Some local college administrative applications are only accessible on-campus or via VPN connection. A VPN connection is a special network connection that simulates on-campus access from a remote device. When you use a VPN, it creates a secure, encrypted “tunnel” between your device and the college VPN server. This ensures that any data you send or receive is unreadable to anyone intercepting your connection.
Sign in to your restricted administrative applications list to see if any applications you need require a VPN connection.
A VPN connection is only required for off-campus access to certain restricted administrative applications. A VPN is not required on campus desktops.
Step 1: Determine If You Need VPN Access
Sign in to your restricted administrative applications list to see if any applications you need require a VPN connection. Applications that require VPN access will be noted in the list. Any other applications that require a VPN connection will be listed in the eServices list on the Employee Portal page.
Some commonly used applications that require a VPN connection for off-campus access include: DWWI, eAppointments, and SEMS/STEMAS.
If you require access to these applications or other applications remotely, follow the steps below to request VPN access.
Step 2: Submit a VPN Access Request
IMPORTANT: Once submitted, ITS will review your request. If approved, the Helpdesk will contact you with information on how to proceed. You won’t be able to proceed before the Helpdesk contacts you.
Step 3: Install the VPN Client
Once your VPN account is approved and activated by the ITS Helpdesk, you can proceed with the installation.