Software Resources for Employees

Ithaca College faculty and staff have access to a comprehensive suite of technology tools and resources to support teaching, research, and administrative work. This includes Microsoft 365 applications for productivity, collaboration, content creation, and data analysis; platforms for video management and virtual meetings; web-based forms for data collection; and a variety of support, training, and accessibility resources. Many of these tools are pre-installed on College-owned devices, and most can also be installed on personal devices, enabling faculty and staff to work efficiently both on campus and remotely.

As an Ithaca College faculty or staff member, you have access to numerous Microsoft applications and services. Visit apps.ithaca.edu and click on Microsoft 365 to get started.

College-owned devices include the latest version of Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneDrive pre-installed). You may also install Microsoft 365 on up to five personal devices.

Productivity & Office Tools

• Word – Draft, edit, and collaborate on documents in real time.
• Excel – Create and analyze spreadsheets for data organization, reporting, and visualization.
• PowerPoint – Create and present slideshows with multimedia and collaborative tools.
• Outlook – Manage email and calendars with built-in integrations for Zoom and Teams meetings.
• Loop – Collaborative workspace app for teams to create, share, and edit dynamic content blocks in real time across Microsoft 365 applications.
• OneNote – Organize notes in a digital notebook that supports search, collaboration, and Class Notebook features.
• To-Do – Track personal and shared tasks with reminders and daily planning tools.

Collaboration & Communication

• Teams – Collaborate through chat, video meetings, file sharing, and Canvas course integrations.
• OneDrive – Store, sync, and share files securely with 1 TB of cloud storage and Canvas integration.
• SharePoint – Share and manage documents, resources, and information securely across teams.
• Loop – Collaborative workspace app for teams to create, share, and edit dynamic content blocks in real time across Microsoft 365 applications.
• Planner – Organize projects, assign tasks, and set deadlines for teams.
• Bookings – Schedule and manage appointments that integrate directly with Outlook calendars.

Teaching, Engagement & Content Creation

• Forms – Collect, share, and analyze survey or form responses online.
• Sway – Design interactive presentations, reports, and newsletters for online sharing.

Data, Analytics & Advanced Tools

• Access – Build and manage relational databases for structured data projects.
• Dynamics 365 – Streamline business processes with integrated applications for data and workflow management.
• Power Automate – Automate repetitive tasks and workflows across apps and services.
• PowerApps – Create custom apps for web or mobile that connect to institutional data sources.
• Power BI – Build interactive dashboards and reports for business intelligence and analytics.
• Project – Plan, schedule, and track projects with timeline and roadmap tools.
• Visio – Create diagrams, flowcharts, and vector graphics for technical and business needs.
• Shifts – Manage and view staff schedules and shift changes within Teams.

Featured Mobile Apps

• Microsoft Office – Access Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in one app with quick task tools.
• OneDrive – View, upload, and share files securely on the go.
• Teams – Chat, call, and collaborate with colleagues and students from mobile devices.
• Lens – Use your device’s camera to scan and digitize documents, whiteboards, or receipts.
• Translator – Translate text, speech, and conversations in real time across multiple languages.

• Kaltura – A platform for managing, uploading, and sharing video and audio content.
• Teams – A tool for audio and video conferencing, virtual meetings, webinars, and team communication and collaboration.
• Zoom – A tool for audio and video conferencing, virtual meetings, and webinars.

• Adobe Creative Cloud – Professional design tools including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and more.
• Adobe Express – Easy-to-use creative platform for content creation with templates for social media, flyers, graphics and more.
   

• Formstack – Recommended for both simple and complex data collection, including approvals, multi-step workflows, and online payment processing.
• Formstack HIPAA – Provides a secure environment for HIPAA-related data collection, though it does not support workflows.
• Microsoft Forms – A tool for creating surveys and collecting data, suitable for both basic and advanced needs.
• Qualtrics – Used for designing, distributing, and analyzing surveys for research or institutional purposes.