RamNet ID: Your WCU Login
West Chester University transitioned to RamNet ID, a new and improved way to securely access campus systems.
What is RamNet ID?
RamNet ID is your West Chester University username and password used for logging in to WCU supported tools and services, like email, RamPortal, D2L, and more, using a secure Single Sign-On (SSO) system. With SSO, you only need one set of credentials to access all your WCU accounts.
Why RamNet ID?
New students, faculty, and staff must set-up their RamNet ID account through these steps:
How Will My Username and Email Change?
If you joined WCU before September 28, 2024:
- Your current 7-digit WCU ID will automatically become your new RamNet ID. This will serve as your Username followed by @wcupa.edu. For example, 0854321@wcupa.edu.
- Your Email will follow the format FLast###@wcupa.edu, where F is your first initial, Last is your last name, and ### are the last three digits of your RamNet ID. For example, John Doe (RamNet ID: 3654321) would be JDoe321@wcupa.edu.
If you join WCU on or after September 28, 2024:
- You'll use our current RamNet ID system—no need to worry about the previous one.
- If you are a new student, you have to set-up your RamNet ID.
If you joined WCU before September 28, 2024:
- Your current 7-digit WCU ID will automatically become your new RamNet ID. This will serve as your Username followed by @wcupa.edu. For example, 0854321@wcupa.edu.
- Your WCU email address will not change.
If you join WCU on or after September 28, 2024:
- Congratulations! You already have your RamNet ID and email address.
Which systems require my RamNet ID Username?
You’ll use your RamNet ID Username to access all WCU systems that require Single Sign-On (SSO), including:
- Campus Email
- RamPortal
- D2L
- Zoom
- Microsoft Office 365
- Google Workspace
- ServiceNow
- Panopto
- Qualtrics
- RamPrint
- Many other college and departmental applications that use Single Sign On (SSO)
Terms and Definitions:
- Identity Access Management (IAM): A system that controls how WCU accounts are created and managed, ensuring secure access to campus systems and applications.
- RamNet ID: Your campus ID number. Previously referred to as WCU ID. New users will receive RamNet IDs generated by the new IAM system. Existing user’s WCU ID stay the same and will now be referred to as RamNet ID.
- WCU ID: The previous term used for campus ID number, now called RamNet ID.
- RamNet Username: The unique identifier assigned to a user that serves as the key to logging in to WCU-supported tools and services, like email, RamPortal, D2L, and more. For existing users, you will continue to use your existing username. For new users, your RamNet Username will have the following format: <RamNet ID>@wcupa.edu. For example: 3000050@wcupa.edu
- Campus Email (Primary): Your WCU email address in Outlook, used for official university communication. Existing users will continue to use their existing email address. New user’s (both student and employee) email address will have the following format: <FirstInitial><Lastname><last 3 digits of your RamNet ID>@wcupa.edu. For example: RChester050@wcupa.edu
- Single Sign-On (SSO): A login method that allows you to access multiple WCU services and systems using the same username and password, so you don’t need to remember separate logins for different tools.
- Email Alias: An email alias is an additional email address that routes messages to your campus email. It's also known as an alternate email address (for instance: if your last name changes when you get married).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why did RamNet ID replacing WCU ID?
In alignment with PASSHE governing decisions, West Chester University has retired myWCU (the PeopleSoft Student Information System) and transitioned to RamPortal (Ellucian’s Student Information System).
As part of this shift, WCU IDs were replaced by RamNet IDs, the university's new Identity and Access Management (IAM) system.
Will my WCU email change?
For employees, the changes taking place will not affect your existing WCU email address.
For students, your email address will change to the new format.
How will my email be displayed?
For students, faculty and staff who joined WCU before Sept. 2024, the functionality of your existing WCU email address will not change, however, you may notice slight differences in how your email is displayed across various systems.
Do I need a new RamCard?
No, your RamCard will not change, and there is no need to get a new one.
Additional Questions?
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