Date Last Reviewed:
01/23/2008
A listserv is a system that makes it possible to create, manage, and control an electronic mailing list. A listserv provides a forum for users to participate in discussions or receive information on relevant topics. A listserv can automatically distribute an e-mail message from one member of a list to all other members on list.
The primary benefit of using a listserv as opposed to managing a mailing list yourself is that the listserv is automated. This allows for individual recipients to subscribe to the list and remove themselves (simplifying the process of maintenance for the moderator), or for multiple moderators to maintain the same list.
Any NIU Faculty or Staff may request a new listserv for NIU related business or professional organizations. Members of a listserv do not have to be a NIU Faculty, Staff or Student. Recognized student organizations may also request a listserv through their faculty advisor. Listserv Request Form
Questions about using ITS supported ListServs - helpdesk@niu.edu.