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Student Tech Guide

Know Your Technology Resources!

 

This guide covers the most important technology resources our students have available to them.  Each section outlines important information to help you find success at NKU.

Norse Tech Bar

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  • Walk-in technology assistance center
  • Experts available to answer questions and troubleshoot issues with computers, tablets and smartphones
  • Need to borrow a laptop or iPad?  The Tech Bar loans equipment to students.


Walk-in technology assistance center

Experts available to answer questions and troubleshoot issues with computers, tablets and smartphones

Need to borrow a laptop, iPad, or camera?  The NTB loans equipment to students.

 

Help Desk

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  • Extended-hours support for all technology needs and issues
  • Reset your password, register your device on the network, assistance with myNKU and Canvas, and more
  • Contact the Help Desk online, or call anytime


Extended-hours support for all technology needs and issues

Reset your password, register your device on the network, assist with myNKU and Canvas, and more

Contact the HelpDesk online, or call anytime

Email

  • Main communication method with professors
  • Free for all NKU students
  • Spam filters keep your inbox free of clutter
Access Webmail

Username and Password

  • Your username/password allows access to most NKU services
  • Passwords expire every 90 days
  • Change your password on the Password Management Page
Manage Password

Microsoft Office 365

  • Free online versions of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook
  • Access your work from anywhere when you save to OneDrive
  • Work seamlessly between online and desktop versions
Access Office 365

 

 

Wireless Networks

Wireless Networks

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  • Secure wi-fi on campus and in the Residential Village
  • Connect your computers, phones, streaming devices, and game systems
  • Read more on the Wireless Network page

 

 

 

 

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Wireless Printing

Wireless Printing

  • Log in to Papercut, NKU's online printing system
  • Upload your document
  • Send to any printer on campus!

 

 

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Computer Labs

Computer Labs

8 computer labs are available on campus, and are open to all students. Learn More

Computer Labs

8 computer labs are available on campus, and are open to all students.
Learn More


Microsoft OneDrive

Microsoft OneDrive

All students are provided free (unlimited!) cloud storage on OneDrive. In addition to cloud storage, OneDrive provides an easy way to edit your files from any device, even your phone.  You can also easily share your files with other students, making group projects simple to manage. Learn More

Microsoft OneDrive
Microsoft OneDrive

All students are provided free (unlimited!) cloud storage on OneDrive. It also provides an easy way to edit your files from any device, even your phone.  You can also easily share your files with other students, making group projects simple to manage.
Learn More


Virtual Desktop

Virtual Desktop

Need a specific piece of software for a class?  Log in to NKU's virtual desktops (from anywhere) and access anything you may require! Learn More

Virtual Desktop
Virtual Desktop

Need a specific piece of software for a class?  Log in to NKU's virtual desktop (from anywhere) and access anything you may need!
Learn More

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NKU Mobile App

NKU Mobile App

Personalization

Add or remove tiles on the home screen to access your most used features.

 Integration

Many of your necessary tools for academic success are fully integrated into the app—making it your one-stop shop for all your digital tools like email, Canvas and more.

 Visualization

Keep your academic career on track and view your academic plan any time. Check your grades, holds and registration window all in one place!

 Registration

Not only can you see your registration window, but you can also schedule your classes within the app!

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myNKU
myNKU

NKU's web portal where you can register for classes, check your academic plan, view your degree audit, and update your information.
myNKU Login


myNKU

myNKU

NKU's web portal where you can register for classes, check your academic plan, view your degree audit, and update your information.

myNKU Login

myNKU
Canvas

NKU's learning management system.  All online classes (and most traditional classes) use Canvas.
Canvas Login


Canvas

Canvas

NKU's learning management system.  All online classes (and most traditional classes) use Canvas.

Canvas Login

Syllabus Bank
Syllabus Bank

Search for syllabi from previous semesters.  Learn more about NKU instructors and courses before you register!
Syllabus Bank Login

Syllabus Bank

Syllabus Bank

Search for syllabi from previous semesters.  Learn more about NKU instructors and courses before you register!

Syllabus Bank Login

 

 

 

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Questions?


Get more answers on our FAQ Page, or contact our Help Desk.

 

Contact IT


Norse Tech Bar

    University Center, plaza-level

 

Help Desk

    Phone: 859-572-6911
    Email: helpdesk@nku.edu