University Technology - Telecommunications
Western Illinois University

Authorization Codes

Any individual placing University related long distance calls will need an authorization code. This allows long distance calls to be billed to the correct University account.

If it is necessary for a personal call to be made from the University, the call will need to be placed collect or with a personal calling card. No personal calls are to be placed with an authorization code.

If you have a new employee that requires an authorization code, please send a request with their name, telephone number, department and account to be billed to University Technology - Telecommunications, Sherman Hall 22.

When an employee transfers to another department, it is the responsibility of the department to notify University Technology - Telecommunications within 15 days of transfer to ensure that person's authorization code is canceled.

When an employee terminates employment with Western Illinois University, they are required to have a Clearance Form signed by University Technology - Telecommunications. At the time of termination, or date specified on the termination form, any authorization code assigned to the employee will be cancelled.

Information may be obtained regarding authorization codes by dialing (309) 298-2713.

Business Hours
  • Office Hours
    • 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Switchboard Hours
    • 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
    • Monday - Friday
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Saturday
  • Closed Holidays and Holiday Weekends

Contact Info
  • Campus Information
    • (309) 298-1414
  • University Technology - Telecommunications
    • (309) 298-2713
  • WESTEL
    • (309) 298-2701
  • University Fax Center
    • (309) 298-2701

Emergency Contacts
  • Emergency Assistance
    • 9 1 1
  • Non-Emergency Assistance
    • (309) 298-1949
University Technology - Telecommunications
Sherman 22 - (309) 298-2713
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