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Keep Learning: Online Learning Resources for Students
Whether it's your first time learning online or you've taken online courses before, find tips, tools, and resources here to help you succeed during COVID-19.
Keep Working: IT Resources for Working Remotely
When you can't be in the office, utilize several tools and tips we offer at the University to stay productive and connected. Keep working where ever you are by accessing your desk phone, software, meetings and more.
Keep Teaching: Resources to Transition to Online Teaching
A variety of circumstances might require you to take your class online quickly and keep teaching. This website will provide you with some simple actions to help you make that transition.
Multi-Factor Authentication for Office 365
Get extra security on your Microsoft Office 365 account with multi-factor authentication, coming soon! This optional security tool helps keep your personal information safe.
Update to Zoom 5.0!
The Zoom 5.0 update offers several new security features, including special encryption that provides higher security during virtual interactions. After May 30, all Zoom users will be required to update.
CyberAware Podcast: COVID-19 & Learning Remotely
Join Sherwin and Raj in a new episode of the CyberAware Podcast to hear insights about the switch to online learning and how COVID-19 has affected online security. Hear from guest speaker Mike Hedlund, a Management Information Systems major and the President of the Information Security Student Organization at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
ITS Student Employee Spotlight
We’d like to extend a huge thank you and congratulations to our graduating IT Solutions student workers who all have made amazing contributions to our team’s success! #MavGrad2020
Free Microsoft Office!
All students and employees have access to Microsoft Office products (Office 365).
Zoom Web Conferencing
Free for students, faculty, and staff, Zoom is a fast and reliable video conferencing software for online meetings. Sign in with your StarID and StarID password at minnstate.zoom.us.
Adobe CC Temporarily FREE
Students, need Adobe Creative Cloud for class or just curious to try it out? Packed with a variety of tools for design and editing, Adobe has made its Creative Cloud suite free for download for a limited time only.
Online Training with LinkedIn Learning
Free for students, faculty, and staff, LinkedIn Learning offers thousands of video tutorials on a variety of topics, including marketing, business, graphic design, education, and more.
WorkMSU - NEW!
WorkMSU is a new solution to help University employees work remotely. Virtually access a collection of campus software and services – plus, it’s easier and faster than the VPN and Remote Desktop Connection.
MavLABS - NEW!
Get remote access on your own device to specialized software like ArcGIS, CAD programs, programming editors, database servers, Microsoft Access, geography labs, physics, biology and more with MavLABS.
Poll Everywhere Free for Faculty & Staff
Boost the engagement in your classrooms and meetings with Poll Everywhere – for free! Create interactive polls, embed them directly into your presentation, and collect live responses with real-time results.
Keep Teaching
Instructors, check out these resources to help you transition your courses online. With helpful teaching tools like D2L for online coursework, Zoom for web meetings, and MediaSpace for video sharing, you can help your students succeed from anywhere.
Keep Learning
Students, don’t miss a beat – get started with online learning by exploring the tools and resources available to you. With D2L, LinkedIn Learning, Microsoft Office 365, and more, you’ll be a tech savvy Maverick in no time!
Keep Working
Working remotely? No problem! Browse these tips and resources to learn how to stay productive and connected with your team from any location.
New Mav Life Update!
The Mav Life mobile app now has automatic D2L integration, so you can stay more connected to your classes than ever this semester! You can now view course info, check grades, see assignments, and more in Mav Life.
Student Employment Opportunities
IT Solutions offers numerous and diverse student employment opportunities across campus. View current opening or sign-up to be notified when new jobs are posted.
CyberAware Podcast
Listen to hosts Raj and Sherwin, both student workers on the IT Solutions Information Security Team, as they discuss various cybersecurity topics and news.
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IT Help & Support
Have a question or need to troubleshoot? Find self-help articles to help get your question answered or contact the IT Solutions Center and we'd be happy to help.
Keep Learning: Online Learning Resources for Students
Whether it's your first time learning online or you've taken online courses before, find tips, tools, and resources here to help you succeed during COVID-19.
Keep Working: IT Resources for Working Remotely
When you can't be in the office, utilize several tools and tips we offer at the University to stay productive and connected. Keep working where ever you are by accessing your desk phone, software, meetings and more.
Keep Teaching: Resources to Transition to Online Teaching
A variety of circumstances might require you to take your class online quickly and keep teaching. This website will provide you with some simple actions to help you make that transition.
Locations, Centers and Labs
IT Solutions operates and helps manage several labs, centers and focus areas across campus to provide and support innovative and advanced teaching and learning.
Training, Events and News
From online training to in-person events, IT Solutions offers various options for furthering your technology-based knowledge and skills.
Services We Offer
View our IT Solutions services or browse our full catalog of services to see and learn more about our offerings.
CyberAware
Welcome to CyberAware, the home for cybersecurity information and resources at Minnesota State University, Mankato. IT Solutions Information Security helps protect your personal information and ensure your continued productivity.
Mav Life Mobile App
Mav Life, the University’s official mobile app, is available in the Apple or Google Play store. Download today to connect with friends, customize your profile, view your classes, see campus maps, access the bus tracker, and more.
About IT Solutions
IT Solutions is divided into five major areas. Each team addresses unique solutions to provide the University with reliable information technology systems and innovative solutions.
