Password Policy

ITS requires employees to change their passwords (LAN and applications such as: Blackboard) once a year. When a password has expired, the user will be prompted to change it as follows: 

• When creating your password don’t use anything that would be easy for someone to guess. For example, never use any part of your username. Don’t use your phone number, birth date, family name, etc
• Do not share your password with ANYONE – not friends, coworkers or family members. Your password is the only thing that that ensures privacy of your account. It is also your obligation to see that only you use your account. You are responsible for how your account is used, so do not let other people have access to it.
• Keep your password hidden. Do not write your password down on a piece of paper. Instead commit it to memory! Never put your password on sticky notes on your monitor or desk.
• A longer password equals better security. The longer your password is the harder it is for someone to figure out. Your password should be at least 6 characters long and contain a mix of numbers and letters.