Using digital tools effectively can streamline your writing process and improve formatting. This section provides resources for Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and Mac Pages, including formatting tips, citation tools, and access options. Knowing how to use word processors confidently helps you present your work professionally.
Some program areas offer a free Microsoft Office subscription to students. Contact your program to see if this applies to you:
For technical issues with MS Office contact your program area.
The Microsoft Office subscription provided to students is web-based only, granting access to Microsoft Office programs through a web browser, via https://www.office.com/.
This subscription does not include desktop versions of the Office applications.
If you have another Microsoft Office license or have purchased or subscribed to Office with your computer, there may be compatibility issues when switching between licenses or accounts.
Tech Services provides a dedicated support channel to help with academic technology issues only. Please note that personal technology concerns, such as problems with personal devices or non-academic accounts, are not covered by this service.
Examples of supported issues include:
Contact the Student Technology Support Team:
We are committed to ensuring you have the technical support you need to succeed in your studies.