Software Resources for Students

Ithaca College students have access to a wide range of technology tools and resources to support learning, collaboration, and personal organization. This includes Microsoft 365 applications for productivity, group projects, content creation, and data analysis; platforms for video management and virtual meetings; web-based forms for surveys and data collection; and additional support, training, and accessibility resources. Many of these tools are available on College-owned devices, and most can also be installed on personal devices, allowing students to work effectively both on campus and remotely.

As an Ithaca College student, 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Visio – Create diagrams, flowcharts, and vector graphics for technical and business needs.

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 Express – Easy-to-use creative platform for content creation with templates for social media, flyers, graphics and more.
• Canva Pro – Professional design tool with premium features for presentations, posters, digital content, and more.
   

• 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.