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Multi-Factor Authentication: Set up Text Messaging as Your Verification Method

  1. Open your browser and log in to mySMU and open the Webmail App, located in Communications under Catalog.
  2. From within Outlook Web Access, go to Account Manager by clicking the Rightmost icon on the toolbar and then click view account. 
Screenshot of Outlook Web Access
Screenshot of Account Manager
  1. In the left navigation menu, select Security info, then Add method, and choose Phone
Screenshot of Add Method Phone
  1. On the Add a method page, select Add.
  2. On the Phone page, enter the phone number for your mobile device, choose Text me a code, and then select Next
Screenshot of Phone Code
Screenshot of Six Digit Code Sent
  1. Enter the code sent to you through text message to your mobile device, and the select Next
Screenshot of Code Confirmation
  1. A confirmation indicating the phone number is registered appears. 
Screenshot of SMS Verified

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Job Scam Warning

We have been made aware of fraudulent job postings and offers that may appear to come from Samuel Merritt University. Please note:

  • All legitimate job postings are listed exclusively on our official Careers page.
  • Our recruiters will always contact you from an @samuelmerritt.edu email address. We do not use personal email accounts.
  • We will never ask for payment, banking information, or personal identification documents as part of the hiring process.
  • If you are unsure about the legitimacy of a job posting or communication, please contact us directly at recruiting@samuelmerritt.edu.

We take these scams seriously and are working with authorities and online platforms to remove fraudulent listings. If you believe you have been targeted, we encourage you to report the incident to the FTC (in the U.S.) or your local authorities.