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You can create or sign into an existing My IU account by visiting the My IU sign in page.

Create a My IU account with Google

1. Visit the My IU sign in page.
2. Select “Sign in with Google.”
3. Enter your Google username and password.

You will automatically be sent to step two to create an IU record or connect your My IU account to your existing IU record.

Create a My IU account with LinkedIn

1. Visit the My IU sign in page.
2. Select “Sign in with LinkedIn.”
3. Enter your LinkedIn username and password.

You will automatically be sent to step two to create an IU record or connect your My IU account to your existing IU record.

Create a My IU account with an email address

1. Visit the My IU sign in page.
2. Select “Email Address.”
3. In the bottom of the login modal select the “Create Account” button.
4. In the “Account Management” modal, enter your first name, last name, and email address and click the “Create” button.
5. Check your email for a verification link.
6. Click on the verification link in your email.
7. Enter a password of your choice. Your password must be at least seven characters and contain three of the following: one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, one symbol, and one number.
8. Click the “Activate Account” button.
9. Go back to MyIU.org, click “Sign in,” and use the email address option with your newly created password.

After creating your My IU account, you will be automatically directed to a form to “create or connect your IU record.” There are three options to choose from:

1. I am affiliated with IU. Select this option if you are an alumnus/a, faculty, staff, IUAA Life member, student, or parent. If you are a Donor but do not fall into any of the categories listed, please contact Advancement Resources and Liaison Operations (ARLO) at 317-278-ARLO (2756) or arlo@iu.edu to request a Claim Code. Staff are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. ET.
2. I am not affiliated with IU. Select this option if you are not affiliated with IU.
3. I was sent a claim code. Select this option if you have received a claim code. Don't forget to include the dashes!

Once you have created a My IU account and created or connected to your IU record, simply select “Sign in” in the My IU menu and choose one of the methods offered to sign into your account.

For additional assistance, please contact Advancement Resources and Liaison Operations (ARLO), at 317-278-ARLO (2756) or arlo@iu.edu. Staff are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. ET.

What if the system indicates that I’ve already started the My IU account creation process with an email address?

If you receive a yellow warning with a message indicating activation has already been started, search your email account for the verification email. Then follow these steps:

1. Click on the verification link in your email.
2. Enter a password of your choice. Your password must be at least 7 characters and contain three of the following: 1 uppercase letter, 1 lowercase letter, 1 symbol, and 1 number.
3. Click the “Activate Account” button.
4. Go back to MyIU.org, click “Sign in” and use the email address option with your newly created password.

You will automatically be sent to Step 2 to either create an IU record or connect your My IU account to your existing IU record.

What if the system indicates that I’ve already set up a My IU account using an email address?

If you receive a red warning with a message indicating your account already exists, reset your password by following these steps:

1. Visit the My IU sign in page.
2. Select “Email Address.”
3. At the bottom of the login modal, select “Forgot Password.”
4. Enter your email address in the field provided and click “Send Email.”
5. Click the link provided in the email you receive.
6. In the “Account Management” window, type in your new password.

If you are an alum having access issues, please contact Advancement Resources and Liaison Operations (ARLO), at 317-278-ARLO (2756) or arlo@iu.edu. Staff are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. ET.

IU students, faculty, and staff must access the course via Expand.

Currently, access to GenAI 101 is only open to IU alumni, students, faculty, and staff. If you’re still interested in taking GenAI 101, let us know and we’ll reach out if future opportunities become available.

IU offers access to certain AI tools for students, faculty, and staff. There are also public AI resources, like Google Gemini and ChatGPT, which are free to anyone. Please use caution and avoid sharing personal or proprietary information when using AI tools.