What email platform do KU Leuven staff and students use?
Most staff members use the new Exchange mail and calendar service, and can access their mail via the web using the Outlook Web Access Outlook Web Access Students Outlook Web Access If you are a student at one of the institutions of the KU Leuven Association and do not follow an academic program, then you do not use this email platform.
How do I access KU resources from off-campus?
For some KU resources, IT offers a Virtual Private Network (VPN) called KU Anywhere for off-campus access. In most cases only provides access to resources hosted on the KU network.
When will the KU Leuven web application be available?
Due to planned maintenance the web application will not be available from Friday 17 to Sunday 19 December 2021. We apologize for any inconvenience. Candidates wishing to study or undertake research at KU Leuven must apply beforehand and consequently fulfil specific admission requirements.
How do I get access to Ku library materials?
Access to licensed KU Libraries materials is provided to KU users through the IP address of your computer or device: When you are on a campus network, your IP address will provide access without having to log in.
Have the right equipment
Consider the equipment you may need, including a computer, display, docking station, mouse, keyboard, and any ergonomic needs. Tablets and cell phones can be useful but are not adequate standalone equipment for working remotely.
Bandwidth
Bandwidth is an even more precious resource now as more people we live with are working and learning online. Your internet plan should run at a minumum of 5 mbps download and 1 mbps upload, and the recommendation is for 15 mbps download and 5 mbps upload to prevent common connectivity-related issues.
Communicate and collaborate
The main differences for teleworking and online learning relate to how you and your colleagues or classmates communicate and collaborate. These tools connect you remotely so your collaborations can continue uninterrupted:
File storage and access
Access the latest version of your files, even those on your network home drives, from anywhere as long as you’re connected to the internet:
Security recommendations for working remotely
The IT Security website 21 has recommendations and requirements to follow when working at home or another off-campus location. Topics include:
Why Can't I Access Libraries Resources using the VPN (KU Anywhere)?
In most cases only provides access to resources hosted on the KU network. Because most of the libraries' databases, journals, and online resources are provided by publishers external to KU, the VPN will not provide off-campus access to these resources. Links using the Libraries proxy server prefix should be created instead.
How to add proxy server URL to KU library?
If you wish to add the proxy server URL to a link you encounter in your research, you can use the libraries' Proxy Server Bookmarklet. By saving the bookmarklet to your bookmarks bar, you can click the bookmarklet link to re-load a KU Libraries resource so that it contains the proxy server prefix.
How to access library resources?
The simplest way to access library resources is to start from the Libraries website, locating the resource using Articles and Databases , e-Journals, the Catalog, or other starting points. Starting here will provide access to resources from on- or off-campus.
How to add University of Kansas Libraries to Google Scholar?
To manage the "Library links" settings for in Google Scholar Settings, visit this URL: Select "University of Kansas Libraries Get at KU" and save your settings.
