Ohio State has moved most students to a single “lastname.#@osu.edu” email account as part of an effort to simplify email use, reduce confusion and strengthen security across the university.
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Students Now Have One Email Account - lastname.#@osu.edu
What’s New in Tech for Autumn 2026
Welcome back, Buckeyes! It’s a new academic year, and there are several major technology changes at Ohio State you need to know before classes start.
Plans to Move Students to a Single lastname.#@osu.edu Email Account
Ohio State is working on moving to a single “lastname.#@osu.edu” email account for all students as part of an effort to simplify email use, reduce confusion and strengthen security across the university.
Separate Email Accounts Protect Academic and Business Integrity
Ohio State maintains distinct email systems for academic, business, and clinical communications to uphold security, compliance, regulatory, and operational clarity. This distinction protects sensitive information, complies with data regulations, and preserves the integrity of university records.