Microsoft 365 Project Update – Benefits and To-Do List

Dear Howard Students,  As previously announced, Howard University is transitioning from Google Suite to Microsoft 365 during the summer of 2024!   All current, active Howard students, regardless of level, are in scope. New incoming students will already have Microsoft 365 access. This excludes graduating seniors and Alumni. 

Microsoft 365 Migration – Project Update

With this upcoming change, we aim to increase daily collaboration and communication between teachers and students, as users will be on the same platform – Microsoft. Below are some of the key benefits we have heard from faculty members during the Stakeholder Interviews:  M365 minimizes the need to use personal emails or create new Google Accounts;   

Training and Resources

Microsoft 365 Documents

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Office 365 Email Migration

Dear Howard University Community, As part of our effort to continually improve the user experience of our campus stakeholders, Howard University will transition from Google G-Suite to Microsoft Office 365 during Summer 2024. This will positively impact the Howard University community as the migration brings key benefits to improve students’ daily academic activities:  

Microsoft 365 Migration

This will positively impact the Howard University community as the migration brings key benefits to improve students’ daily academic activities:

Substantial mailbox storage capacity will allow for better organization and management of emails.
With advanced security measures, student accounts and sensitive information will be safeguarded and protected.
A comprehensive suite of productivity tools, including Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and more, will help streamline workflows and enhance collaboration.
The seamless integration with other Microsoft applications will ensure a smooth and efficient user experience.

Office 365 (Faculty Version) - draft