Health Sciences LISTSERVs

What is a LISTSERV?

Electronic mailing list software application which allows a sender to send one email to the list, which then transparently sends it on to the addresses of the subscribers to the list.

How will I send messages?

Sending a message is easier with LISTSERV. Type the email in Outlook, attach files up to 10MB as needed, and send the email to the LISTSERV email address. Messages no longer need to be approved and they are sent instantly.

Who can I send a message to?

There are multiple LISTSERVs (listed below) replacing DHS Announce. To send a message to a LISTSERV, you need to be subscribed to that LISTSERV. If you want to send a message to everybody on the Health Sciences Campus, you will need to be subscribed and send an email to all LISTSERVs.

How do I subscribe to a LISTSERV?

Note: only ecu.edu email addresses will be approved.

1. Address an email to listserv@listserv.ecu.edu
2. No subject or signature file
3. Type the message: SUBSCRIBE listserv-name Firstname Lastname
   • Change listserv-name to the name of the listserv which you want to join (ex. bsom-l or cahs-l)
   • Replace Firstname and Lastname with your name
4. Send the email.
5. You will receive a confirmation email in a few minutes, click the link in the email.

How long does it take to get access?

The subscription request is forwarded to the list owner who then approves or denies the request. This process usually takes 1-2 working days.

How do I remove my email address from a LISTSERV?

1. Address an email to listserv@listserv.ecu.edu
2. No subject or signature file
3. Type the message: SIGNOFF listserv-name
   • Change listserv-name to the name of the listserv from which you want to be removed (ex. bsom-l or cahs-l)
4. Send the email

How do I send a message to the list?

1. Address an email to the desired LISTSERV (email addresses shown above)
2. Type the message to be distributed to the list
3. Send the email

How do I turn off receipt of a LISTSERV mail?

1. Address the email to listserv@listserv.ecu.edu
2. No subject or signature file
3. Type the message: SET listserv-name NOMAIL
   • Change listserv-name to the name of the listserv which you want to change (ex. bsom-l or cahs-l)
4. Send the email

May I post notices and flyers about fund raising events for community charities and other causes to a LISTSERV?

The State Employees Combined Campaign (SECC) is the only officially authorized event for canvassing and promoting voluntary donations from ECU employees to external organizations. This campaign is conducted annually in the fall. However, LISTSERVS can be used from time to time to draw attention to officially sanctioned events and activities provided they originate from and/or significantly benefit an ECU unit, activity, or official organization.

The rule of thumb is that 50% or more of the proceeds of any event publicized should go toward the ECU-related organization/club/activity or the service activity/cause should be a primary outreach for an ECU unit/club/activity. In addition, the guideline for only a single posting also applies. Users should refrain from posting or reposting fund raising and charity event notices from external sources (churches, businesses, etc.) that are not directly related to ECU.

When a message is posted to a LISTSERV, by default, the author is sent a confirmation message. To get a copy of the email in its entirety, do the following:

1. Address an email to: listserv@listserv.ecu.edu
2. No subject or signature file
3. Type the message: SET listserv-name REPRO
   • Change listserv-name to the name of the listserv which you want to change (ex. bsom-l or cahs-l)
4. Send the email.

Who may send messages to the LISTSERVs?

Announce is for ECU faculty and staff through their ECU e-mail account publicizing ECU-related information. It is not used to solicit charitable contributions for any event unless the event is sponsored by ECU or one of its units or a formally recognized ECU student organization.

Where can I get help with these LISTSERVs?

The Health Sciences Communication Office provides support for the Health Sciences LISTSERVs. Complete the form below to send them an email.