Technology News and Service Notices for the week of May 1, 2026

Transition to CHRS Continues

Summary

The Chancellor’s Office will continue the systemwide transition to the Common Human Resources System (CHRS) from Wednesday, May 6, at 3 p.m. through Monday, May 10, at 8 a.m. 2026.

What does this mean for me?

All human resources functions will be unavailable, including HR Self Service Options, Time & Labor, Absence Management, the Student Employment Module, the Part-Time Faculty Module, and HR reports.

CHRS is a CSU systemwide initiative that streamlines human resources processes such as recruitment, benefits, workforce administration, time and labor, and absence management.

Planned Maintenance Times

Thursdays, 9:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., midnight
Sundays, 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
IT Service Status

During these times, online services may be briefly unavailable without advance notice.

News

Phishing, Fraud & Scams

The campus is currently experiencing an increase in fraudulent phishing and scam messages. Scammers often use high-stress times of the year to commit fraud with short messages designed to gain attention.

Current scams include emails or text messages related to employment, canceled accounts, missed payments, and similar topics.

Think Before You Click

If you receive a suspicious email, forward it to suspectemail@cpp.edu.

Never provide your BroncoPassword on any web form, email, or text. Only you should have access to your account.

Important: CPP staff and faculty will never ask for your Bronco credentials, password, or MFA authorization. Any request for this information is likely a phishing attempt.

Never authorize Duo Multi-Factor Authentication for another person or an unknown request. Verify senders using official channels such as Bronco411.

If You Feel at Risk

Change your BroncoPassword immediately within MyCPP Online Services or contact the IT Service Desk. If you provided personal or financial information, contact your financial institution and verify your CPP banking information.

You may also contact the CPP IT Service Desk or email the campus Information Security Officer at ciso@cpp.edu.

To Learn More

FTC – Report Fraud
FBI – Common Scams and Crimes

Required OS Upgrades for IT-Managed Computers

Summary

All IT-managed computers must be upgraded to the latest supported operating system before Tuesday, May 26, 2026. If not completed by the deadline, upgrades will be performed automatically.

What does this mean for me?

Faculty and staff should launch the Software Center app and complete updates at a convenient time. Allow one to two hours for the process.

Windows 11 25H2

Faculty and staff using Windows 11 are encouraged to upgrade before Tuesday, May 26, 2026 via Windows Update.

macOS 26 Tahoe

Faculty and staff using macOS are encouraged to upgrade via Software Center before Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

OneDrive Sync on IT-Managed Computers

All Cal Poly Pomona faculty and staff IT-managed computers are configured with Microsoft OneDrive to provide secure cloud storage for university-related files.

Files saved in your OneDrive – Cal Poly Pomona folder automatically sync to your CPP OneDrive account in the cloud. This includes files stored on your Desktop and in your Documents folder.

OneDrive allows you to access your university files from anywhere while supporting campus business continuity and disaster recovery requirements.

CPP OneDrive Help Article
Microsoft 365 Storage Quotas
Standard IT-Managed Computer Configurations
Manage OneDrive Sync Settings

CPP Safe App

Fast alerts. Smart response. CPP Safe.

Starting May 1, download the CPP Safe app to receive emergency alerts and access campus safety resources. Learn more .

Contacting the IT Service Desk

If you have questions regarding these notices, contact the IT Service Desk.

Cal Poly Pomona IT Service Desk
IT Service Desk Contact Information
Submit a Ticket
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