This paper describes the process involved in envisioning Delta State University (Mississippi) Division of Computer Information Systems/Office Administration's (CIS/OAD) long-range approach to addressing the university's identified curricular needs. The process included: examining of community needs, assessment of current resources, curriculum development, impediment appraisal, and program evaluation issues. Federal policy for universal access is examined as background information, a local Mississippi initiative in implementing technology preparation coursework is described, and an instructional technology study of 31 public school systems is summarized. The efforts of one small university in an economically depressed area at keeping pace with educational technology are detailed. (Contains five references.) (MAS)