Wright State University recently introduced Raider Commons, an online social network designed to engage the WSU community, which is accessible exclusively to university affiliates. Raider Commons provides a forum for students to discuss a multitude of hot topics, from university events to international affairs. It also allows members to utilize other resources, such as blogs, document storage, discussion threads, Wikis, schedule of events and group RSS feed.
Raider Commons can be accessed through a WINGS account. To log-in, provide your w000xxx number and accompanying password. Once logged-in, members of the WSU community can develop their dashboard, which serves as a profile for the site and allows users to form groups and contribute posts relevant to their interests.
As described on the homepage of the website, “Raider Commons offers a social network that only Wright State faculty, staff and students can access, helping to facilitate community conversation among peers. And unlike our internal email list servs, discussions here don’t clog your inbox.”
Raider Commons advanced student communication by offering users more control over privacy and content through implementing an opt-in approach to topics as opposed to employing filters.
The latest WSU social network, Raider Commons, is an innovative university resource and encourages active participation by students to exchange ideas and connect with peers who share similar interests.
