The University provides individual telephone numbers to all faculty and administrative staff. State-of-the-art telecommunications systems enhance productivity by ensuring that network facilities are available for incoming and outgoing calls and that calls to University staff do not go unanswered through the use of telephone system features and voice mail.

Various types of telephone sets are provided based on the functional requirements of a position. A wide array of telephone features are also available and can be tailored to meet the needs of individuals and departments. New telephone service, or changes to existing service, should be requested on a Telecommunications Service Request Form.

Except when stated otherwise by the University or System Office, the policies as outlined by the State of Connecticut regarding the appropriate use of State telephones will apply to the University. This specifically applies to the use of State telephones for personal business. State telephones are not to be used for personal business. Reimbursement will be required for personal calls made.

Telephones in University offices are to be used for State business only.