Quick Start Guide

Welcome to CU-Boulder!

CU-Boulder is proud of its superior information technology (IT) environment. As a CU-Boulder student you'll be able to take advantage of educational technology tools, wireless network access, an extensive array of modern computing labs, and innovative classroom technology.

OIT is a combined effort with the goal of helping you efficiently tap into a comprehensive suite of IT services offered on the CU-Boulder campus. OIT partners with the following departments in this effort: CU Bookstore, Housing and Dining Services (Housing IT and Residence Life), Office of Admissions, Office of the Registrar, School of Law Admissions, and University Communications.

• Getting Started with Campus Technology guide
• Computers, software, and other technology recommendations
• IdentiKey - your primary username and password for CU-Boulder technology services
• UCB Wireless - register on the UCB Wireless network
• Wired Internet - Wired internet connectivity in residence halls and university apartments
• MyCUInfo - primary portal system to register for classes and view your schedule
• CULink - Primary e-mail system for student @colorado.edu e-mail accounts
• Desire2Learn - CU-Boulder's new learning management system.
• Clickers - This innovative tool, using a device often called a “clicker,” allows students to participate in classes and answer questions provided by the instructor.
• Antivirus Software - Protect your computer, download antivirus software
• Cable TV in the residence halls and university apartments - Each room is wired for cable. Check out the channel lineup.
• Technology Learning Opportunities - Hands-on workshops, Tech Talks, and computer-based training resources.
• Computing labs and printing - Find a computing lab on campus.
• IT support - Learn about our call center and our drop-in desktop support services
• IT policies - Review the IT policies for the University of Colorado
• Research Computing - Research Computing provides a cyberinfrastructure for researchers, educators, and learners.

Welcome to CU-Boulder!

CU-Boulder is proud of its superior information technology (IT) environment. As a CU-Boulder staff member you'll be able to take advantage of productivity tools, wireless network access, and security tools.

• Getting Started with Campus Technology guide
• Computers, software, and other technology recommendations
• IdentiKey - your primary username and password for CU-Boulder technology services
• UCB Wireless - register on the UCB Wireless network
• Wired Internet - Wired internet connectivity in university buildings
• MyCUInfo - primary portal system for CU-Boulder staff where you submit timesheets and review your information
  • MyCU - legacy portal system that is still used for some features.
• Desire2Learn - CU-Boulder's new learning management system. Staff members can request Community courses.
• Exchange - E-mail system for faculty and staff.
• Antivirus Software - Protect your computer, download antivirus software
• IT Security - learn about best practices and get access to security tools
• Technology Learning Opportunities - Hands-on workshops, brown bag seminars, and computer-based training resources
• IT support - Learn about our call center and our desktop support services
• IT policies - Review the IT policies for the University of Colorado
• Research Computing - Research Computing provides a cyberinfrastructure for researchers, educators, and learners.

Welcome to CU-Boulder!

CU-Boulder is proud of its superior information technology (IT) environment. As a CU-Boulder student you'll be able to take advantage of educational technology tools, wireless network access, an extensive array of modern computing labs, and innovative classroom technology.

• Getting Started with Campus Technology guide
• Computers, software, and other technology recommendations
• IdentiKey - your primary username and password for CU-Boulder technology services
• UCB Wireless - register on the UCB Wireless network
• Wired Internet - Wired internet connectivity in university buildings
• MyCUInfo - primary portal system for faculty. Includes faculty course toolkit.
• MyCU - portal system for faculty where you submit timesheets and review your information
• CUConnect - legacy portal that still has a few tools related to staff
• Desire2Learn - CU-Boulder's new learning management system.
• Clickers - This innovative tool, using a device often called a “clicker,” allows students to participate in classes and answer questions provided by the instructor.
• Exchange - E-mail system for faculty and staff
• Teaching and Learning Tools - Learn about our learning management systems (CULearn, D2L), iTunes U, classroom capture, CUClickers, and more.
• Teaching and Learning Spaces - Classroom media cabinet keys, technology equipped classrooms, computing labs and more.
• Antivirus Software - Protect your computer, download antivirus software
• IT Security - learn about best practices and get access to security tools
• Technology Learning Opportunities - Hands-on workshops,brown bag seminars and computer-based training resources
• IT support - Learn about our IT Service Center (303-735-HELP, help@colorado.edu) and our Desktop Support services
• IT policies - Review the IT policies for the University of Colorado
• Research Computing - Research Computing provides a cyberinfrastructure for researchers, educators, and learners.