Eduroam Wi-Fi

Overview

Eduroam Wi-Fi is a secure, worldwide roaming internet access service. It allows students, faculty, and staff to connect to Wi-Fi on UFV campus and at other participating locations using their institutional login credentials.  

Features 

  • Global connectivity: Provides secure Wi-Fi access to users at any participating location. 
  • Single sign-on: Users can log in using their home institution credentials without needing separate guest accounts or passwords. 
  • Automatic authentication: Once configured, devices connect automatically to the eduroam network whenever available, providing seamless access. 
  • Cross-platform support: Compatible with various devices and operating systems, including Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux. 

Who can use this service? 

Students, faculty and staff 

How do I request or access this service? 

Student  

  • Username: full @student.ufv.ca email address 
    • i.e. FirstName.LastName@student.ufv.ca (Example: jane.doe@student.ufv.ca) 
  • Password: Same as myUFV/Outlook password 

Employee 

  • Username: full @ufv.ca email address
    • i.e. FirstName.LastName@ufv.ca (Example: john.doe@ufv.ca) 
  • Password: Same as myUFV/Outlook password 

Instructions

Click on the “Submit Application Inquiry Request” and complete all required fields on the form.

This form is used for inquiries about the application, to request more details about the application, or for any questions about the functionality and features of the application. 

Support

Contact the IT Service Desk, or check the ticket status in the Online Portal for updates.

View the Wireless Internet Access article to learn more about connecting to eduroam.

 
Submit Application Inquiry Request

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Details

Service ID: 5433
Created
Mon 9/16/24 1:27 PM
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Mon 9/16/24 3:36 PM