New Students: 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

Note: If you are an international student, leave the Social Security Number (SSN) field blank.

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 registering for classes, you will be prompted to initiate Duo.

• Initiate Duo Security
• Learn more: Duo Security

Accept Canvas User Agreement

Canvas is the University of Minnesota’s system-wide online learning management system. New students are encouraged to accept the Canvas user agreement before the start of the semester. This will give you an opportunity to receive any pre-semester messages your professor might send to you via Canvas, set up your profile, and explore the tool.

• Sign in to Canvas

Access Your University Email

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

• Access Email
• Learn more: Gmail

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
• 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.

• Troubleshoot Your Connection

Register Your Personal Gaming or Streaming Devices

Register your personal gaming or streaming devices such as Xbox, Roku, Apple TV, and more for WiFi access. Unregistered devices can disrupt or slow down the network, making it difficult for you and your neighbors to connect.

• Register a Personal Device for the Internet of Things (IoT) WiFi Service

Sign in to MyU and select the My Info tab. In the Directory Suppression section, manage your  information (phone number, address, etc.) that appears in the University’s internal directory search.

• Learn more: People Search

Sign in to MyU and select the Academics tab. A weekly view of your classes should appear.

Note: If you do not see your classes listed, you may need to adjust which week you are viewing.

All online payments are made via the My Finances tab on MyU. You may also grant access to a parent or guest to allow them to make an online payment on your account.

For specific instructions, refer to One Stop Student Services for your campus:

• One Stop Student Services, Crookston
• One Stop Student Services, Duluth
• One Stop Student Services, Morris
• One Stop Student Services, Rochester
• One Stop Student Services, Twin Cities

One Stop provides information about registration, financial aid, billing, and veterans benefits at the University of Minnesota.

Get Laptop Recommendations

Wondering what computer 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)
   

Purchasing Resources & Information

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

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

Get Other Free and Discounted Software

The University of Minnesota works with vendors to provide discounts on a variety of software products.

• Find Software

Use Technology in On-Campus Housing

Review your campus-specific housing resources to see how to use technology in residence halls:

• Crookston Residential Life
• Duluth Living & Connecting on Campus
• Morris Residence Hall & Community Information
• Rochester Residential Life
• Twin Cities Tech Services | Housing & Residential Life

Important note: For campuses with wired connections in residence halls, it is recommended bring a wired network/ethernet cable. 

Visit Computer Labs

Computer labs are available across campus for your use.

• Duluth Computer Labs
• Twin Cities Computer Labs

Access Printing

Refer to your campus-specific information for printing access and instructions.

• Crookston Additional Services | Printing in the Library
• Duluth Printing
• Morris Printing on Campus
• Rochester Printing
• Twin Cities WiFi Printing

Practice Safe Computing

Learn how to keep your computers, mobile devices, and data safe, both at home and at the U.

• Recognize and Report Email Scams
• Follow Safe Computing Good Practices
   

Get Technology Help

Technology Help is your first point of contact for hardware, software, and internet support (and more!). You can contact Technology Help for assistance even if you are not on campus yet.

• How to Get Technology Help

Use University Technologies for Your Courses

• Canvas
  Your instructors may create websites for your courses in the Canvas learning management system.
  • Canvas Student Orientation Online Course
• Other Technology for Courses

Use Communication and Conferencing Tools

Use University-supported technologies to communicate with large audiences, small groups or individuals.

• Google Workspace
  Your University Google Workspace account includes Meet and Chat.
• Zoom
  • Zoom Meetings for Education (Students & Educators)
    This recorded training demonstrates steps and best practices for using Zoom with your classes.
• Other Communication and Conferencing Tools

Take Technology Training

• Canvas Student Orientation Online Course
• Zoom Meetings for Education (Students & Educators)
  This recorded training demonstrates steps and best practices for using Zoom with your classes.
• Technology Training
  Find in-person and online training for technologies used on campus.
• Google Workspace Learning Center
  Familiarize yourself with Gmail, Calendar, Drive, and other Google Workspace applications through self-help.

Find More Services and Resources for Students

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