Welcome Back Faculty!

Welcome back BGSU faculty! This page is designed to inform you of any significant IT changes that occurred over the summer and also includes information and resources that will help you prepare for a successful 2024-25 academic year.

HELPFUL RESOURCES

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Classroom Info & Training

Device & Accessory Purchase Guidelines

Faculty Resources

Canvas Tips

Be sure to review our Welcome Back Faculty email message scheduled for August 13, 2025. This message will contain important technology changes and information for the 2025-26 academic year.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Required Windows 11 Upgrade

BGSU Windows devices with operating systems (OS) older than Windows 10 must be updated to Windows 11 by Sept. 10, 2025. If you have not yet upgraded your device(s), please do so using these instructions.

Schedule a Hands-On Support Session

ITS offers Hands-On Support sessions for a variety of device issues, including wireless troubleshooting, device repair and more.

Gently Used Device Requests

Departments can request gently used devices from ITS for adjunct faculty and GAs to use for University business (subject to availability).

Beware of Phishing Scams

Beware of phishing emails/scams. If you receive an email that is out of place, littered with mistakes or seems suspicious, report it to ITS using our fraudulent email reporting process.

Application/Software Inventory

ITS has created a tracking site detailing all software approved for use at the university. Use this list to search for any existing approved technology to meet your current needs prior to requesting the use or purchase of any new technology.

Connect to VPN Regularly

If you will be off campus for an extended period, be sure to connect your university device to the VPN monthly to receive important updates.

Updated: 08/13/2025 10:43AM