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      • Date: 12/8/2023
      Time: 2:41:27 AM

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    Password Management

    Managing your password is simple using OKTA self-service:


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    Setup/Maintain your
    OKTA Profile

    Complete Setup to enable Self-Service Password Reset.

    Must confirm text & secondary email to use this feature.
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    Update Your
    Password

    Using the

    Password Requirements listed below.
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    Forgot Your
    Password

    Request Text Message or Email ONLY

    if you have previously setup your OKTA Profile and confirmed your Text or Email.

    See OKTA FAQ.

    Password Requirements

    When resetting your password, the new password must meet the University’s security requirements for complexity:

    • Must be at least 8 characters in length.
    • Must contain at least one Upper Case Letter.
    • Must contain at least one Lower Case Letter.
    • Must contain at least one Number.
    • Must contain at least one Special Character.
    • Cannot contain part of your Lewis username, first name, or last name.
    • Do not use previous passwords.

    PASSWORD LIFE EXPECTANCY

    • Your password is good for 180 days from the date it was set.
    • You should receive notification to your Lewis Email when your password is due to expire.
    • Expired password can be reset at LewisU.Okta.com

    For assistance, contact the Service Desk:
    (815) 836-5950
    ServiceDesk@LewisU.edu