What is the Outlook Web App?
The Outlook Web App, also known as OWA or Outlook on the web, is a full featured, web-based, email client with the look and feel of the Outlook desktop client.
What are the benefits of OWA?
- Most of the functionality of an installed version of Outlook. For a detailed list of differences, click here
- Conveniently access your email anywhere and on any device with an available Internet connection.
- Real-time synchronization ensuring you always see the latest information.
- Integration with other services like OneDrive, Teams, and Word Online.
- Familiar interface across devices
How do I access OWA?
The Outlook Web App is accessible by navigating to https://outlook.office.com/mail/
1) Sign in using your Acadia email address and password
Faculty and Staff (including Retirees): firstname.lastname@acadiau.ca
Students (including Alumni): username@acadiau.ca
Graduate Studies Students (including Alumni): username@acadiau.ca, unless you opted to use your graduate email alias to also send email, in which case your username would then be your alias, firstnamelastname@acadiau.ca
**Please note: You will only be able to view mail messages that reside on the Office 365 server. Messages located in personal or archive folders will not be accessible through this website.
2) Enter Authentication information (if required)
If you have not yet signed in on the device or browser, you will be asked to enter a code from one of your authentication methods (ex. Microsoft Authenticator, SMS text)
3) Use The Web App
From this web interface, you can accomplish most of the tasks that you can from installed software. This includes:
Email
- Compose and send: Write and send emails, attach files, and save drafts automatically.
- Organize and manage: Use features like Focused Inbox to prioritize important messages and set up safe senders to keep them out of your junk folder.
- Search: Quickly find specific emails, events, or contacts.
Calendar
- Schedule meetings: Create and track appointments and meetings, and use smart suggestions to find a time that works for everyone.
- Manage multiple calendars: Create multiple calendars and share them with others.
- Integrate tasks: Drag emails directly into your calendar to turn them into tasks.
Contacts
- Manage contacts: View and create contact information.
- Search contacts: Find contacts in your organization's directory and your personal contacts.
- Send messages and create meetings: Easily initiate a message or meeting from a contact card.
Other features
- Tasks: Manage your to-do list with the integrated to-do bar, which can be customized.
- Customize the interface: Customize the banner and toolbar to show the items you use most.
How to Change Settings?
To change your settings, select the Gear icon located in the top right corner of your screen. You can also check your notifications, get help, or sign out from here:
