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  FAQ Your Permanent Username and KnightVision Passphrase Assignments
What is my username?
Your username is a unique identifier that you use to access all of your Calvin College network services.
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Can I change my username?
No, your username is permanent unless you have a legal name change. If you have a legal name change please contact the HelpDesk and request your username be changed.
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How are new usernames being assigned?
New members of the Calvin community have their username automatically generated using a simple, rule-based naming convention.
- The formula used is: first name initial, middle name initial (if known), last name initial and a sequential number.
- The minimum length is 2 letters and one number.
- The maximum length is 3 letters and 12 numbers (highly unlikely anytime soon).
- The digits 0 and 1 will not be used because they are easily confused with the letter ‘O’ and the letter ‘I'
Example: A new student named David Edward Cook is assigned the username ‘dec2’ (unless this username is already in use) and the next student with the same initials, Danielle Elizabeth Cooper, is assigned the username ‘dec3’.
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What if my KnightVision passphrase doesn’t work?
- If your KnightVision passphrase doesn’t work go to http://knightvision.calvin.edu and click on the "I forgot my password" link.
- If that doesn't work you must bring your Calvin-ID card to the CIT offices, 1st floor of the Hekman library, and request a new KnightVision passphrase. The CIT offices are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. If you are off-campus, please contact the HelpDesk via the webform provided.
- Newly admitted students to Calvin can change their password online at http://knightvision.calvin.edu then click the "I forgot my password" link.
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If I leave campus and return after many years will I receive a new username?
No, your username is issued for your lifetime. No one else will be assigned your username even after you leave Calvin College.
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May I let others use my username and passphrase?
No. Sharing your passphrase is again the Policy on Responsible Use of Technology. You should never allow anyone to access any of your network accounts using your username and passphrase. Anyone found sharing their passphrase risks losing his or her computer privileges.
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