Help and Knowledge Base

Brightspace Pulse: Stay Organized Anywhere

Manage your coursework effortlessly with the Brightspace Pulse mobile app! Stay connected and informed wherever you are.

Why Use Pulse?

• View course calendars, announcements, and grades.
• Track deadlines and receive real-time updates.
• Stay informed on the go.

Quick Start Guide for Students

1. Download the App:
   • Apple App Store
   • Google Play Store
2. Open App.
3. Click Get Started.
4. Choose UMGC Learning Management System from search.
5. Log into your UMGC account.
6. You will then be rerouted back to your Brightspace Pulse App.

Set Up Brightspace Push Notifications

1. Click on the UMGC logo in the upper left corner.
2. Select Settings.
3. Click Push Notifications.
4. Select your preferences using the toggle buttons.
5. Click Back.

Enable Email Notifications for the Online Classroom

From the Brightspace Pulse App Enable the Email Notifications from your Brightspace Pulse App by following the steps below:

1. Click on the UMGC logo in the upper left corner.
2. Choose Settings from the menu.
3. Select Email Notifications.
4. This will redirect you directly to the Notifications page in your profile.
   • If you are not logged in, you will be prompted to do so first.
5. Under Instant Notifications, select your preferences and Save

From your Computer You can also enable email notifications from your online classroom:

1. Access Online Classroom.
2. Select your name in the upper-right corner.
3. Click Notifications.
4. Under Instant Notifications, select your preferences, and Save.

Tips for Success

• Use Pulse for quick updates.
• Switch to a computer for major tasks.

*Note: This activity can be completed on the Pulse app with limited functionality.

For more information on getting started, including logging in, navigating the app, and managing your courses, refer to the D2L Brightspace Community Documentation.