Stetson email setup time

Setting up a Stetson email account can take some time, but I'll break it down into steps to help you get started. Please note that the exact steps may vary depending on your device and email client.

Step 1: Create a Stetson email account

If you haven't already, create a Stetson email account by following these steps:

  1. Go to the Stetson University website (www.stetson.edu) and click on "My Stetson" at the top right corner.
  2. Log in with your Stetson username and password.
  3. Click on "Student" or "Faculty/Staff" depending on your affiliation.
  4. Click on "Email" and then "Create a New Email Account."
  5. Fill out the required information, including your name, email address, and password.
  6. Click "Create Account" to complete the setup process.

Step 2: Set up your email client

To set up your Stetson email account on your device, you'll need to configure your email client. Here are the steps for popular email clients:

Outlook

  1. Open Outlook and click on "File" > "Add Account."
  2. Select "Manual setup or additional server types" and click "Next."
  3. Choose "POP or IMAP" and click "Next."
  4. Enter the following settings:
    • Account type: IMAP
    • Incoming mail server: imap.stetson.edu
    • Outgoing mail server: smtp.stetson.edu
    • Username: your Stetson email address
    • Password: your Stetson email password
  5. Click "Next" and then "Finish" to complete the setup process.

Gmail

  1. Open Gmail and click on the gear icon in the upper right corner.
  2. Select "See all settings" and then click on the "Accounts and Import" tab.
  3. Click on "Add a POP3 mail account" and enter the following settings:
    • POP3 server: imap.stetson.edu
    • Username: your Stetson email address
    • Password: your Stetson email password
  4. Click "Add account" to complete the setup process.

Other email clients

For other email clients, such as Mozilla Thunderbird or Apple Mail, you can follow similar steps to set up your Stetson email account. You may need to consult the client's documentation for specific instructions.

Step 3: Verify your account

After setting up your email client, you may need to verify your Stetson email account by clicking on a verification link sent to your email address. This is a security measure to ensure that your account is secure.

Step 4: Start using your Stetson email account

Once you've completed the setup process, you can start using your Stetson email account to send and receive emails. You can access your email account through the Stetson University website or through your email client.

Remember to keep your Stetson email account secure by using strong passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, and being cautious when clicking on links or downloading attachments from unknown sources.