Microsoft 365 improvements coming to UC this summer

Microsoft will begin tagging certain emails (such as newsletters and promotions) to help you organize your inbox more easily.

• What to expect:
  • These emails will appear with a “Promotions” label in your inbox.
  • You can create Outlook rules to manage them if desired.
  • The system improves over time based on your preferences.
• Timeline: July 2026
• Action needed: None
• More information: View knowledge base article.

Microsoft is updating how external file sharing works in OneDrive and SharePoint to improve security and consistency.

• What’s changing: New sharing will use Microsoft’s secure guest access system.
• Timeline:
  • New sharing experience: Rolling out now (June 2026).
  • Previous method phased out: July–August 2026.
• What this means:
  • Most sharing will continue as it does today.
  • In some cases, older sharing links may no longer work after the transition.
  • If access issues occur, simply re-share the file or folder to restore access.
• Optional (for frequent external sharing): If you regularly share files externally, consider re-sharing important content this summer.
• More information: View knowledge base article.

If you have any questions or experience any issues following this changes, please contact the IT Service Desk.

• Submit a ticket: uc.edu/ithelp.
• Or call us: 
  • From a personal phone: 513-556-HELP (4357), select option 2.
  • From a university phone: 6-HELP (4357), select option 2.