[Vision2020] Computers and College of Business

[Thomas Hansen]

Having done alot of computer "window shopping" over the years, I venture to
say that a comparable computer (loaded with similar software) would cost
considerably more at the UI Bookstore.  The "Computer Store" at the UI
Bookstore, in my opinion, is over-priced.  My recommendation is to purchase
hardware directly from the manufacturer (Dell, HP, etc.).  As far as
software is concerned, I highly recommend Cactus Computer on Main Street.
The UI Bookstore cannot compete with Cactus' student sales/savings.

Once in a great while a deal such as the one offered by CBE comes along that
is an honest attempt at providing another resource to its students.

I agree with you, Ms. Huskey, that the student does have the option of
either registering with the CBE into this IBC 2-year program (with its
$500/semester additional fee) or purchasing a comparable lcomputer at a
higher cost from the bookstore.  The student can either spend the $2,000
over the next two years and contribute to the CBE in the process or pay the
higher price and contribute to the bookstore.

At times like this when the university is undergoing major budget cuts, the
CBE designs a program that is a win-win situation for both the student and
the college.

GO VANDALS ! ! !

Tom Hansen
Moscow, Idaho
UI '96 (CBE, Management Information Systems)
-----Original Message-----
From: DonaldH675@aol.com [mailto:DonaldH675@aol.com]
Sent: Thursday, May 08, 2003 8:05 AM
To: vision2020@moscow.com
Subject: [Vision2020] Computers and College of Business


Dear Visionaries,
Thanks for the info on computers.  I am still wondering if the College of
Business and not the Bookstore is the vendor. What percentage of the
$2000.00 stays in the College of Business as their profit for "handling
expenses"? This is clearly a powerful laptop - I suspect there must also be
some powerful department perks that go along with it....once again at the
expense of the student.  
Rosemary Huskey