Northwood University Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) System
Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) is a Microsoft-delivered feature that allows SSPR-enrolled Northwood users the ability to reset their own password without the need of contacting the IT Help Desk. By using this service, you acknowledge that you are aware of and agree to abide by all provisions of the Northwood University Acceptable Use Policy.
Passwords must meet the following criteria:
- Be at least 8 characters in length.
- Consist of at least 3 of the following 4 items:
- Uppercase letters (i.e. A-Z)
- Lowercase letters (i.e. a-z)
- Numbers (i.e. 0-9)
- Special characters (i.e. !@#$%^&*)
- Not contain the user's account name or parts of the user's full name that exceed two consecutive characters.
- Previous passwords may not be reused.