Microsoft 365
Widener University provides all students, faculty, and staff with a free Microsoft 365 license. This includes use of Microsoft products on the web as well as the ability to download the Office Suite of desktop applications.
Please Note: You have access to your Microsoft account and desktop applications with an active Widener account. When you are no longer taking classes or working at Widener, you will lose access to your account. Learn more about account and file access upon leaving the university.
Access Microsoft 365
On the Web: Access the Microsoft Office website and log in using your Widener credentials.
On your Computer: Download the Microsoft Office desktop apps using our download instructions.
If you intend to use Microsoft Office beyond basic functions, it is best to download the desktop apps as not all features are available on the web.
Using Your OneDrive
OneDrive provides a cloud based file storage platform so that you can store your files safely, access them from multiple devices, and share them with others. Your Widener account includes 1TB of file storage, providing ample space for all of your documents, images, and video files.
Learn more about using your OneDrive effectively and efficiently.
Microsoft Office Apps
Microsoft includes many applications for productivity to maximize your experience. Learn about some of the most frequently used apps.
Word
Create, edit, and format documents
PowerPoint
Create dynamic slide presentations
Accessibility Features
Microsoft products include accessibility features designed to make it easier for you to navigate and use the technology regardless of ability or preferences. Learn more about what features are available and how they can help.
Additional Tools
Learn more from Microsoft about these additional tools available to you:
- Forms – create online forms, surveys, and questionnaires that can be translated into Excel for tracking responses and shared with others
- Planner – simplifies task and project management for yourself or a group
- Sharepoint – web-based collaborative platform to share information
- Loop – a collaborative space for projects and organizing thoughts and ideas
- Sway – create interactive reports, stories, presentations, and more