What is access BGSU?
Access BGSU is an application that provides BGSU students with the ability to share their student information with a proxy (parent, guardian, family member, spouse, etc.) of their choice. In order for a proxy to receive access, a student (known as a delegator in this process) first has to grant access through their MyBGSU account. Having Trouble?
What programming language is the Bowling Green State University website written in?
Bowling Green State University (BGSU) has built its website around the Standards of the World Wide Web Consortium's (W3C) Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML) 5 and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS).
What does BGSU do for our families?
We serve all families guardians, grandparents and other supporters in the lives of our students. Our intent is to make the BGSU campus a “home away from home” by offering you a full range of services and resources.
How do I contact BGSU’s family office?
Our intent is to make the BGSU campus a “home away from home” by offering you a full range of services and resources. We invite you to contact our office with any questions or concerns at families@BGSU.edu or 419-372-0438.
What is a VPN at BGSU?
Virtual Private Network (VPN) The BGSU VPN allows faculty and staff to securely connect to the BGSU network while off campus in order to access certain BGSU resources*. While some BGSU resources such as Canvas, MyBGSU, Office 365 and webmail do NOT require the use of VPN, several BGSU applications do. Services that DO require the use of VPN ...
How much storage does OneDrive have?
Utilize OneDrive or SharePoint to save your files for quick access from any location with an internet connection. OneDrive provides users with 1TB (that's 1024 GB) of storage space.
What is Cisco Jabber?
Cisco Jabber is available to all faculty and staff on their university-owned laptops*. In addition to being an instant messaging tool, Jabber can be used as an extension of your university phone to make and receive calls directly from your device.
Which services require VPN?
Services that DO require the use of VPN include: PeopleSoft (CSS/FMS/HCM), Employee Timesheet, Adobe Campaign, etc. View a list of BGSU applications that require VPN.
Can Jabber be remotely installed?
If you do not already have Jabber on your device, the next time you bring your device to campus and connect to the BGSU network, the software will be remotely installed.
What is Microsoft Teams?
Microsoft Teams is an online meeting, instant messaging, file storage and collaboration tool. Teams is available to faculty and staff and includes both a web and desktop application. Windows users can download the desktop app directly from the Software Center, while Mac users must download the software directly from the Microsoft Teams website.
Does BGSU have a Jabber app?
BGSU also provides the Cisco Jabber application to faculty and staff for instant messaging on university-owned devices
What is access BGSU?
Access BGSU is a feature available to BGSU students and provides students with the ability to share important data such as grades, billing/payment information, financial aid awards, holds, and to do's with a designated proxy (parent, guardian, spouse, etc.). For step-by-step instructions on using Access BGSU, please visit and review the guides listed under "documentation."
How to contact BGSU?
We invite you to contact our office with any questions or concerns at families@BGSU.edu or 419-372-0438. If you have an immediate concern about the health and safety of a student outside of business hours, please contact the Campus Police at 419-372-2346.
What is Bowling Green State University's office of parent, family and new student connections?
Bowling Green State University created the Office of Parent, Family and New Student Connections to connect, educate and advocate for the entire Falcon Family.
How long does Duo 2 factor authentication last?
To have the Duo Two Factor Authentication system remember you for 30 days, just check the box on the Duo screen that says "Remember me for 30 Days. ". You will need to check this box once per browser, per device, and you will need to check the box again if you clear your cache or history.
What is a duo security?
BGSU uses the Duo security access product to provide users with secure access to sensitive data. Enrollment in Duo offers a simple and quick method for implementing Two Factor Authentication at the University. Information Technology Services (ITS) recommends the Duo App as the preferred verification option because it is the fastest and most effective way to access protected services using Two Factor Authentication.
How long do you have to log in to BGSU after enrolling in Duo?
Once logged in to the MyBGSU portal, users will stay logged in until the session times out after 30 minutes, or until they close out the portal (whichever comes first).
Why is the Duo app used?
Information Technology Services (ITS) recommends the Duo App as the preferred verification option because it is the fastest and most effective way to access protected services using Two Factor Authentication. After enrolling in Duo, users will be required to authenticate every time they login to a protected service.
What is a two factor authentication?
The BGSU Two Factor Authentication feature offers users a more secure method for accessing important university data. In order to access data protected by Two Factor Authentication, users must clearly identify themselves using two different methods of identification - their BGSU password and another component. The purpose of using two methods of identification is to better protect your data and works under the premise that an unauthorized user is unlikely to be able to supply both required methods of identification.
When is Duo 2 factor authentication mandatory?
As of October 8, 2020 Duo Two Factor Authentication protection for email is mandatory for all BGSU students.
What is remember me?
The "Remember Me" feature is device-specific. If you select this option while using your mobile phone to access a protected service, and then attempt to access the same service using your laptop, you will still need to authenticate using Duo Two Factor Authentication.
On your first log in after the transition you may be prompted to confirm Duo setup
If you experience issues logging in after this change you may need to reset your password. Password reset self-service instructions are available here.
Spring Course Registration is NOW OPEN!
Courses are filling up on a first-come, first-served basis. Spring registration is now open for all current BGSU students. Incoming new and transfer students please connect with the Office of Admissions for details about your registration process.
2022-23 FAFSA Now Open
To qualify for any federal financial aid next academic year, you are REQUIRED to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
2022-23 Scholarships
The 2022-23 General Scholarship Application is now open and has hundreds of scholarship opportunities for new and current students! Scholarships aren?t just based on merit. They are also based on the field of study, community service, financial need and diversity.
What is BGSU website?
Bowling Green State University (BGSU) has built its website around the Standards of the World Wide Web Consortium's (W3C) Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML) 5 and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). The website was built in compliance with the accessibility standards established by section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and detailed in section 1194.22 of the Code of Federal Regulations, "Web-based intranet and internet information and applications" ( https://www.section508.gov/ ).
How to contact BGSu with disabilities?
To our guests with disabilities, please indicate if you need special services, assistance or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event by contacting Accessibility Services, access@bgsu.edu, 419-372-8495. Please notify us prior to the event.