How to Request Access

U-M faculty or staff members can obtain access to the University's administrative data resources that pertain to the type of data and level of access (view or update) they need to conduct University business.

Online Access Request System (OARS)

The Online Access Request System (OARS) is a Web-based process for requesting access to administrative data in the following ITS-managed systems and applications:

• M-Pathways systems
• U-M Data Warehouse
• WebNow/ImageNow

You can view descriptions of access roles and associated training within OARS, and descriptions of M-Pathways systems, modules and data sets are available.

Cosign authentication controls what you can see and do within OARS. Unit Liaisons can obtain access information for all users in their unit, and they can initiate and authorize access requests. Individuals can initiate requests for themselves and others, but they cannot authorize requests, and they can view only their own information.

Using OARS

The following training guides and simulations will help you learn how to use OARS:

• Submitting Access Requests (PDF)
• Using the Common Role Finder (PDF)
• Using the Role Selection Tool (PDF)
• Determining the Status of an Online Access Request (PDF)

Information for ULs

The following materials are for Unit Liaisons and other authorized signers only:

• Unit Liaison Authorization (PDF)
• OARS Frequently Asked Questions for Unit Liaisons (PDF)
• View a recording of an actual Unit Liaison OARS training session via the web
• OARS Enhancements -- November 2007 (Unit transfer prompt; Automated request for secondary security information)

Related Information

To learn more about optional and required training, see ITS Training.

For Assistance, Questions or Help

Contact the ITS Service Center:  (734)764-HELP | 4HELP@umich.edu | Submit an Online Service Request