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According to David Wamback, practice manager of ID, data and PIN services for the University, the problem has been traced to a faulty machine that the manufacturer uses to apply the magnetic stripes to the cards. He said this is the first year the problem has occurred...
...This year our manufacturer slipped up," Wamback said. "Some of the magstripes are flaking to one degree or another, making them unreadable upon extensive use. We are not pleased...
According to Wamback., a minority of students have reported problems with their card. He said the problem is easily remedied by issuing a new card to students at no additional cost...
Nevertheless, Wamback said students should take a close look at the magstripe. If magstripe flaking is evident in any area other than the top and bottom edges, students should bring the card in for replacement...
Students still have to go to the HUID office in Holyoke Center to obtain a new card, but the new system makes it easier to cancel cards, especially at night and on the weekends, when HUID is closed, Wamback said...