Graduate Students: Reach your goals with IT@UT
Information Technology Services (ITS) is committed to supporting you during your time as a graduate student at The University of Texas at Austin. Here are some of the computing services we offer to help you with IT@UT.
Your identification on campus
ITS provides a unique electronic identification (EID) for each member of our campus. When used with a strong password, your UT EID allows secure access to university technology resources. Remember to keep your password safe and never share it!
Get your official photo ID card
The ID Center provides you with an official university photo ID card. Use it as your UT library card or to make purchases using Bevo Bucks. It also gives you access to certain buildings on campus. The ID Center is centrally located at the Information Desk on the first floor of the Flawn Academic Center (FAC).
Secure your computer and your work
ITS provides BevoWare, a variety of free, useful software you can download. BevoWare includes anti-virus and firewall products that meet university information security requirements. The software available through BevoWare is intended to help secure your computer, both on and off campus, when researching or communicating online. Download, install and run BevoWare security software on your computer today!
Know your rights and responsibilities
An IT Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) is in place to provide you with guidelines for the responsible use of computer resources at the university, including e-mail, computer accounts and Internet access. This policy also describes your rights and responsibilities when it comes to copyrighted materials, confidential information and much more. Are you also a graduate assistant? Take the Faculty-Staff IT Security Awareness Training.
Set up your university e-mail
The university gives you an e-mail account (mail.utexas.edu), at no additional cost. You may receive a departmental or college e-mail account too. For official university messages, designate a specific account.
You can use a desktop e-mail program or log in via the Web with your EID and password to access your university e-mail from any Internet-connected computer.
Get discounts on computer products
The Campus Computer Store provides a convenient outlet for purchasing hardware, software and accessories at low academic pricing. ITS negotiates with top manufacturers for discounts on a range of computer products.
To obtain SAS or SPSS statistical software, go to Software Distribution and Sales (SDS). Both the store and SDS are located in the FAC.
Connect to the Internet
For wireless and wired Internet access on campus, use the Public Network system. The campus wireless network, called "restricted.utexas.edu", is secure and easy to use. Getting started requires a few steps, so allow fifteen minutes.
Off-campus, the VPN (virtual private network) securely connects you to campus resources on the university network.
Use secure online services
Use UT Direct, the secure, online campus portal, to access course schedules, register for classes, pay fees and more.
Instead of buying your own software, get remote access to software licensed by the university. You can access a variety of applications by logging in to a centralized desktop from any computer with Internet access.
Store and share files online
WebSpace allows you to store online copies of your notes and files. You can access WebSpace with your EID and password from any Internet-connected computer. WebSpace allows you to share files with others and publish a personal home page.
Get help and computer training
ITS offers classes by request on topics such as SmartVoice, Office 2007, Vista and OneNote. Online tutorials are also available.
The ITS Help Desk provides free computer assistance by phone, online or in person. Many schools and colleges have their own IT support staffs. Check with your college to find out what local IT help is available to you.
Every student on campus is eligible for the services ITS provides. Some schools and colleges, including Cockrell School of Engineering, College of Education, McCombs School of Business, School of Architecture and School of Information also provide their students with additional resources and requirements, such as custom e-mail addresses and laptop specifications. Be sure to check with your school to see what else is available to you.
