Email received for State of Residence application / Security

Problem

• I received an email about Miami University's State of Residence application. Is this a phishing email?
• I received an email to my school address asking for my state of residence when I registered for courses. Is this email spam?
• I received an email saying that I have to provide my location in order to take an online class. Is this email legit?

Cause

• Federal Regulations require state of residence to be reported, as state laws differ on which classes count towards licensing for professions

Resolution

• This is a legitimate email. In addition to online courses, if you are taking an online, Hybrid, or IVDL course, you need to complete the form to continue taking your class
• Just to be safe, never click links in an email. When you log in to a Miami service, you will be redirected to the form, if you need to fill it out

User

• Miami University Student

System

• 89891: State of Residence Collection
  • State of Residence Application