Student Login Instructions for Blackboard Learn

Student Login Instructions for Brightspace

What is Brightspace?

Brightspace, our Digital Learning Environment. Your instructors may choose to use Brightspace to support your on-campus instruction and it will be used for Online, Hybrid, and Blended Courses.

System/Technology Requirements

You are required to have access to a broadband connection and a desktop or laptop computer/MAC, using a tablet or other mobile device may not have the functionality required for the course. You can use the Brightspace Pulse App to complete some of your coursework, however, in most cases, the app does not provide the full functionality needed to complete ALL of your required coursework. Learn more here.
In addition, check with your professor to make sure your available equipment is acceptable for each course you are taking. Some technology-related courses require the ability to download software, for example, Chromebooks do not allow software to be downloaded.

**Technology for Blended Courses – In addition to any technical requirements listed above, blended courses use Real-Time Technology, which means you will be required to log into a web conferencing tool like Zoom to participate in the live “synchronous” virtual lectures. To participate in the live lectures, you will need access to a webcam or built-in laptop camera and microphone. In most cases, you can download the Zoom app and participate using your tablet or smartphone. Your instructor will provide you details on which web conferencing tool will be used for your blended course.

Log into Brightspace

1. Your T-Wolves Mail username and password is what you will use to access Brightspace. T-Wolves login information was mailed to the home address that you have placed on file with SUNY Niagara. For help enrolling please visit the T-Wolves Email FAQs, call OIT at 716-210-2505, email twolvesassistance@niagaracc.suny.edu, or visit A131.
2. From a laptop or computer, go to the main SUNY Niagara home page, select Brightspace under the “mySUNY Niagara” link at the top of the page. Enter your Username and Password.
3. Need help learning how to navigate Brightspace, or be a successful Online Learner-Visit Online Learning Webpage . Here you will be able get information about:
   • Flexible Instructional Methods
   • Determine/Assess your Online Readiness,
   • Online Learning and Brightspace Support.

Need Help?

1. Forgot your Password/Log on Problems with Brightspace? If you have problems logging into Brightspace, T-wolves Email, Office 365 or can’t remember your password and need a password reset please call SUNY Niagara’s T-Wolves Helpline at 716-210-2505 or stop by A-131 (in Nortar Administration Building) for assistance.
2. Need help with Brightspace assistance? Contact the SUNY Online HelpDesk at 1-844-673-6786 (They offer night and weekend hours), or visit their website.
3. Need help with Publisher websites such as Cengage, SAM, McGraw Hill Connect, Evolve, Pearson’s MY Labs, etc. (e.g. My Math Labs, My Accounting Lab, My Psychology Lab) –Visit Brightspace Essentials for Learners help with eBooks, Digital Tectbools, and 3^rd party content. You may need to talk with your professor or contact the Publisher’s help desk if you need further assistance.

Other Questions – Contact the Online Learning student support center at 716-614-6488, or send an email to: onlinelearning@niagaracc.suny.edu, Live Chat Online, or Schedule an Apt (phone, zoom or in-person)