How to...?
If you have "How to" questions, you've come to the right place! Here you will find the most-requested technology topics.
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Change Your Password
Your Cardinal Credentials username and password are used to log onto Cardinal Station, Cardinal Mail, Cardinal Learn, the campus WiFi network, campus computers and other services. You can use the Cardinal Credentials Password Change service to reset your Cardinal Credentials password.
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Launch Google Workspace
Google Workspace provides email, file storage and collaboration tools to members of the Catholic University community. Google Workspace services include Gmail (Cardinal Mail), Calendar, apps such as Docs, Sheets and Slides, Google Drive, Google Groups and shared mailbox delegated access for university departments. For help using Google Workspace at Catholic University, check out our Google Workspace Support page. -
Launch Cardinal Station
Cardinal Station is the landing page for the University’s Student Information, HR/Payroll, Financial, Hiring, and Performance Management systems. Cardinal Station is the place to go to access any of these systems! -
Connect to the Wireless Network
We provide wireless networks for use by members of the campus community and their guests. Visit our Wireless Network page to learn how to connect. -
Use Multi-Factor Authentication
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) means logging on with something you know—your password or a PIN—and something you have, like your phone, or something you are, like your face or fingerprint. Keep your accounts safe—use MFA wherever possible!
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Keep Your Data Safe
Learn more ways to keep your personal information, data and devices safe by visiting our Security and Privacy page. -
Use Classroom Technology
Enrollment Services manages digital presentation rooms for instructional use. Technology Services maintains the technology—computers, software and A/V equipment—in these rooms.
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Use Zoom Video Conferencing
Zoom for Higher Education is a cloud-based video conferencing system that allows Faculty to expand traditional classrooms with video communications and facilitates collaboration throughout the university.
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Print to Network Printers
Shared, networked printers are provided in or near each department for use by faculty and staff, and in most computer lab classrooms and common areas for use by students. -
Connect to ResNet
Each residence hall has wired and wireless networking, and cable TV. Learn how to connect to these services.
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Get Remote Access using VPN
We use a virtual private network or VPN to extend the University's campus network to you wherever you may be on the Internet. This protects our systems and services while allowing you to access them easily when you are off campus. Our VPN resource page will get you connected! -
Request Access or an Account
If you are looking to gain access to an enterprise application, or are a department needing a sponsored account, our Access and Accounts resource page will guide you through the process. -
Purchase Hardware or Software
For information on purchasing hardware and software either with University funds or for personal use, our Purchasing Technology page has you covered. -
Request Office Telephone Service
Cardinal Voice is the University's telephone system for faculty and staff. Learn more about this service on our program page. -
Request an Office Digital Sign
Cardinal Display is the university's digital signage system. Learn how departments can implement a Cardinal Display device. -
Get Training
Technology Services offers training resources to help you use many of our applications. Our Training page will point you to training guides, videos, and more!