Question
Where can YSU staff find essential technology resources, training opportunities, services, and helpful links?
Answer
Whether you're new to YSU, returning for another semester, or looking to refresh your knowledge, this article serves as your central hub for technology resources, technology training and professional development opportunities, support services, and frequently used links. Start here to access the tools, information, and assistance you need to stay productive, informed, and successful at YSU, including refresher training courses to help keep your skills and technology knowledge up to date.
Portal Login Information
1. Penguin Portal: Access the Penguin Portal (PC, Mac, Mobile)
2. Account: Activate a New Penguin Portal Account
Getting Started with Microsoft 365
1. Microsoft 365: Installing Microsoft Office on a Personal Device
2. Microsoft 365: Access Microsoft Office Suite for Online Use
Getting Started with Outlook
1. Outlook: Set up an Outlook Account on iOS Mobile Devices
2. Outlook: Set up an Outlook Account on Android Mobile Devices
3. Outlook: Beginners Guide to Using Outlook
Digital Accessibility Compliance
1. Accessibility: How to Use the Accessibility Checker in Microsoft Office
2. Accessibility: Make a Scanned PDF Accessible
3. Designing Word Documents That Sound Right to Screen Readers (Beyond the Accessibility Checker)
4. Alt Text That Serves the Business Purpose (Not a Picture Description)
Video Software Tools for Productivity and Departmental Training
1. Vidcast: Access & Navigation
2. How to Start a Clipchamp Video Project from the YSU app Launcher
3. Introduction to Clipchamp's Toolbar
4. Canva: Getting Started
Records and Data Management Resources
1. Youngstown State University's Records Management Policy and Records Retention Schedule
Cybersecurity Tips
1. Report Phishing Button: Report suspicious emails as Phishing
2. YSU IT Security Services
Training and Support Resources
1. IT Consultation: Digital Accessibility Review and Remediation
2. IT Training Services Workshops and Consultation Services