STUDENT QUICKLINKS & CONTACTS

2014-2015 Academic Year

 UAB Information Technology strives to provide consistent, accessible, personalized and collaborative environments to enhance the student experience. The quicklinks below provide a ‘get-started’ list of the most common services students ask about. For even more information and resources available to the student community visit uab.edu/it/home/students.

BlazerID and Password

Most of UAB's secured online resources require you to log in using your BlazerID and password.  You probably already have a BlazerID; however,  if you are not sure or if you need to change your password, you can visit BlazerID Central at uab.edu/blazerid.  As of January 1, 2014 a new password/passphrase standard is in effect. In accordance with the new standard student passwords will expire at 180 day intervals.  You will receive multiple advance notifications of a pending password expiration date.  

BlazerNet

Using your BlazerID and password, log into BlazerNet, UAB's student portal - uab.edu/blazernet. From there you will be able to link to class registration, grades, financial aid and other academic resources.

E-mail

Your UAB e-mail address (BlazerID@uab.edu) is the place to look for all official correspondence from UAB. To check or update your e-mail preferences, visit BlazerID Central at uab.edu/blazerid. To register a UAB account, click “Get A UAB Email Account” on the left side of the web page. UAB has transitioned students to Microsoft Office 365 email. This provides 1TB of storage plus other features. If your email account has been migrated to Office 365, you should use www.outlook.com/uab.edu to access your mailbox. For help with email configuration, visit the FAQ link:to uab.edu/it/email.

File Size & UAB Dropbox

Your Office 365 mailbox has 1TB of space, and the size limit for attachments is 30MB.  Large attachments should be sent via the UAB Drop Box at uab.edu/dropbox.

Wireless Networks

Stay connected on campus by accessing the UAB WiFi network using your BlazerID and password: uab.edu/it/wireless. For information about Apogee ResNet in the dorms, click here.

Mobile Users

Have an Apple or Android mobile device? Download the free UAB Mobile app which provides access to class schedules, maps, Campus Directory, news and athletics, and Canvas Mobile:  uab.edu/app.

Online Classroom/Canvas

Online courses are available via Canvas (log in with your BlazerID and password at uab.edu/canvas). Training and support opportunities are available at the site. 

Recommended System Specifications & Computer Setup

UAB IT provides recommendations on computer specifications for Apple Macintosh and Microsoft Windows PC laptop and desktop systems, and guidance on how to prepare your computer for use at UAB (before you arrive on campus). Visit uab.edu/it/students and select from the available resources for more detail.

Software & Computers

UAB IT offers an extensive library of software for free or at discounted pricing, including antivirus software, Microsoft Office products and more. Microsoft Office products are available to students for free through their Office 365 accounts, along with free storage on OneDrive. Through UAB's relationship with Dell, many computer products are available at a discount to students (and parents on behalf of students).  Visit uab.edu/it/students and select from the available resources for more details.

Computer Labs

UAB maintains several student computing labs which are open to all current students with a valid BlazerID. For locations and hours, visit uab.edu/it/labs.

Campus Directory

The online directory contains contact information for students, faculty, staff and all UAB entities: uab.edu/directory.

Higher Education Opportunity Act & Digital Rights Compliance

The Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) includes provisions to reduce the illegal uploading and downloading of copyrighted works through peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing of movies, videos, music, etc. More information, including how UAB detects and responds to illegal downloading activity, can be found at uab.edu/it/heoa.

IT Policies

Individuals who use UAB technology resources are required to read the Acceptable Use Policy in its entirety. This and other IT policies, standards and best practices can be found on the UAB IT website: uab.edu/it/policies.

Help Desk

For support with all things IT contact AskIT, UAB's IT help desk. Many self-help articles and FAQs are available on the AskIT website.  To access the FAQs, open a ticket or chat with an agent visit uab.edu/askit, or call AskIT at 205-996-5555.  Hours of operation vary and are posted on the website.

eNotify

Students can register their cell phone for various notifications from around campus.  From notifications about postings in the learning management system, to reminders about registration deadlines, to being able to reset your BlazerID password remotely (24x7)...it all starts with registering your cell phone and selecting which services you want to take advantage of. Visit uab.edu/enotify and sign up today.