What are Google Groups?

Google Groups is an online tool used for collaboration where all members can participate.

Who is Eligible?

Active Faculty, Staff or Students

Google Groups Can Do the Following

1. Email each other.
2. Organize meetings.
3. Communicate broad messages to the group with the ability to respond.

Roles

• The Owner role has the highest level of permissions over the group and can:
  • Change the roles of the group members.
  • Add or remove other owners.
  • Create new roles.
  • Delete the group.
• The Manager role can:
  • Have management responsibilities for members and messages.
  • Add or remove managers.
• The Member role is default to anyone who is part of the group and has these permissions:
  • Permissions are set for the Member role by members with the Owner or Manager role.
  • Permissions set for the Member role are automatically given to all other roles.

Permissions

Here are the steps to view a list of all the permissions in your Google Group if you are an owner or manager:

1. Sign in to Google Groups.
2. Click My Groups.
3. Choose a group.
4. Click Manage near the top right.
   • If you do not see this option, your role is Member and cannot change permissions.
5. Click Permissions. Choose from the four types of permissions to view and edit.
   • Basic permissions let certain people join and post to the group.
   • Posting permissions let members use custom features to post topics.
   • Moderation permissions let members monitor other members, posts, and roles.
   • Access permissions control who can view the group, members, and member email addresses.
6. Make your changes.
7. Click Save.

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