Security Technology

Technology in use

The Security and Technology Center oversees all technology on campus being used for security purposes such as security cameras, alarms, digitally-locked entryways, student ID management and more.

Hours of Operation and Location

Hours of Operation: ID cards are made 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday

We are located in the Parking and Transportation Office in Kendall Hall with the Public Safety Office.

For questions or more info, contact Security Technology at sectech@harding.edu, or call 501-279-5678.

About student ID cards

All students are required by the Student Handbook to carry a Harding Student ID card at all times. The ID card also serves many purposes on campus. It can be used:

As a library card (Brackett Library)
To take a test in the testing lab. The testing lab requires a student ID.
For package delivery at Campus Mail. They must scan your student ID to deliver you a package.
To gain admission to University athletic events.
To utilize the athletic facilities on campus.
To enter resident halls.
To enter certain academic buildings and laboratories across campus.
As a campus dining card.

Technology in use

Hours of Operation and Location

About student ID cards

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a new ID card cost?

I’m going to be a new student in the coming semester. When can I get my Student ID card?

I got my ID photo taken early but did not receive my ID. Do I need to pick up my ID card or will it be mailed to me?

Do I need to get a new ID card every year?

Can I punch a hole in my Student ID?

My ID has a crack in it and now it will not work on the doors but it still works for DCB and the cafeteria. Why is that?

I lost an ID card and got a replacement. Since then, I have lost the replacement but I found my old card. Do I need to purchase another one?

Can I put my ID card by my cell phone?

When they swipe my card in the cafeteria or for DCB, it shows an error saying the card is "expired." Do I need a new ID card?

I’m a returning student and am living in a different dorm than I did last year. Do I need to bring my ID card to you so it can be programmed for my new dorm?

Contact Information