To-Do List

Set up your Bucknell account and Duo Security

How do I claim my Bucknell account?
You will receive your account claim email in your personal email account. The message will come from techdesk@bucknell.edu and direct you to Bucknell Account Management, bam.bucknell.edu. Follow the instructions in the email to claim your account and create your Bucknell password. Next, set up your recovery phone number, recovery email address and friendly email alias.

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How do I set up Duo Security?
Duo Security is Bucknell's multi-factor authentication service. Follow these instructions to self-enroll in Duo. You must complete this step to access your Bucknell account.

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How do I check my Bucknell email and calendar?
You can access your Bucknell email account, or Bmail, by visiting mail.bucknell.edu from a computer or by setting up the Gmail app on your smartphone. For additional information or assistance, please contact the Tech Desk at 570-577-7777 or techdesk@bucknell.edu.

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Checklist

Login to myBucknell to check off items on your to-do list

By June 28, 2024: Provide your emergency contact details

Submit your cell phone number and emergency contact information by June 28.

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By June 30, 2024: Register for a Pre-Orientation program (optional)

Want to jump-start your Bucknell experience? Take a look at our themed Pre-O programs, which happen right before Orientation in August — reserve your spot now.

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By August 1, 2024: Complete updates to your name, pronoun and/or gender identity

We recognize that you may wish to use a name, pronoun and/or gender identity other than those affiliated with your legal name or sex assigned at birth. As part of our efforts to foster an environment of inclusiveness and to support students' self-identification, we encourage you to review and update, this information. To update your information, go to myBucknell and click the Profile icon in the top left corner. For instructions, click here.

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By August 14, 2024: Register with the Office of Accessibility Resources if you need to request disability accommodations

Please request accommodations through the Office of Accessibility Resources (OAR) by completing the Disability Accommodation Request form and providing appropriate supporting documentation. For information about academic, housing or dining accommodations, in addition to documentation requirements, visit the OAR website. Questions may be directed to 570-577-1188 or OAR@bucknell.edu. Accommodation requests for the 2023-24 academic year will be reviewed beginning May 1. Please note that the deadline for housing accommodation requests is June 1.

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