Creating Guest Accounts

Issue/Question

How do I get a guest account for internet access and/or Blackboard?

Environment

• Faculty
• Staff

Cause

Guest accounts allow access to open computer labs, classrooms, conference rooms, and (optionally) Blackboard. Guests who only need internet access should connect to the WKU-GUEST wireless network, which does not require an account. Faculty and Staff can create up to 20 guest accounts for use with WKU systems.

Resolution

Note: The Guest Account System can only be accessed on campus or on the Cisco Secure Client VPN. This only affects the ability to create and manage accounts, and not the guest accounts themselves.

1. Go to the Guest Account system.
2. Log in with your NetID and Password.
3. Click Sponsor A Guest Account.
4. Enter Your Phone Number.
5. Enter in amount of accounts needed.
6. Choose if the account needs Blackboard access.
7. Enter Starting Date.
8. Choose Account Duration.
9. Click Next.
10. Click box for Agree to Terms.
11. Click Start Request.
12. Enter a Reason for Account.
13. Enter in Guest Information.
14. If checked for Blackboard access, select courses to enroll in.
15. Click box for Expiration Notification.
16. Click Next.
17. Verify Account Information.
18. Click Next.
19. Guest account name and password will be displayed
20. An email will go to the guest if you entered in their email address.