sanilac County Sanilac County Intermediate School District's Academic Games encourage teamwork and academic excellence; Sanilac Career Center provides life lessons and career skills.
	Partnering for Better Academic Opportunities Saginaw Intermediate School District uses partnerships and technology to provide its students with more academic opportunities and resources.
	Hillsdale Community Network Hillsdale organizations collaborate with Merit to produce local high-speed network ring.
	Independent Priniciples, Exceptional Education Hillsdale College encourages students to broaden their perspectives; College works to grow its campus and revitalize the Hillsdale area.
	Cultivating Creativity in the Motor City College for Creative Studies inspires students and anticipates exciting growth in 2009.
	Preparing Tomorrow's Professionals Henry Ford Community College is empowering students with education and technology.
	A Model for Geographic Networking Alpena Regional Fiber Consortium has used a community approach to lower costs and increase connectivity.
	Hollywood in Southeast Michigan Madonna University inspires big screen dreams with PAH-Fest Motown.
	Concrete Plans for Future Success Alpena Community College has established itself as a leader in concrete technology education.
	Camping Under the Stars Jackson County Intermediate School District makes astronomy accessible to teachers and students.
	More Than Just Books Willard Library offers fun activities and educational programs to encourage community involvement.
	Good for the Heart Borgess Medical Center named to prestigious list for excellence in cardiac care.
	Advance. Explore. Educate. Van Andel Institute continues building the Life Science Industry on Health Hill.
	No Limit on Wireless Education Wireless network and laptop initiative give NMU students a superior edge.
	Great Things from the Valley From 'Health Hill' and beyond, Grand Valley State University is pursuing several exciting research opportunities.
	An Education for Tomorrow Michigan State University is preparing students for the future of online education with an array of educational opportunities.
	Small Size, Big Accomplishments Albion College uses "green-friendly" innovations and technology to excel locally and abroad.
	Innovative Programs in Southeast Michigan Lawrence Technolgoical University offers students impressive opportunities.
	50 Golden Years Oakland University Celebrates 50 Years & Looks Forward.
	Ultra-Modern Dance Instruction Western Michigan University Professor Uses Internet2 for Dance Rehearsals.
	Progressive Research in Mid-Michigan CMU Uses Technology to Pursue Advanced Research.
	Magnificent Michigan State Celebrates 170 Years of Statehood and IT Achievements.
	Technological Achievements Michigan Technological University earns accolades for IT programs and grows its research offerings.
	Sparking Imagination The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum uses videoconferencing to teach students about science.