First Year Connection New Student Orientation
Your STC Account
You'll use the same username and password for all STC logins and services.
As a new student, it's important to be ready with your college account to access essential online resources.
Your account gives you access to tools like Blackboard for your courses, JagNet for student information, and JagMail for communication.
My Password Assistant
Did you know your STC password will expire?
Before that happens, be sure to setup My Password Assistant.
Follow these steps so you can reset or change your password later on.
- Visit mypassword.southtexascollege.edu.
- Click Manage Account.
- Login to the Microsoft system.
- Follow the instructions to add at least two security methods.
Contact the IT Service Desk at 956-872-2111 for help with your account or password.
JagNet
JagNet is the web portal for all STC students that provides personalized access to online services. Access your student profile, registration, class schedules, campus life, and grades.
- Register for Classes
- Purchase Parking permits
- Check Grades
- Check Financial Aid Status
- Pay for Tuition
- Access Learning Tools
- And so much more.
JagMail
JagMail is your free STC email service - and it is STC’s official method of communication with students. You must check your JagMail account regularly. You can even add your student email account to your own mail app.
Your email address:
username@stu.southtexascollege.edu.
If you ever have password issues, visit mypassword.southtexascollege.edu. Contact the IT Service Desk at 956-872-2111 for help with your account.
Student ID
You are responsible for getting a Student ID when you enroll with the college. Students are expected to show a Student ID at all times to be identified as a current student and when conducting college business. Your ID gets you access to services including the library, computer labs, and the Centers for Learning Excellence (tutoring).
Student ID cards are available free of charge at all Enrollment Centers. The cost to replace an ID card is $15.
Requirements to get a Student ID:
- Be registered for classes for the upcoming semester.
- Present a valid ID (High School ID, Driver’s License, Texas ID, Passport, etc.).
It must be the physical ID - a photo of an ID is not valid.
Blackboard
Blackboard is your system for online learning and includes communication with faculty and other classmates. With Blackboard you can receive mobile updates about courses, complete assessments, participate in discussions/sessions, and view your grades.
Microsoft 365
The Microsoft 365 suite (formerly Microsoft Office) is available at no additional cost for all STC students.
- Microsoft apps: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and more.
- Available online or install on your own PC or Mac.
- OneDrive cloud storage and access is included too.
Visit microsoft365.com and login with your STC account.
