Services and Support

To access your email for the first time, log into your account from a computer instead of a mobile device so that you can activate 2-Step verification, which is mandatory. Please complete this process now or you will not be able to access your email on another device.

• Visit the website, http://gmail.sbc.edu
• Enter your username (SBC Email address without @sbc.edu)
• Enter your password
• Enter the (one-time-use) 8-digit code that you were provided to access your email and setup 2-Step verification. If you need an additional 8-digit code, email helpdesktickets@sbc.edu with your request
• Once in your email, it will prompt you to enroll in 2-Step verification. Please complete this process now or you will not be able to access your email on another device.
• Enter your mobile phone number

• You will receive a code on your phone to enter on your computer - enter the code (without G-)
• You should now receive a dialog box to “Turn On” 2-Step Verification

Now that you have 2-Step verification activated, you can access Canvas at https://sweetbriar.instructure.com, using your SBC Email credentials.

Please note, if you changed your SBC Email password, it also changes your Canvas password, but it DOES NOT change your mySBC password.

 

All registered students are automatically enrolled in the Canvas Learning Management System.

To access your Canvas account, go to https://sweetbriar.instructure.com, enter your SBC Email address and password. Once you have successfully logged in to Canvas you should see your courses. If you encounter any issues with Canvas, please email helpdesktickets@sbc.edu. Tip: You can access Canvas while logged into your SBC Email account - click on Google apps (9-dot menu) in the upper right corner, scroll down and select Canvas.

Canvas training videos and answers to commonly asked questions can be found here: https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Canvas-Guides/ct-p/canvas_guides.

The mySBC portal (my.sbc.edu) provides access to your Sweet Briar resources (e.g. Student, Faculty and Employee information, Service Requests and the Internal Directory). DUO Multi Factor Authentication is required to access mySBC.

To access your mySBC portal:

• Visit the website: https://my.sbc.edu
• Enter your username (SBC Email address without @sbc.edu)
• Enter your original password that was provided to you. Please note, if you changed your SBC Email password, it also changed your Canvas password, but it DID NOT change your mySBC password

This network is for current students, faculty, and staff. The SBC WiFi provides access to internal resources e.g. – internal websites, servers and network printing. Log in with your username (SBC Email address without @sbc.edu) and your original password. If you need your password, email helpdesktickets@sbc.edu with your request.

To improve security, we encourage you to:

• Create strong passwords and change them regularly.
• Use passphrases to create long and secure passwords. For example, use “Th3CowJumpedOverTheM00n” instead of “The cow jumped over the moon.” It’s over 15 characters long and nearly impossible to crack.
• Never write a password down and stick it near your device (e.g. top drawer, back of the laptop, mobile case, etc.). Yes, people do this!
• Do not use birthdays, family names, pets, locations, and words that you can find in the dictionary – hackers can easily source this info online. They also guess season and year combinations, such as “Summer2017.” This is a popular password format, so it’s best to avoid using it.
• Do not store your passwords in your email account, unsecured Cloud accounts, or anywhere that is open to a hack.
• Consider a password manager, but realize that these are also subject to hacking.

 

To change your SBC Email password:

Click here. The link will open in a new window so you can refer back to these instructions.
1. Find the Signing in to Google section. Click on SIGN IN.
2. Sign in to your account.
3. Find the Password & sign-in method section. Click on Password.
4. Sign in (yes, again – for security).
5. Type in your new password (yes, twice), and click the blue CHANGE PASSWORD button.

 

To change your mySBC password:

Email your request to helpdesktickets@sbc.edu.

 

To change your SBC WiFi password:

Go to https://password.sbc.edu, enter your originally provided credentials in the bottom blue section.

The best way to reach us, email helpdesktickets@sbc.edu to automatically generate a service request for Technology Services. Be sure to include as many details as possible. The more information we have, the better we can assist you. We are also available by calling 434-381-6282 and for walk-in assistance during regular operating hours. We are located on the lower level of the Dorothy J. Sales Building

To view the status of your service request:

Click here to be directed to the Web Help Desk login page.
Step 1: Enter your username (SBC Email address without @sbc.edu)
Step 2: Enter your mySBC password

A completed Tech Form is required to grant, change or terminate access to any SBC systems. This includes, but not limited to New and Terminated Employees, Volunteers and Vendors. Please email the completed form to helpdesktickets@sbc.edu, at least 7 days prior to the access date requested.