Due to changes in Microsoft’s Office 365 service, course email groups will no longer be available starting with the Summer 2025 semester. These were groups named for the course number/section/term and used for sending emails to an entire class (e.g., PSYC1030001.2023F[at]memphis.edu). Microsoft is limiting the availability of these groups, so they can no longer be used for course emails. Faculty using these groups for class communications should identify alternatives, such as Teams and Canvas messaging, to communicate with their classes as a whole.
If you currently rely on these groups for class communication, we recommend switching to alternative tools such as:
- Microsoft Teams
- Canvas messaging and announcements
To support you in this transition, we’ve provided helpful resources:
- Infographic: How to Send an Email from myMemphis
- Canvas Communication Resources from UM3D (videos & instructions)
If you have any questions or need help exploring your options, please contact the ITS Service Desk at umtech@memphis.edu or submit a service request.