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Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR)

If you have previously registered a personal email address (likely when you first logged in to your account), enter your username@madisoncollege.edu and proceed to reset your password at:

If you do not have any methods previously registered, follow the directions in the Forgot your Password? box above to reset your password. Questions? Call Student Technology Help 608.243.4444

Password Policy

 

Password Requirements

Minimum Length - 15 characters

Complexity -  your Password should contain at least one (1) character from three (3) of the following categories: 

  • Uppercase letters (A-Z)
  • Lowercase letters (a-z)
  • Digits (0-9)
  • Special characters ( ~ ! @ # $ % ^ & * _ - + = ` | \ ( ) { } [ ] : ; " ' < > , . ? /)

Additional Requirements

  • Not reuse your last 4 passwords
  • Avoid your username, personal information (e.g., name, birthday), or common words

Changing your Password

  • Do not reuse passwords. 
  • Change your password often.

  • Don't get locked out - After changing your password, remember to update your personal computer and mobile accounts right away on your personal computers or mobile devices for any college accounts  (password managers, email, MC-Secure wireless,...) Your account may become locked if a device tries to connect unsuccessfully too many times.

How do I create a good passphrase?

EASY ways to come up with a memorable passphrase:

  • String together several words.
  • Create a short sentence.
  • Create an acronym -- combine the first letter of each word in a phrase to create a new word.

Why? 

Password length and complexity, and changing passwords periodically, helps ensure the security of your network account, and college network security. 

Librarian Contact Information

Hello! My name is also Matthew. You can contact me the following ways:

  • I am on the Truax campus Monday-Wednesday
  • I can be reached at mcoan@madisoncollege.edu

Hardware and Connectivity

MFA

When you use College systems off campus, you will need to use multifactor authentication to keep systems more secure.

More info: https://libguides.madisoncollege.edu/technology/mfa

On Campus Wireless

Make certain you are using MC-Secure when working on campus.

More info: https://libguides.madisoncollege.edu/technology/labs/wireless

Computer Lab Information

Detailed information: https://libguides.madisoncollege.edu/c.php?g=92644&p=8646883

Technology Access Program

Request a laptop &/ wifi hotspot: https://students.madisoncollege.edu/resources/academics/technology/access

Privacy Issues

Privacy Considerations

  • Keep your password secure
  • Log off or lock devices when they're not attended
  • Beware attachments on phishing emails
  • Keep your own computer/phone up-to-date
  • Use MC Secure network when you're on campus
  • Limit information about yourself when using generative AI
  • Avoid using unsecured (not password protected), public wifi connections
  • Use a VPN if you have one in public, OR, use the College virtual desktop for greater privacy

Browsers

Browsers

Recommended browsers - Firefox or Chrome

  • Have at least 2 browsers on your computer
  • If you have a technical issue, try another browser
  • Clearing the browser history and cache can fix many issues