Fairfield University leases iPads for use by full-time faculty members. Academic Computing manages the leased iPads as well as several owned iPads that can be loaned out to adjunct faculty members each semester. If you are interested in using an iPad for teaching, please contact academiccomputing@fairfield.edu.

If you've picked up your University iPad and need to set it up, see the instructions below. Otherwise, take a look at our iPad resources and FAQs.

Installing iPad Applications

JAMF Self-Service

Academic Computing uses JAMF Self Service to curate a list of recommend apps (some free, some licensed through Fairfield University). You can download any apps included in the JAMF Self-Service app.

App Store

For apps that are not included the JAMF Self Service app, you can download or buy through the App Store. You may request that Fairfield University pay for educational Apps to support your teaching by emailing academiccomputing@fairfield.edu. Apps that are under $30 will typically be approved within one business day. Apps over $30 may require additional explanation or justification.

Open the App Store
Tap Search in the bottom right
Tap the search box at the top of the screen
Type in the app name and hit Go on the keyboard or choose an option from the dropdown that appears
When you have located the app, choose Get or Buy if it is not a free app.

Frequently Asked Questions

I'm new to iPads. Do you have a tips to get comfortable?

iPads are amazingly intuitive devices, and if you've used an iPhone (or even an Android phone) you probably have a pretty good idea of how they work. However, they are somewhat different than traditional computers with full operating systems like Windows and Mac OS. It will take a little time to get used to working on an iPad, but if you keep these few technical tips in mind, you may save yourself time and frustration.

How do I update my iPad?

When you update to the latest version of iPadOS, your data and settings remain unchanged. Before you update, set up iPad to back up automatically, or back up your iPad manually.

More information and up to date steps can be found at Apple Support: Update iPadOS.

How do I present a PowerPoint from my iPad?

While computers are still the best place to create and edit PowerPoint presentations, you can present them easily enough using your iPad's Microsoft PowerPoint App. This guide will show how to present presentations you have saved to your Fairfield Dropbox or OneDrive account.

iPads for Teaching and Learning