The Office of Information Technology (OIT) provides state-of-the-art technology services to The University of Alabama community. Faculty, staff, and students can turn to the OIT for access to and assistance with email, websites, network, and much more. Visit http://oit.ua.edu for a complete overview of the Office of Information Technology services.
Crimson Mail is the email service for students at The University of Alabama. Crimson is powered by Google, meaning students have all the benefits of using Gmail. Email addresses use the format userID@crimson.ua.edu, and accounts are lifelong with no expiration. Crimson Mail is accessed using the same login credentials as myBama.
Internet
Wireless internet service is available in all buildings and residences on campus. Students, faculty and staff should use the eduroam wireless network. Students should connect with their crimson email address and myBama password. Additional information and connection instructions are available at oit.ua.edu/wifi.
Software
Security
All UA students are required to use DUO two-factor authentication to protect myBama and Crimson mail accounts.
Research
OIT offers high-performance computing platforms to students and graduate students at UA. Learn more at https://oit.ua.edu/service/research.