Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a critical security measure for protecting university data in email accounts. It adds an extra layer of protection by requiring users to provide two or more verification factors to access an account.
As of today, department, student club and student organization Google accounts are treated as a “shared resource,” allowing multiple users to access the account with only one password. This encourages “password sharing,” which violates security best practices. To protect university data, MFA will be enforced on departmental accounts to lower the risk of unauthorized account access.
For instructions on configuring MFA for your group account and sharing access to email, calendars, and data, please refer to this related knowledge base article. You will receive system notifications to set up MFA starting March 19. You have until April 15 before the system will require MFA to access the account.
If you have any questions, please contact the Campus Technology Services Help Desk.
-- Submitted by Campus Technology Services