New Instructors: Start Using Technologies

Claim Your Account

Before you can start using University technologies and services, you will need to claim your UMN internet ID and password. 

• Visit the Claim Account page to get started

Reset Your Password

Once you have claimed your account, you can change or reset your password via the My Account page.

• Set Your Internet ID Password Reset Questions

Initiate and Use Duo Security

The University uses Duo Security (multi-factor authentication) to help protect all current student, faculty, and staff internet accounts. Soon after your UMN account is created and claimed, you will be prompted to initiate Duo.

• Initiate Duo Security
• Learn more: Duo Security

Access Your University Email

Your University email account is the official means of communication at the University of Minnesota.

• Gmail: Access Your UofM Email Account
• Learn more details and get access to related resources on the Gmail technology page

You can manage how your information appears to other account holders and what information appears in the University’s internal directory search. To do this, sign in to MyU and select the My Info tab. In the Directory Suppression section, you can manage your information (phone number, address, etc.).

• Learn more: People Search

Use eduroam

eduroam is the University’s preferred secure WiFi network for students, faculty, and staff. Connect to eduroam by selecting it from the WiFi network options on your devices and entering your full University email address and password. You can also connect to eduroam at other Universities around the world.

• Learn more: eduroam
• Learn more: University WiFi Networks
• WiFi: Guest Access

Troubleshoot Your WiFi Connection

Having trouble with WiFi? Often, the problem is with your own device's settings. The good news is that many of these issues can be easily fixed.

WiFi: Troubleshoot Your Connection

Get Device Recommendations

Wondering what device to buy? Check with your department or college to see if they have any specific hardware or software recommendations.

• UMD Stores Computer Corner (Duluth)
• Technology | U of M Bookstores (Crookston, Morris, Rochester, Twin Cities)

Download Microsoft Office 365

Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus is available to UMN students, faculty, and staff at no charge. Office 365 includes Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more.

• Download Microsoft Office 365

Purchasing Resources & Information

For additional information about purchasing policies at the University and purchasing processes, visit the Purchasing Guidelines for UMN Hardware page.

Access Google Applications

• Using Google Workspace Applications

Compare Campus Technology Options

Find a description of each service or technology available to you along with key considerations and the level of effort needed to use that service or technology.

• Options for Data & Document Storage
• Options for Holding Online Small Group Discussions
• Options for Sending Email to a Group
• Options for Hosting a Webinar
• Explore Additional Services & Technologies on the Technology Help website

Find Other Resources for Instructors

• Technology Help for Instructors

Find Other Helpful Resources

• MyU
  • Access key employee resources, including benefits, time, pay and more.
• Technology Training
  • Register for face-to-face, online, or blended technology training.
• Information for Faculty and Instructors
  • Access assistance for those with disabilities.
• Google Workspace Learning Center
  • Familiarize yourself with Gmail, Calendar, Drive, and other Google Workspace applications.

• Know Your Data and How to Protect University Data
• Choose Strong Passwords and Keep Them Safe
• Use Duo Two-Factor Authentication
• Use VPN (Virtual Private Network)

Find the options to contact your sources for technology support:

• How to Get Technology Help