Lori Meadows
The University of Cincinnati provides its students with Microsoft Office 365 email accounts. These accounts can be accessed anywhere with an internet connection and provide access to other Microsoft apps such as Word, Excel, and Outlook. Students can also set up their UC email accounts on their phones to receive email notifications. Additionally, UC's Mail Services handle the distribution and processing of mail for university faculty and staff, while the Bearcats Package Center manages mail and package delivery and pickup for on-campus residential students.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Email Service | Microsoft Office 365 |
| Email Address Format | [email protected] |
| Email Tools | Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, OneNote, and Teams |
| Email Access | Anywhere with Internet access |
| Email on Phone | Set up like an Outlook account or forward to a Gmail address |
| Email Package Notifications | The Bearcats Package Center |
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What You'll Learn
Microsoft Office 365 email setup
Microsoft Office 365 is the official student email service at the University of Cincinnati. It is a cloud-based suite of productivity tools that are accessible to all students, faculty, and staff. This all-in-one service incorporates popular Microsoft apps, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, OneNote, and Teams.
To set up your Microsoft Office 365 email, you will first need to sign into your Office 365 account at mail.uc.edu using your UC username and password. Once you have signed in, navigate to the app launcher (also known as the waffle menu) on the top left-hand side of the screen. From the list of apps, select the email tool, which should be Outlook. You can also install Outlook on your desktop, laptop, and mobile device.
Your University of Cincinnati email address will typically follow the pattern of [email protected]. You can access your Office 365 email anywhere you have internet access. Office 365 allows you to do more than just email; you can also share important calendar dates, manage online file storage, and collaborate on projects.
In addition to your Office 365 email, you will also have access to the Bearcat Portal, where you can keep track of your progress from your admission to the start of classes. To access the Bearcat Portal, go to http://bearcatportal.uc.edu and log in using your UC credentials. If you experience any issues logging in, you can visit Password Self Service (PSS) for more information.
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Bearcat Portal login
The University of Cincinnati uses Microsoft Office 365 as its official student email service. Students can access their emails anywhere with an internet connection. To access your University of Cincinnati email, you will need to log in to the Bearcat Portal.
The Bearcat Portal provides personalised information and next steps for students, including confirming admission, registering for orientation, and signing up for housing. To access the Bearcat Portal, go to http://bearcatportal.uc.edu and log in using your UC credentials. Your UC username and password will have been included in an email titled "Important University of Cincinnati System Access Information".
If you are experiencing issues logging into the Bearcat Portal, you can visit Password Self Service (PSS) for more information. You will also need to set up Duo Two-Factor Authentication for your account. Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security to your online accounts and prevents anyone but you from logging in. If you continue to have issues accessing the Bearcat Portal, contact the IT Service Desk.
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Setting up email on your phone
To set up your University of Cincinnati student email on your phone, you will first need your UC username and password. The official student email service at the University of Cincinnati is Microsoft Office 365, which is accessible anywhere you have internet access.
To set up your email, you can install Outlook on your mobile device. Sign into the Outlook web app with your UC username and password at mail.uc.edu. You can also install Office on up to 5 smartphones.
You can set up your email like any Outlook account, or, if you prefer to use Gmail, you can forward your emails to a Gmail address. One student has suggested using the Type Mail app, as it does not drain their phone battery.
If you need further assistance, you can contact the IT Service Desk. From a personal phone, dial 513-556-HELP (4357) or 866-397-3382 and select option 2.
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Forwarding UC emails to Gmail
The University of Cincinnati's official student email service is Microsoft Office 365. This service is accessible anywhere with an internet connection and offers more than just email. Students can access Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, OneNote, and Teams.
To set up your University of Cincinnati email address, you will receive an email with instructions. After setting up your university email address, you should regularly check this account as the university will send important information to this inbox during your time as a student.
To access your Office 365 account, sign in at mail.uc.edu with your UC username and password. Then, navigate to the app launcher (the waffle menu) on the top left-hand side of the screen and select "Tools" from the list of apps. You can also access the Outlook web app with your UC login details at mail.uc.edu. Outlook can be installed on your desktop, laptop, and mobile device.
Although I cannot find explicit instructions for forwarding UC emails to Gmail, one source mentions that the UC email still works with the Gmail app.
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Receiving packages and notifications
Students living in certain residence halls at the University of Cincinnati are required to use the Bearcats Package Center+Mail address for all packages and mail delivered to them. The Package Center will hold packages and mail for a total of 96 hours. Packages will be held for 48 hours in lockers and then moved to the Package Center Service Desk for an additional 48 hours. After 96 hours, any unclaimed packages or mail will be returned to the sender.
The address for Bearcats Package Center+Mail is:
> Your First and Last Name, Your UC Central Login (also called your 6+2)* 2715 Bearcat Way Cincinnati, OH 45219-3539
First-class mail and letters should be sent to the Bearcats Package Center+Mail. The address for this is:
> Student First and Last Name, UC Central Login* 2715 Bearcat Way Cincinnati, OH 45219-3539
When a package is ready for pickup, you will receive an email notification at [email protected]. If you are picking up from a locker, you will need this email notification. A friend can also pick up your package for you, but they must provide ID and the email notification. Lost pickup codes can be reissued at the Service Desk, but you must present your UCID.
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Frequently asked questions
Microsoft Office 365 is the official student email service at the University of Cincinnati. You can access your student email account by signing in at mail.uc.edu with your UC username and password.
Yes, you can access your University of Cincinnati email on your phone by setting it up like any Outlook account. Alternatively, you can forward your emails to a Gmail address.
Your University of Cincinnati email address typically follows the pattern of [email protected].
To send an email to a University of Cincinnati student, address your email to [email protected], using the student's first name and last name, followed by @uc.edu.
