Connect Handshake to Your Microsoft 365 Calendar

Questions

  • How do I connect my Handshake account to my Microsoft 365 Calendar?
  • How do I sync Handshake appointments with my Bowdoin calendar?
  • Where are the calendar settings in Handshake?
  • How do I authorize Handshake to link to my Office 365 account?
  • Why are my Handshake appointments not showing on my Microsoft 365 Calendar?
  • How do I re-authorize the Handshake calendar sync?

Environment

This article applies to Bowdoin students, faculty, and staff who want to sync their Handshake account with their Microsoft 365 (Office 365) calendar.

Resolution

  1. Log in. Log in to your Handshake account.
  2. Access user settings. On your home screen, click your display name in the top-right corner and select User Settings.
  3. Open calendar settings. In the settings menu, select Calendar Settings from the options on the left.
  4. Authorize calendar sync. If this is your first time, select Authorize Calendar Sync. If you need to re-authorize, select Re-Authorize Calendar Sync.
  5. Select calendar synchronization. A new window will appear with calendar synchronization options. Select Office 365.
  6. Complete authorization. Check the agreement box, click Link Office 365 Account, and enter your Bowdoin credentials when prompted. If prompted, select Allow to grant access.
  7. Choose a calendar. Click the radio button next to the calendar you wish to synchronize.
  8. Wait for synchronization. Allow several minutes for the calendar and application to synchronize.

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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