Printing Services

The University’s Office of Printing Services supports the educational objectives of the University by enhancing the institutional image through high-quality digital printing. Advanced computerized equipment makes producing superior-quality products, such as brochures, booklets, displays, and more, possible. The printing of magazines and books is also a routine publication request.

Procedure

In most cases, staff members will work with the Director of Communications on projects that require design and printing and will not need to work directly with the Office of Printing Services. For print-ready projects that do not require collaboration with a graphic design specialist, staff members can directly submit requests for printing through the WVSU Printing Services online portal. However, this practice is strongly discouraged because the director is well versed in printing requirements, such as proper pre-press setup, and can work more swiftly in direct communication with Printing Services staff on your behalf.

Timeline

While projects are completed as promptly and efficiently as possible, each request differs depending on complexity, design, quantity and other factors. A project timeline will be established on a per-project basis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who pays for the materials I need printed?

The requesting staff person is responsible for paying for printed materials from their appropriate budget. The director will provide estimated costs before printing; a budget line must be identified before printing begins.

Are we required to use the campus print shop, or may we use outside vendors?

The WVSU Office of Printing Services is our primary print vendor and typically has first refusal on any print job. The office is competitively priced and efficient in speed and quality. However, some limitations exist, such as die-cutting projects, large posters and banners and other special projects.

The director can help determine if the campus print shop can handle your project needs. If not, we have a roster of outside vendors with whom we work routinely. If a staff member has a vendor they would prefer we consult—for instance, a county-based Extension agent wanting to use a vendor in their community—please let us know, and we can work with them on your project.