Before sharing a file, ask: Does this person need access? Am I using an approved tool? Am I protecting sensitive information appropriately? Pause. Verify. Protect. go.msu.edu/cam26

Phishing is not limited to email. Suspicious links and requests can arrive by text, phone, or collaboration tools. A few seconds of verification can prevent a much bigger problem. go.msu.edu/cam26

To help support the university-wide password reset effort, the MSU IT Service Desk will offer special phone support hours this weekend, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10 and Sunday, Oct. 11. Support will be available by telephone only at (517) 432-6200.

A birthday. A pet name. A location tag. Small details shared online can help attackers build a more convincing scam. Think before you post. go.msu.edu/cam26

MSU IT Educational and Research Technology has many helpful tools to help educators during the semester, and improve their use of campus technologies to support student success. Visit tech.msu.edu to learn more!

How many accounts use the same password? If the answer is more than one, now is a good time to change that. Use a strong passphrase, consider a password manager and think before you post. Pause. Verify. Protect. go.msu.edu/cam26

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. MSU IT is sharing a four-part Pause. Verify. Protect. series focused on practical steps you can take to reduce cybersecurity risk. Topics include strong passphrases, phishing, and timely software updates. go.msu.edu/cam26

To help support the university-wide password reset effort, the MSU IT Service Desk will offer special phone support this weekend from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Support will be available by telephone only at (517) 432-6200.

MSU IT is requiring all users to reset their MSU NetID password. Spartans can either wait for a password reset prompt or reset their password now through the self-service process. Learn more at tech.msu.edu.

MSU IT provides no-cost training on collaborative tools to all students, faculty, and staff. Check out the following courses available in October and visit SpartansLearn.msu.edu for more information and to register.

Catch CyberGoose at Wells Hall today starting at 11 am and get a free t-shirt!

Creating secure passwords is one of the best ways to safeguard your personal data. Learn more at secureit.msu.edu

Need to find an MSU computer lab or printer? Head over to go.msu.edu/itlabs

If you’re a new member of the MSU staff, don’t forget about tech.msu.edu/staff/. It’s the one source for all of your technology resources.

MSU IT staff are helping spark creativity through MSU's Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) program, giving students hands-on opportunities to explore game design and discovering how their passion can evolve into future careers. Read more at tech.msu.edu.

The MSU Tech Store is open Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. to help with all your hardware, software, and accessory needs. Find them on the 1st floor of the Computer Center building. They also feature a walk-up Tech Bar to help answer questions. Visit techstore.msu.edu.

The MSU IT Training Team offers no-cost training on several of these applications like Zoom, Spartan 365, and specific Microsoft applications like Teams, OneNote, and OneDrive. Visit the SpartansLearn website for more information.

More than just the place to get your Spartan Card, the MSU ID Office is where you can purchase Spartan Cash, dining plans, and is the only place to get CATA bus passes. The office is open M – F, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m., Room 170 of the International Center. idoffice.msu.edu/

Stay safe and secure this semester! Learn safe computing habits to protect yourself from viruses, spyware, spam, and scams. For more information about safeguarding your devices and protecting yourself, visit secureit.msu.edu.

Tech Store & ID Office Game Day Hours • The Tech Store will close at noon • The MSU ID Office will be closed For ID Office assistance, staff will remain available by phone and email: MSU ID Office (517) 355-4500 [email protected]