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Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

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is required for access to various EMU services.  MFA accompanies your password in the authentication process, adding

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an additional method of verification to make sure only you can sign in with your username.  With MFA enabled, even if someone has your password, they can't get in because they don't have access to your

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authenticator app or code generating card.

Services requiring MFA

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Google

Calendar

Drive

Gmail

calendar.google.com

drive.google.com

gmail.com

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1. Enroll in MFA

To get started, visit the following enrollment page: https://account.activedirectory.windowsazure.com/proofup.aspx?whr=emu.edu

Sign in with your email address and password.  You will be prompted with the popup "More information required".  Click Next to proceed

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Choose which method you would like to set up, either a verification code from the mobile app or a verification notification.

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Download the Authenticator app and follow the instructions in the popup titled "Configure mobile app"

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2. Use MFA to sign into EMU services

When signing into a service that requires MFA, enter your email address and password. You will be prompted to use either of the following steps, depending on which you set up in step 1.

  • Notification - Approve the login when prompted on your smartphone.
  • Mobile App Verification Code - Open your Authenticator app and enter the verification code displayed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is EMU requiring faculty and staff to enable Multi-factor Authentication?

To protect EMU accounts and information secure. Your EMU account has access to your personal information, the loss of which could result in identity theft. Additionally some faculty and staff have access to confidential information about faculty, staff and students. Protecting this information is very important. 

What do I need to do if I get a new phone?

If you rely on your mobile phone for the Microsoft Authenticator app, it is important that you configure MFA on your new phone prior to wiping or disposing of your old phone, otherwise you will be locked out of your account. To configure MFA on your new phone, go to password.emu.edu and click on the Faculty and Staff: Set up the Authenticator App link at the bottom left of the page. Click on the "Set up Authenticator app" button to add your new phone, then you can go back and delete your old phone once you are done. If you no longer have access to your Microsoft Authenticator app, contact the helpdesk at helpdesk@emu.edu for support.

I don't have a cell phone. How do I setup Multi-factor Authentication?

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Service Category

Accounts & Access

Security

Service Name

Multi-Factor Authentication

Audience

Faculty, Staff, Students, Affiliates, Retirees

Service Cost

There is no charge for this service

Managing Team

Network Systems

Applications

MS Azure Active Directory