Find Your Bowdoin ID Number

Questions

  • How can I find my Bowdoin Employee ID or Student ID number in Workday?
  • Where is my ID number located within the Workday system?
  • Do I need special access to view my Employee or Student ID in Workday?
  • Can I access my ID number from a mobile device using the Workday app?
  • Is my Employee or Student ID the same as my Workday username?
  • Where do I find my Bowdoin ID number to fill out a form?

Environment

This article applies to all current Bowdoin College employees and students with an active Workday account who need to locate their official Bowdoin-issued Employee ID or Student ID number.

  • Applies to: All Bowdoin employees (faculty and staff) and enrolled students
  • Platform: Workday - accessible via web browser or the Workday mobile app
  • Access required: None beyond a standard active Bowdoin Workday account

Resolution

Follow the steps below to find your Bowdoin Employee ID or Student ID in Workday.

On a web browser

  1. Log in to Workday using your Bowdoin credentials.
  2. Click your profile icon or your name in the upper-right corner of the page.
  3. Select View Profile from the dropdown menu.
  4. On your profile page, click the Summary tab in the left navigation menu.
  5. Locate the field labeled Employee ID (for faculty and staff) or Student ID (for enrolled students). This is your official Bowdoin College ID number.

On the Workday mobile app

  1. Open the Workday app and sign in with your Bowdoin credentials.
  2. Tap your profile icon.
  3. Your Employee ID or Student ID will be displayed on the main profile screen.
Note: Your Employee or Student ID is not the same as your Bowdoin username or email address. It is a unique numeric identifier used in forms, systems, and administrative records.

Additional Help

If you need further assistance, you have several options:

  • Bowdoin Bot: Chat with Bowdoin Bot directly from any KB page for instant answers.
  • Phone: Call the Bowdoin College Service Desk at (207) 725-3030.
  • In person: Visit the Tech Hub in Smith Union during business hours.
  • Submit a ticket: Request assistance through the Service Catalog.
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