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Student Technology Services

From first year to senior year, OIT is here for every step of your time at 51²è¹Ý!

Technology Services for Students

We provide services and advice to help you get the most out of your college experience. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Getting Started

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There is so much to learn, and barriers to your available technology shouldn't be one of them. Our Getting Started with IT site has everything you need to get up and running before you arrive on campus.


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Account Activation

You will need to activate your 51²è¹Ý account before accessing 51²è¹Ý services. You will also want to enroll in our Password Reset Tool.

Box

Box@51²è¹Ý offers unlimited cloud storage while you are at 51²è¹Ý. Upload content easily to Box using your web browser, Box Sync, with your mobile device with the Box app. Plus, you can share your content with your fellow students or those outside of 51²è¹Ý.

Canvas LMS

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The Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) provides an easy-to-use online environment to access your course content, take tests, and submit your classwork.

Computer Recommendations

Students can receive a discount on several software applications simply by using their 51²è¹Ý Email address. Discounts are also available for computer hardware, but before you buy anything, we have suggested requirements for your personal computer or laptop.

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Email

51²è¹Ý provides free email accounts to students while you are at 51²è¹Ý. Plus after you graduate, you retain the use of your 51²è¹Ý email.

Campus Wi-Fi

logoThere are multiple Wi-Fi networks on campus centrally managed by OIT. Find out how to connecting to the 51²è¹Ý Wireless Networks and which networks are best for your needs.

Get Connected

Password Reset Tool

The Password Reset Tool is an online service that offers you the ability to manage your 51²è¹Ý login credentials 24/7 without needing to contact the IT Help Desk.

VPN

Virtual Private Network, or VPN, connection is used most when off-campus to allow you to securely access specific resources that are restricted to the 51²è¹Ý Network. It can also help protect your information when using the internet on the unsecured networks.