SMART
Get SMART!
The University of Tampa’s Emergency Text Messaging Service
The University of Tampa offers a free emergency alert text messaging service to students, faculty and staff. Spartan Mobile Alert (SMART) is an optional service that will only be used in potential or developing emergency circumstances. You will receive a UT text message alert advising you of the situation and where to get additional information and details.
Nothing else. No advertisements. No gimmicks. No hassle. Just UT safety alerts and advisories when you need them.
Who can get SMART?
You must be a UT student, faculty or staff member to register for the SMART text messaging service.
Why should I get SMART?
- Text messaging is more reliable in emergency situations when communication systems reach high capacity. Text messages will get through when phone calls won’t.
- Most people carry cell phones, and therefore they will receive alerts even when they do not have access to a computer.
Will my cell phone number be kept confidential?
Yes. UT SMART service cell phone numbers are not shared or sold to any other systems or services.
How many SMART text messages will I receive?
SMART text messages will only be sent to alert or advise you of emergency situations. The exact number is difficult to predict, but there should be very few. You will receive messages within seconds of their transmission. If your cell phone is turned off when a text message is sent, you will receive it after you turn your cell phone on, but only if you do so within seven days from the original transmission.
What do I need to get SMART and how much does it cost?
All you need is a cell phone with text messaging capabilities. There is
no charge for signing up; however, individual cell phone plans may
apply nominal charges for text messages, so check your cell phone
contract.
Note:
All landlines, most Tracfones and some pay-as-you-go phones will not
register on the SMART system. We are sorry, but this is a limitation of
the phone providers.
What if I change my cell phone service provider?
The SMART system recognizes changes in service providers and
automatically send text messages to your new (current) cell phone
carrier.
What if I am going to change my cell phone number?
Before you change your cell phone number you should opt-out of SMART
using your old number/phone. Then sign up for SMART using your new
number/phone.
How do I sign up for SMART?
Registering is quick and easy. Registration instructions:
- Students and Adjunct Faculty: Log on to SpartanWeb and click on the Spartan Mobile AleRT link on the left, then follow the instructions.
- Faculty and Staff: Log on to SpartanWeb (see instructions above), or log on to the UT Employee Site and click on Get SMART! This is the same information you are using to log on to your UT email.
What if I am not able to register?
If
you are unable to register for SMART using your cell phone, you can
register via the Web (Access code: 88911) at the following address: http://www1.readyalert.com/ivr/online-rns-register_UT.asp.
Or for registration assistance, send the following to Support@ReadyAlert.com.
You can opt-out (discontinue) at any time just as quickly and easily as you signed up. All you need is your cell phone. Instructions are included with the registration information.
How can I opt-out of SMART?
- Your mobile phone number
- Your mobile provider name
- Indicate you want to register in The University of Tampa’s SMART system
- Students and Adjunct Faculty: Log on to SpartanWeb and click on the Spartan Mobile AleRT link on the left, then follow the instructions.
- Faculty and Staff: Log on to SpartanWeb (see instructions above), or log on to the UT Employee Site and click on Get SMART! This is the same information you are using to log on to your UT email.
Be safe—register today and Get SMART!
UT’s SMART text messaging service is provided by Ready Alert, Gulf Coast Business Review’s 2006 Technology Innovation Award Winner for the Tampa Bay area.
As an important reminder, the UT website is the primary and most complete resource for current emergency information . The SMART text messaging service is just one of the methods the University will use to communicate emergency information to students, faculty and staff. If appropriate, global emails, global voicemails, BlackBoard, the telephone switchboard, flyers, local media and other communication tools will also be used