The University of Florida (UF) sought to help students stay connected with university activities and news. With 50,000 students and staff using smartphones—and that number rising quickly—the Gainesville, FL, university realized it needed to develop an information-rich mobile Web application. An IBM System z mobile technology solution provided the foundation for its UF Mobile Web.
The heart of the UF Mobile Web is the Integrated Student Information System, which keeps students on track with class schedules, required textbooks, academic dates and information, grades and important announcements. In addition, a live interactive map of the…