As a Summer Sessions student, you’ll have access to a wide range of technology resources provided by University Information Services (UIS) and Lauinger Library to support your student experience.
Technology Resources to Know
Your NetID and GUID are your keys to accessing many of the technology services you’ll need during your time at Georgetown. You’ll receive your NetID and temporary password in your admissions account. After receiving your credentials, you will receive a NetID. A NetID (username) is the login credential that will allow you to access the various electronic resources made available to you while participating in our program. Your single-use password is “gu + the last 6 digits of your GUID”, and will expire after logging in with it for the first time. The single-use password can only be used in the Password Management System (and no other platform). If it is used elsewhere, the student will be locked out and be forced to go through the password reset process with UIS.
You are REQUIRED to enroll in Georgetown’s Duo two-factor authentication service, install Duo on your mobile device (you’ll use this device to approve login push notifications from Duo), enroll in Georgetown’s online password management system, and change your single-use password to a permanent one.
The GOCard is the official identification card at Georgetown University. You can use your GOCard to purchase books and school supplies, and gain access to academic buildings and residence halls. For more information about GOCard services, please visit the GOCard page.
As a Summer student, you’ll receive a Georgetown University email address with mail forwarding. Your Georgetown email address is your NetID@georgetown.edu (e.g., ab123@georgetown.edu). You can set up mail forwarding to have messages forwarded directly to any other email account you have (Gmail, Yahoo, etc). We strongly advise you to set up the forwarding feature to remain aware of class updates, announcements, and assignments. To access your Georgetown email address, please log in to apps.georgetown.edu with your Georgetown Credentials.
Most academic buildings, public spaces, and all residence halls have secure wireless called SaxaNet, so no need to purchase a router. Just use your NetID and password to log in. If you need a wired connection in your residence, please contact the UIS Student Help Desk for assistance.
Public computer labs with printers are available in academic buildings and libraries across campus. Print stations located in residence halls are open 24 hours a day but are only accessible to hall residents. For more information about printing on campus, visit the Student Printing page.
Canvas is a course management system that your instructors will be using for your course sites. Canvas can be used for: class discussions, course materials and assignments, continuing class in the event of a University closure, and communicating with your professor. You can access Canvas from a web browser or via the app (Android/iOS) for smartphones and tablets. To access Canvas, log in with your NetID and NetID password. If you have any trouble with Canvas please reach out to tech support.
