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CONVENIENT ONECARD PROGRAM TO BE IMPLEMENTED

(Worcester – April 11, 2005) Imagine a campus where you possess one card that serves as a debit card, building key and payment center—all in one.  Having one card to do all these things will become a reality by the fall semester when Worcester State College launches its new OneCard Program.

WSC’s OneCard will become the official Worcester State College identification card for all students, faculty and staff. This convenient and flexible, multi-purpose card will serve as an ID, building access key and debit card. Using OneCard, purchases can be made at the Bookstore, dining facilities, vending machines, public copiers and the Info Desk in the Student Center. Even parking or library fines can be paid with OneCard.

As a debit card, OneCard will be simple and convenient.  The primary method to add funds to the OneCard account will be through the online service using a credit card (Mastercard or Visa). But funds can also be added at the two Card Management Center (CMC) machines (located near the ATM in the Student Center and in the Information Technologies Center, LRC) or at the OneCard Office (using cash, check, or credit card).

The 24/7 online service allows users to check an account balance, review transactions, freeze a lost card, as well as add funds. OneCard is custom made for each user, providing full-control of their personal account.  OneCard readers will be installed in the Residence Halls, Dining Hall, Library and Campus Police.

To obtain WSC’s OneCard, students must be registered for classes. By the fall semester, all members of the campus community will have their OneCard as it will replace their old IDs. Everyone will be required to provide a photo ID (such as a driver's license) and sign a contract of terms and conditions.

WSC’s OneCard will have real value, so it will be important to take care of it as if it were an ATM card or driver’s license.

More information will be made available as the OneCard Program is implemented.

Questions may be directed to Kaine Thompson, Director of Public Relations at (508) 929-8018.