Summary
Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) is a cloud‑based productivity suite available to all active University of Houston‑Downtown (UHD) students, faculty, and staff. This article explains how to sign in, access applications, and identifies basic requirements for successful use.
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Purpose:
The purpose of this guide is to provide a clear, step-by-step process for accessing your Microsoft 365 account, ensuring that all users can securely and efficiently reach their essential productivity tools and university resources across any device.
How to Fix:
How to Sign in to Microsoft 365
1. Open a web browser.
2. Navigate to the Microsoft 365 sign in page: Microsoft 365
3. Sign in using your UHD email address:
o Students: username@gator.uhd.edu
o Faculty/Staff: username@uhd.edu
4. Enter your UHD password.
Note: If you do not have a password, please request one using our Password Reset Tool or give us a call at 713-221-8031 Mon-Thurs 7:30 AM-10:00 PM and Fri-Sun 7:30 AM -7:30 PM.
Accessing Microsoft 365 Applications
Once signed in, you will see the Copilot page. Select Apps to sell a Microsoft 365 application available to you.

Additional Information:
Need additional information or assistance? Contact the itservicedesk@uhd.edu
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