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Blackboard Ultra Highlights

Click the links below for the new features and updates in Blackboard Ultra.

Sunset of “Class Collaborate” Blackboard Collaborate Ultra

 
What You Need To Know
  • As of June 30, 2025, BSU has officially discontinued the use of the Class Collaborate platform.
  • To prevent any disruptions, we recommend transitioning immediately to Zoom or Microsoft Teams.
  • This service has been sunset by the Department of Information Technology.
  • Attend Zoom and Teams instructor-led training sessions. Check your e-mail for the schedule.
What To Do Next
  • Begin using Zoom or Microsoft Teams for all future meetings and classes.
Need Help?
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this update, please contact the Department of Information Technology’s IT Support Services at helpdesk@bowiestate.edu .

Introducing Brainfuse: Your Comprehensive Online Tutoring Solution

July 14, 2023 10:00 AM. By System Admin

We are excited to announce the integration of Brainfuse, a cutting-edge online tutoring platform, into our educational institution's learning management system. Brainfuse offers many tutoring services and resources to support your academic success.

As part of our commitment to enhancing the learning experience, we have collaborated with Brainfuse to provide you access to live tutoring, homework help, and study resources, all conveniently accessible within our Blackboard environment.

You can access the training materials link to training materials. Please refer to training schedule for the upcoming training sessions. Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact: helpdesk@bowiestate.edu


Blackboard System Maintenance

March 16, 2018 10:33 AM. By Tolulope Oladipo

Our Blackboard Learn has been scheduled to go through required cumulative updates so as to enhance the functionality of the system for optimal performance. Please take note of the scheduling information below regarding start date, end date and downtime. Please make sure to plan your Blackboard activities accordingly.

Scheduling Information

Start Date: 20-MAR-2018 08:00:00 PM (ET)

End Date: 21-MAR-2018 08:00:00 AM (ET)

Required Downtime: Typically, 12 hours of downtime. Users will be unable to access the system during this maintenance window.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience as we continue to improve our systems to bring you a better Blackboard experience. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact: helpdesk@bowiestate.edu

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