Current Updates
Unsupported macOS Devices to Be Blocked from Network on June 15, 2026
Apple Macs running unsupported versions of macOS will no longer be permitted on the UMass Lowell network as of June 15, 2026. Apple has discontinued support for hardware that cannot run macOS Sonoma, Sequoia, or Tahoe, and these systems must be decommissioned to maintain campus security. After June 15, unsupported Macs will be blocked from the internet both on and off campus. For more information or for assistance with replacing an unsupported device, please contact Tech Services at 978-934-4357 or visit IT Help.
Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat is now available.
Copilot Chat is available to all active faculty, staff, and students. It is a generative artificial intelligence assistant similar in function to ChatGPT. Copilot Chat can help by answering questions, summarizing information, drafting text, and explaining concepts. For more information, please see our Generative Artificial Intelligence webpage.
UMass Lowell is Transitioning to Canvas.
The university is changing Learning Management System (LMS) providers. Information on this transition can be found on our Transition from Blackboard to Canvas page. All questions concerning this transition can be forwarded to the Academic Technology Team:
- On-campus: email: CanHelp@uml.edu or phone at 978-934-4357 and select option 3
- Graduate Online and Professional Studies (GPS): email: onlinelearning@uml.edu or phone at 800-480-3190