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What is Multi-factor Authentication?
Southeast Missouri State University has added multi-factor authentication to apply to Southeast accounts. This will provide additional security by requiring both something you know (like your username and password) as well as something you have (like your cell phone or a landline phone) whenever you sign into this system. If you are on a device you trust, you can choose to trust the device for up to 90 days before you are required to re-authenticate using MFA.
Why use Multi-factor Authentication?
It is important to use multi-factor authentication in order to protect your Southeast ID information and to ensure that no one else can access your account. MFA is required in some circumstances and is an optional security mechanism for others.
Go to the SEMO Multi-factor Authentication page and make sure your MFA settings are up to date.
Setting up MFA
The first time you log into your university account, you will be required to setup MFA in order to proceed.
Once MFA is established, when you log in to access your campus account from off-campus, you will provide your SEMO email address and password like normal, and then you must also approve the login using the Microsoft Authenticator App on your mobile device or by providing a code sent to your cell phone. Using the Microsoft Authenticator App is preferred and more secure.
Note: Should you decide to use the Microsoft Authenticator App on your mobile device, you must first download the app before configuring your MFA settings.
For step-by-step instructions on the first time setup of MFA, see this article.
If you have any questions, contact the IT Help Desk at (573) 651-4357 or via email at helpdesk@semo.edu.