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- [ About ](/about/offices-resources/information-technology/about-office-information-technology)
- [ Accounts ](/about/offices-resources/information-technology/accounts)
- [ Banner ](/about/offices-resources/information-technology/banner)
- [ Communication ](/about/offices-resources/information-technology/communication)
- [ Learning ](/about/offices-resources/information-technology/learning)
- [ Network ](/about/offices-resources/information-technology/network)
- [ Cybersecurity ](/about/offices-resources/information-technology/cybersecurity)
- [ Support ](/about/offices-resources/information-technology/support)
 
 

 

The Office of Information Technology (OIT) supports students, faculty, staff, and administrative offices by providing secure, reliable, and innovative technology services. OIT partners across the university to enable effective teaching, learning, and university operations through technology.

 

 

## Quick Actions

- ###  [ Get IT Support ](/about/offices-resources/information-technology/support) 
    
    Get help with technology issues and requests.
- ###  [ Password Reset ](https://mypassword.cau.edu) 
    
    Reset or unlock your account.
- ###  [ MyCAU ](https://myapplications.microsoft.com/) 
    
    Access campus applications and services.
- ###  [ Canvas ](https://mycanvas.cau.edu/) 
    
    Access courses and instructional tools.
- ###  [ MFA ](/about/offices-resources/information-technology/accounts) 
    
    Manage multi-factor authentication.
 
 

 

##  Getting Started 

   New Students  After being admitted and paying the confirmation fee, your student account is created within approximately three business days. Once your account is active, access [Banner](https://studentssb-prod.ec.cau.edu/StudentSelfService/login/auth) to receive your university email address, use the [My Password Portal](https://mypassword.cau.edu/) to reset your password, then sign in to MyCAU to enroll in [multi-factor authentication (MFA)](/about/offices-resources/information-technology/accounts "Accounts") and access campus systems. Refer to the Admitted Student Checklist on the Admissions site for official next steps.

- [Undergraduate Admissions](/admissions/undergraduate-admissions "Undergraduate Admissions")
- [Graduate Admissions](/admissions/graduate-admissions "Graduate Admissions")

 

 

   Current Students  Current students can use OIT services to access academic systems, manage accounts, reset passwords, and get support with Canvas, email, and other technology used throughout the semester.

 

 

   Faculty & Staff  Faculty and staff rely on OIT for access to instructional tools, administrative systems, network services, and technology support that enable teaching, learning, and university operations.

 

 

   Key Systems  91ÖÆƬ³§ relies on several core technology systems to support academic and administrative activities. These include **MyCAU** for accessing campus applications and services, **Banner** for student and administrative records, **Canvas** for course delivery and learning activities, **Microsoft Outlook** **Email** for university communication, and **VPN** for secure remote access to campus resources for faculty and staff.

 

 

 

 

 

## Welcome from the Chief Information Officer

**Brian Benn**  
*CIO*

  ![Bald man smiling in a suit and tie against a white background.](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2026-01/brian.jpg.webp?itok=6hSIp8kk)  

 

 

We continue to leverage technology to increase the productivity and profitability of our university. Acutely aware that technology plays a vital role in shaping the future of education, our IT team is committed to providing secure, innovative, and seamless digital experiences. From enhancing cybersecurity to improving campus connectivity and expanding AI-driven learning tools, we are working to support your success.

Thank you for your collaboration as we continue to evolve and embrace new technologies. Together, we are building a smarter, more connected university.

 

 

 

 

 

### Contact Us

**Email:** <support@cau.edu>  
**Phone:** 404-880-6482  
**Location:** McPheeters Dennis Hall, Room 331H  
**Walk-In Support:** Tuesday–Thursday |   
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., 1:00–3:30 p.m.

 

 

**Quick Links**  
[MyCAU](https://myapplications.microsoft.com/)  
[My Password Portal](https://mypassword.cau.edu)  
[IT Support](/about/offices-resources/information-technology/support "Support")