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This page contains PSAs posted between August 13th, 2023 - December 31st, 2023.

Happy Holidays! Be safe and secure online this winter. Use strong passwords and biometric features. Do not open unknown and unexpected texts. Download with caution!
December 17 - December 31
Vista Del Monte Computer lab is open 24/7 during winter break. Located inside Aggie Express convenience store.
December 17 - December 31
Congratulations 2023 Graduates!
December 10 - December 16
For Winter Break Lab hours, visit studenttech.nmsu.edu/labs.
December 10 - December 16
All rented equipment is due back by December 20th. Visit inside.nmsu.edu/studenttech.equiprentalreserve to create a return reservation.
December 3 - December 9
For finals week lab hours, visit studenttech.nmsu.edu/labs.
December 3 - December 9
Don't forget to use your printing funds before the end of the semester! Check your balance at idcard.nmsu.edu/eaccount.
November 26 - December 2
Visit Vista Del Monte IT Computer Lab. Located on the corner of Williams Ave. and Standley Dr. inside the Aggie Express Store. Open 24/7.
November 26 - December 2
Avoid getting phished. Never click links, download files, or open attachments in emails or social media. If it asks for confidential information, delete it. Typos, bad grammar, urgency threats, and fines are all red flags!
November 26 - December 15
Too good to be true? This holiday season, be aware of emails containing bogus offers or fake store websites selling counterfeit goods. Report suspicious emails to abuse@nmsu.edu.
November 26 - December 16
For computer lab hours, visit studenttech.nmsu.edu/labs.
November 19 - November 26
Have you received a suspicious email? If so, do not click any links or download attachments. Report it to abuse@nmsu.edu.
November 12  - November 18
Aggie Schedule Builder. Enter the classes you plan to take and the times you are not available. The Aggie Schedule Builder will generate a schedule best suited for you. For instructional videos, visit studenttech.nmsu.edu/aggie-schedule-builder.
November 5 - November 11
Go to the Business Complex IT Computer Lab, room 309. Open Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Closed Saturday & Sunday.
October 29 - November 4
Beware of social engineering! This is an attack on the mind of a user instead of their device. When hackers can't exploit a security vulnerability, they may try using information publicly available online to dupe you into giving them access to your systems and private info.
October 29 - November 4
Stepping away? Windows Key + L will lock your computer. Never leave a computer logged in and unattended, even if you will be gone for only a moment!
October 29 - November 4
Secure your mobile device. Do not automatically connect to public wi-fi. Use strong passwords and biometric features. Always download with caution. Ensure you turn off bluetooth.
October 22 - October 28
Always lock your phone with a code or password. Update and back up your phone often. Install the 'Find my device' app on your phone. Alert your phone provider if your phone goes missing ASAP!
October 22 - October 28
Protect yourself from phishing emails! Do not click any links in a suspicious or unsolicited email. Do not reply to email asking for NMSU credentials or banking information.
October 15 - October 21
Keep track of your digital footprint. It is important to keep track of your digital footprint, social media, and to delete accounts you're not using while ensuring you set strong passwords.
October 15 - October 21
For info about NMSU's National Cybersecurity Month presentations, visit studenttech.nmsu.edu/cybersecurity-month.
October 8 - October 31
Don't need it? Delete it! Clean your device regularly and remove unnecessary data to prevent hackers from stealing your information.
October 8 - October 14
Clicking without thinking is reckless. Just because you can click, doesn't mean you should. Malicious links can do damage in several ways, so be sure to inspect links and ensure they're from trusted senders.
October 8 - October 14
Back up your data! Malicious threats and hackers don't always want to steal your data. Sometimes their goal is to encrypt or erase it.
October 1 - October 7
Two Factor Authentication provides two layers of security measures. If a hacker can guess your passphrase, there is still an additional measure in place to ensure your account is not breached!
October 1 - October 7
Students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend IT Summit from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Tuesday October 17th. To register or view discussions topics, visit studenttech.nmsu.edu/it-summit.
September 24 - October 17
myNMSU will be upgraded the first week of October. A more modern look and feel. A powerful set of self-service capabilities for our faculty, staff, and students. For questions please contact NMSU's IT Help Desk. help@nmsu.edu. 575-646-1840.
September 21 - September 28
For National Cybersecurity Awareness Month Presentations, visit studenttech.nmsu.edu/cybersecurity-month.
September 18 - September 25
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Visit staysafeonline.org for more information.
September 18 - September 25
Do you know about Student Technology & Planning, Equipment Rental, Esports, or the IT Help Desk? Stop by for more information! September 13, 8:30 - 11:30 am, located on the I-Mall near Hardman & Jacobs.
September 12 - September 13
In remembrance of 9/11. In honor of those who lost their lives, please take a moment to remember.
September 11
Do not share your passphrase with anybody. Do not send your passphrase through text or email. Do not use the same passphrase twice. Do not leave your passphrase lying around on a piece of paper.
September 10 - September 16
NMSU has a knowledge base with self service solutions. Visit help.nmsu.edu and click 'knowledge base' for more info.
September 10 - September 16
The IT Help Desk can help you with software installation, NMSU accounts, passphrases, 2FA, network registration, and much more! Visit help.nmsu.edu.
September 3 - September 9
Do not use Safari with Canvas! We recommend you use the latest version of Chrome or Firefox.
September 3 - September 9
Print from anywhere. Add your student ID to your mobile device. Tap the printer's ID reader. Print like usual. Visit idcard.nmsu.edu/mobile-id.
September 3 - September 9
Using classroom projectors? Don't forget to power down the system after each use. For questions, contact IT Classroom Technology at classroomtech@nmsu.edu
August 31 - September 16
Need a place to study or hang out? Go to Pete's Place IT Computer Lab on the 2nd floor of Corbett Center!
August 30 - September 13
Did you know? Free printing funds are given to Las Cruces campus students each semester. The first half is deposited the first day of classes, and the remainder is deposited after the census date for NMSU.
August 27 - September 2
You can customize your myNMSU homepage. Just drag and drop items from the launchpad into the favorites box or click the +Add button and paste the url!
August 27 - September 2
Don't scan suspicious QR codes! Only scan QR codes from trusted sources to prevent phishing scams, malicious downloads, and dangerous links.
August 20 - August 26
For computer lab hours, visit studenttech.nmsu.edu/labs.
August 20 - August 26
Follow these steps to access Microsoft Office 365 for free! Login to myNMSU and select Office 365 Apps in the quick launch menu. Select Install Apps, followed by Microsoft 365 apps in the top-right corner. Download and follow set-up instructions for access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more!
August 20 - August 27
ArcGis Online now available to all NMSU students, faculty, and staff. Create interactive maps to connect data and locations. nmsu.maps.arcgis.com
August 13 - August 19
Attention Freshman! Instructions for the water bottle contest August 16 - August31. Bring the water bottle from AWO to all 3 IT Computer Labs (Pete's Place, HJLC, BC309). Scan the QR code at the lab associate desk in each lab, then fill out the form with your email address. Once you receive an email from all 3 labs, present them to a lab associate at Hardman Jacobs to receive a prize.)
August 13 - August 19
Student Technology Resources. Equipment Rentals: studenttech.nmsu.edu/equiprental. Computer Labs: studenttech.nmsu.edu/labs. Help Desk: help@nmsu.edu. Esports: esports.nmsu.edu.
August 13 - August 19
Welcome Aggies!
August 13 - August 19
Technology issues? Contact IT Help Desk! Call: 575-646-1840. Zoom Meeting ID: icthelpdesk. Email: help@nmsu.edu.
August 13 - August 19