#  FAQs 

 



<http://www.oeb.harvard.edu/programs/gradstudents/faq.html> - ADD EACH QUESTION-ANSWER AS A SEPARATE FAQ AND TAG THEM WITH APPROPRIATE TAXONOMY - COMPUTING, COURSES, ETC.



 

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[Department of Organismic](/home)  
[and Evolutionary Biology](/home)  
26 Oxford Street  
Cambridge, MA 02138  
  
Tel (617) 495-5891 (please include your email if leaving a message)  
Fax (617) 496-8308



 

##  COMPUTING 

 



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###    How do I claim my HarvardKey?  expand\_more  

HarvardKey is your new login and password for **accessing your Harvard email and most University applications**. Use your new HarvardKey anywhere that you see the HarvardKey login screen ([click here](http://reference.iam.harvard.edu/itemized-guide-login-types) for a list of applications and systems that accept HarvardKey). For users in FAS, Central Administration, or HDS, your HarvardKey will also be your **computer login**. **If you need help, contact the HUIT Service Desk at <ithelp@harvard.edu> or 617-495-7777.**

**Detailed information for obtaining and setting up your HarvardKey can be found [here](http://reference.iam.harvard.edu/harvardkey).**

 



 

 

 



###    How do I connect my computer at my on campus office to the Harvard Network?  expand\_more  

You must register your computer in order to use the Harvard network. Please follow the instructions on the [HUIT](http://huit.harvard.edu/pages/connect-harvard-network) site.

 



 

 

 



###    How do I connect to the wireless network at Harvard?  expand\_more  

<http://wifi.harvard.edu/index.html>

 



 

 

 



###    Does Harvard provide some software for free or at reduced prices?  expand\_more  

Prior to purchasing any software, FAS students, faculty and staff should review the information provided [here](http://huit.harvard.edu/services/campus-licensed-software) or visit the [FAS software download page](http://downloads.fas.harvard.edu/download). HarvardKey required.

 



 

 

 



###    Where can I buy computer hardware and software?  expand\_more  

Computers, peripherals and accessories can be purchased at academic pricing direct from [Apple](http://store.apple.com/us-hed), [Dell](http://dell.com/harvard) and [GovConnection](http://www.govconnection.com/harvard).

Software can be purchased at academic pricing direct from [OnTheHub](http://e5.onthehub.com/WebStore/ProductsByMajorVersionList.aspx?ws=d9d8249f-4d7a-df11-bc53-0030487d8897&vsro=8&JSEnabled=1) and [GovConnection](http://www.govconnection.com/harvard).

**Important note for FAS Students, Faculty and Staff:**

Prior to purchasing any software, FAS students, faculty and staff should review the information provided [here](http://huit.harvard.edu/services/campus-licensed-software) or visit the [FAS software download page](http://downloads.fas.harvard.edu/download).

 



 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

##  COURSES 

 



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###    How do I register for courses?  expand\_more  

Course registration occurs online through my.harvard.edu. Explore the course catalog for courses you like and add courses to your Study Card. When you have a valid Study Card, you print it out, obtain required signatures, and then hand it in on Study Card Day. This registers you for courses.

 



 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

##  DAY to DAY ACTIVITIES 

 



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###    Who can I talk to about getting keys and ID card access to buildings?  expand\_more  

In the Biolabs Building, see Building Operations in Room B064. In the MCZ buildings see Jay McNeil (<jmcneil@fas.harvard.edu>). In the herbarium, see the staff at the front desk.

 



 

 

 



###    Where can I find a schedule for the M2 shuttle to the Medical School (Longwood Campus)?  expand\_more  

<http://www.masco.org/directions/m2-cambridge-harvard-shuttle>

 



 

 

 



###    Where can I find an app to track the location of the shuttle?  expand\_more  

<http://www.masco.org/directions/shuttle-locator>

 



 

 

 



###    Where can I make copies on OEB copy machines?  expand\_more  

You will need a code number for the copier machines. You can obtain a code related to your research account from Jason Green in the OEB financial office.

 



 

 

 



###    Where can I mail things via USPS, FedEX, or UPS?  expand\_more  

You can mail things in the MCZ mailroom. Things related to lab activities/research can be charged to a lab account by placing an indication near the return address as to what lab you belong to.