Technology Resources for Students

Don't let technology overwhelm you; that's what homework and midterms are for. As a student, you are presented with a wide range of software and services, many of which are required by your classes. Familiarize yourself with the technology resources available to you, and tackle your coursework with greater efficiency and ease.

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myODU

myODU () is a web-based portal that provides a personalized gateway to University information and many of the services listed on this page. The portal pulls together the ODU online resources you need most, providing easy and centralized access to:

Student Email
Canvas
Leo Online (class registration, schedule, and grades)
University publications, event listings & announcements
Links to academic resources... and more.

You can view and print the course schedule, get financial aid information, read email, access Canvas, find an instructor's contact information, check grades, view a degree audit, and stay informed about events.

myODU

ODU Mobile

Download the ODU app for instant access to ODU services and information. The app is free, and available for Apple and Android.

ODU Mobile

Accounts

MIDAS

MIDAS is the identity and password management system for the University. Your MIDAS ID and password give you access to most of ODU's essential academic and professional services. (Usage of MIDAS-authenticated services and software falls under the ITS Acceptable Use Policy.)

MIDAS

Leo Online

Leo Online is ODU's student information system. It contains your official record, including personal information, grades, transcripts, and more.

Leo Online

Two-Factor Authentication

Add an additional layer of security to online accounts by verifying your identity before logging in to ODU systems with your MIDAS ID and password.

Two-Factor Authentication

More About Accounts & Access

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High Speed Internet

Wireless Internet

ODU's wireless network delivers fast and reliable data connection in all academic buildings and residence halls and most outdoor spaces on campus. Use your MIDAS ID and password to log on to wireless networks.

Wireless Internet

Residential Network

Residential Network (ResNet) provides high speed internet access, local phone service and cable television to students living in residence halls and University Village Apartments.

Residential Network

Communication

Student Email

When you created your MIDAS account, you received an ODU email address. All University-related communications, policies, announcements, tuition bills and other official business will be delivered to this address, so make sure you check it regularly.

Student Email

ODU Alerts

ODU Alerts is an emergency alert and notification system capable of delivering messages about campus emergencies, inclement weather and closures by email, phone or text.

ODU Alerts

Labs & Printers

Computer Labs

ITS maintains computer labs with applications that support classroom requirements. Log in to lab computers with your MIDAS ID and password. Labs are located in Webb Center and all Higher Education Centers. Additional computers are also available in the Learning Commons, some academic buildings and residence halls.

Computer Labs

Printing on Campus

Laser printing is available in all labs and most academic and residence halls. Students receive $1.25 at the beginning of each semester to use for printing, and additional pages can be purchased using Monarch Plus.

Printing on Campus

Software

Microsoft Office 365

Office 365 is available for you to install and use for as long as you are a student at ODU. The latest versions of Office products like Word, Excel and PowerPoint can be installed on PCs, Macs, tablets and smartphones.

Microsoft Office 365

Monarch Virtual Environment (MOVE)

The Monarch Virtual Environment (MOVE) provides access to virtual workstations that have the same configuration as those in the standard ITS computer labs. In addition to the standard suite of software, MOVE also offers access to both departmental and ArcGIS specialized software.

Monarch Virtual Environment (MOVE)

Other Software

Other software titles, like SPSS and Mathematica, are available for students to use on personal computers, either free or at a reduced cost.

Other Software

Software/Services Catalog

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Academic Tools

Canvas

Canvas is used in many courses at ODU. Your professors will use Canvas to post assignments, enable collaboration and feedback, and give you access to course documents, reading assignments and other supplementary materials.

Canvas

WordPress

WordPress is an online tool, available to the entire campus community, that allows you to create and publish your own websites. With dozens of free, professional looking themes, extremely easy content management and a library full of custom plugins, create fully featured websites in minutes.

WordPress

Google Workspace

All students receive Google suite of applications. Share information and ideas using Google's communication, collaboration, and publishing tools. You can create and share documents, spreadsheets, and calendar events, as well as communicate using chat and video messaging.

Google Workspace

Zoom

Zoom is a cloud-based web conferencing service available to ODU faculty, staff and students that allows users to host and participate in meetings over the Internet.

Zoom

Computing

Safe Computing

Email phishing scams and the spread of malware are commonplace online, especially on college campuses. We've put together some tips to help keep you safe online.

Safe Computing

Technology Guidelines

Recommended and minimum notebook specifications for computing at ODU.

Technology Guidelines

Student File Storage

Students have access to file space on the University's H: drive or through online services like OneDrive or Google Drive.

Student File Storage

Support

ITS Help Desk

Whenever you need assistance with any technology at ODU, the ITS Help Desk is ready to help. We have someone available to answer your phone calls and emails around the clock, or you can come visit us in Monarch Hall during office hours. We can answer any question you have about IT applications and services.

ITS Help Desk