• How do I submit a student technology fee (STF) proposal?

    Online STF Proposal Request form (preview the STF form questions) See Student Tech Fee Spending Plans Please note that proposals may only be submitted in response to the annual call letter from the Provost. Student Technology Fee Resources Here are some resources and guidelines for submitting proposals to be funded…

  • Tips for using Microsoft Teams with students

    Now that you can add students to Teams groups and chats, here are some ideas for using Teams as a companion to Brightspace for real-time discussion and group collaboration, persistent chat, shared files, video meetings, and shared document editing. Chat and Asynchronous Communication Teams chat gives faculty and students a…

  • How to enable notifications for new posts in a Teams channel

    Unless you are ‘@’ mentioned on a new Teams conversation inside a channel, you will not be notified of the new post. Here’s how to enable notifications: I have channel notifications enabled, but I’m still not receiving notifications Check your global Teams settings (Main menu > Settings) and check your…

  • Getting Started with LinkedIn Learning

    All CUNY faculty, staff, and students have free access to LinkedIn Learning! What is LinkedIn Learning? LinkedIn Learning is an online education platform with a large library of video courses taught by industry professionals. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your professional skills, explore a new career path, or simply learn…

  • How do I sign a PDF file without Acrobat Pro?

    If you do not have access to Adobe Acrobat Pro through your CUNY Login, you can still add a signature to PDF files with these free alternatives. Google Chrome (Draw Tool) Chrome’s PDF viewer includes a basic draw tool you can use to sketch a signature on a PDF file,…

  • Free Alternatives to Adobe Creative Cloud Applications

    If Adobe Express does not cover your needs, this guide provides an overview of free alternatives organized by the Adobe application they most closely replace. Quick Reference Adobe Application Free Alternative Runner-Up Notes Photoshop Photopea GIMP Photopea: browser-based, no install or license needed Illustrator Inkscape Figma Figma: full Pro plan…

  • What are the differences between Adobe Express and Adobe Creative Cloud?

    This guide breaks it down tool by tool, shows you how to accomplish core tasks in Express. There are also free alternatives for most Adobe Creative Cloud applications. Most Adobe Creative Cloud users only use a small percentage of the capabilities of tools like Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and After Effects….

  • Getting Started with Adobe Express

    What is Adobe Express? Adobe Express is a powerful suite of web-based media and content creation tools designed to support academic projects and creative work, including tools for: Learn more about all the tools available in Adobe Express. How to Access Adobe Express Visit https://express.adobe.com and sign in using your CUNY Login. Learning more about…

  • What to expect during the Adobe Creative Cloud transition

    What happened to my Adobe Creative Cloud All App license? In January 2026, CUNY replaced all employee Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps licenses with a new central license connected to your CUNY Login. Full-time employees, outside of Visual Media and Performing Arts and Communications departments, will no longer receive Creative Cloud…

  • Proctoring Solutions at Brooklyn College

    Both Impero and Respondus LockDown Browser are tools designed to help faculty maintain academic integrity during online assessments. Each has distinct strengths and is best suited for different scenarios. What is Impero? Best Used for: How to Use Effectively: What is Respondus LockDown Browser? Best Used for: How to Use…