Student Technology Guide

Useful Links for all Students

The University recommends that all Windows Operating Systems have an Antivirus installed on them for accessing the internet.
A few free Antivirus options include, but are not limited to:
If you are interested in purchasing Antivirus Software for a Mac a few free options include, but are not limited to:
- iAntivirus
- ClamXav
Another option would be to purchase an Antivirus program from a software retail store.
Please Note: It is not safe to install two Antivirus programs on your computer at the same time. This can interfere with all functions of your computer.

D2L is an online course management system for professors and students to use.
Please note that you will only have access to your D2L if you are enrolled in a course and the instructor of that course has activated the course in D2L (note that some instructors may not activate their courses).
Once you are enrolled in a D2L course you can login to your account using your NetID here.
Additional information on D2L may be found here.

Once your email account is created you will be able to view it in your WINGS Student Center.
Please click the following link to get started using your EagleApps (Google Apps)
EagleApps is powered by Google and is new to the University this year!

Here at UW-La Crosse you will have a NetID Username and Password to log in to our technology services (on and off campus). Below is explanation of the Username and Password with an example.
Your NetID Username will use an 8.4 configuration, which is the first 8 characters of your last name, a period, and then the first 4 characters of your first name.
Please go to http://www.uwlax.edu/password to Activate your NetID.
Example Name: Bill Winters
Student ID #: 765432184
Date of Birth: May 17th, 1963 (05/17/63)
NetID Username: winters.bill
Some services that use the NetID:
- Campus Wireless Network & Network Authentication
- Desire2Learn (D2L)
- GCA Computer Labs and Pay-for-Print
- Online File Storage
- Qualtrics
*please note exceptions.

NEW FALL 2011: You can now login to WINGS using your NetID account if you are a current student!
WINGS Login Page
If you have forgotten your WINGS Student Center password or are unsure of what it is please click here. Note: Your username for your WINGS Student Center is your Student ID Number.
Please be aware that you will need access to your WINGS Student Center for many reasons including registering for classes and paying your bills!

All buildings on our campus have wireless access for students. Campus Map.
In order to connect to our wireless network you will need to follow the instructions for your Operating System located here.