Getting Started with Technology - Students

As a new student, you’ll want to begin using technology on campus to get work done.

This page is designed to get you connected with the various technology resources at the university.

Steps to Getting Connected

Get Your Suffolk University ID

Your Suffolk University ID is a unique seven (7) digit number used to identify you on campus. If you aren't sure what your ID number is, contact the Registrar’s Office.

You may obtain your Suffolk University ID card from the University Police office located in the lobby of the Sawyer Building.

Sign in to your Suffolk Email

Every student is provided with a Suffolk email account.

You can connect to your Suffolk email via the web at http://umail.suffolk.edu or by using an email client, such as Microsoft Outlook.

Contact the Help Desk if you are having trouble with your account.

Sign in to MySuffolk

MySuffolk is the current university portal. It provides access to campus announcements, grading, and essential information about your courses and programs.

In addition, it provides access to Blackboard, our course management system, and convenient links to other university resources.

Your portal account consists of a username and password. If you have not received it, please contact the Help Desk.

Accessing Blackboard

Blackboard is the university’s course management system that gives students 24/7 access to course materials, and allows faculty to enhance their on-campus courses with online components. It provides a state-of-the-art teaching and learning environment for both students and faculty alike.

Blackboard also powers our distance education programs, including our fully online MBA program.

You can access Blackboard once you login to Campus Cruiser. Courses you are taking will be automatically available to you each semester.

Computing Facilities

We offer general computing facilities in the Sawyer Building.

The Sawyer Computing Center is located on the 5th floor and is designated for use by students, faculty, and staff.

Getting Help

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us.