Get answers to some of the most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to the technology available to Blazers at Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø.

If you still need help, contact our award-winning Solutions Center.

  • Phone 229.245.HELP (4357)

Technology Frequently Asked Questions

Multifactor Authentication (MFA) is a required security method implemented to protect your online accounts and resources by requiring you to verify your identity when you log in. At Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø, multifactor authentication (MFA) is enforced when:

  • Current Students and Alum log in to the MyÏã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Portal and virtual labs.
  • Employees and Retirees log in to the MyÏã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Portal, OneUSG, or GeorgiaFIRST Financials, and virtual/remote computers.

Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Applicants and Students:

Try one of these options depending on your status:

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  •  - View your acceptance email
  •  - View your acceptance email
  • Call Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Solutions Center at 229.245.4357

Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Employees, Alumni, and Retirees:

Contact Human Resources or the One Card Office

Your Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø email address will be your username@valdosta.edu. 

Log into to access your Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Email account.

Students: To find your Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø username, try one of these options depending on your status:

  •  
  •  - View related email
  •  - View related email
  • Call Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Solutions Center at 229.245.4357

Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Employees, Alumni, and Retirees:

Contact Human Resources or the One Card Office

 

Most account access and password issues can be resolved with a password reset. The process for resetting your password depends on your role.

Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Students and Employees

    1. Navigate to iforgot.valdosta.edu
    2. Select "I Don't Know My Password"
    3. Enter the appropriate information
    4. Click the red "Reset" button
    5. Enter and re-enter your new password
    6. Click the grey "Reset Password" button

International Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Students

GoVIEW Students

    1. Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø
    2. Enter your username_vsu in the "Username*" field
    3. Click "Submit"
    4. A GoVIEW password reset email will be sent to your MyÏã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø email address, though it may be routed to your junk/spam/clutter folder

IT Tip: Check out How to Create a Strong Password

The MyÏã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Portal allows you to access most of your Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø online apps and resources like Email, BlazeVIEW, Banner, Student Online Account and much more. To access the MyÏã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Portal:

  1. Log into using your Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø email address and password; authenticate if prompted.
  2. Under the “Quick Links” section, select View All.
  3. Select a Category or use a Keyword Search and select the account you would like to access.

If you need assistance accessing your MyÏã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø account, use the  or contact the Solutions Center at 229.245.4357.

Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø students, employees and visitors can connect their personal devices to the campus wireless networks by going to

For detailed instructions, visit Network Services

Log into campus computers using your MyÏã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø username (without @valdosta.edu) and password. Be sure to log out when you are finished.

Employees: Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø this page for more information.

Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Card-Swipe Printers are located throughout campus for use by students and employess. These multifunctional printers allow you to:

    • Print from Campus Computers
    • Print from Personal or Mobile Devices
    • Scan to Email

To report an issue or receive additional assistance, contact the Solutions Center at 229.245.4357.

Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Microsoft 365

At no charge, active Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø students and employees can install the latest Microsoft 365 suite of applications on up to five (5) personal PC or Mac computers and up to five (5) personal mobile devices. Alumni and retirees have limited access. 

Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø-OWNED DEVICES: Active Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø employees can submit a Software Installation Request through the  to have Microsoft Office and other approved applications installed on a Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø-issued device.

Learn how to clear your browser cache 

Your browser cache is a collection of webpages, including text, images, and other media, that is stored on your device. Although cache makes your browsing experience more efficient, clearing it regularly prevents web-based services from experiencing browser or cache-related issues. 

 

Update your computer clock if your device displays the wrong time (and it is not a time zone issue) or a service uses specific configurations. If your clock is not synchronized, you could experience network and application issues, emails and messaging issues, and files having incorrect time stamps. 

The definition of personally identifiable information (PII) varies among states. For the state of Georgia, in accordance with OCGA 10-1-911, PII includes:

  • Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø ID Numbers
  • Social Security Number
  • Driver’s License Numbers
  • State Identification Card Numbers
  • Picture IDs
  • Account Numbers
  • Credit/Debit Card Numbers

For tips on security best practices related to PII, check out: 

Email Encryption

Information Security User Awareness

To place an IT work order:

  1. Go to  and log in using your Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø credentials
  2. Select Issue, Service Request, or Solutons and complete requested information
If none of the available options meet your need, contact the Solutions Center at 229.245.4357

Be prepared to provide information such as:

    • Your Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø username/email address
    • IT Number(s), if the ticket concerns campus technology
    • Building and Room number(s) for Office or Classroom issues
    • Other details related to the question or issue