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👤 Guest Accounts: Transition from the “Selkirk” Account

👤 Guest Accounts: Transition from the “Selkirk” Account

🔄 Overview

As part of the Windows 11 upgrade, the generic guest login previously labelled “Selkirk” is not available on any upgraded lab and classroom computers.

👨‍🏫 For Presenters and Visitors Only

Students and staff should always log in using their own Selkirk accounts.
Guest accounts are only for external users, such as:

  • Guest presenters

  • Visiting instructors / Workshop facilitators

  • Library patrons

  • Students prior to enrolment

  • Invigilation for external students

  • Meeting rooms

 

📌 What’s Changing

  • The shared “Selkirk” guest account is no longer available.

  • New guest accounts will be created for instructional needs — one per department or access will be given to a new generic account, depending on use case.

🔒 Why This Change?

  • Improves security and accountability

  • Ensures proper access controls for different user types

  • Supports more customized setups for guests

📌 Occasional Use Guest Accounts

For one-time or occasional needs (such as guest presenters, meetings, or short-term access), a generic guest account is available upon request from ITS. This account is intended for temporary use only.

Important guidelines:

  • As these are Windows 11-enabled accounts, the format of all guest accounts will be accountname@edu.selkirk.ca

  • Do not post or share the password publicly.

  • When needed, please log the guest in yourself using the account credentials.

  • The password will be changed at least once a year (typically during the summer), or more frequently if the password is found to be posted or shared improperly.

To request access to this temporary guest account, please contact the IT Helpdesk.

📝 Department Guest Accounts

In certain cases, ITS may issue a department guest account to support ongoing, specific-use scenarios, such as:

  • Access for long-term contractors or vendors

  • Shared access for a department-managed kiosk or workstation

  • Recurring guests with consistent access needs

Important guidelines:

  • These accounts are tied to the department, not an individual, and should be managed accordingly.

  • Passwords must be stored securely and not posted publicly.

  • The department is responsible for monitoring use and notifying ITS if the account is no longer needed or if there are concerns.

  • Passwords will be updated at least annually

To request a department guest account or to review the status of an existing one, please contact the IT Helpdesk.

  1. Create a service desk request on https://go.selkirk.ca Knowledge Centre

  2. Include:

    • 🏫 Your department or course name

    • 📋 Reason the account is needed

    • 🧰 Software or system access required

Please note, new guest accounts require at least two weeks notice to be created to ensure a smooth transition.

💬 Need Help?

Not sure if you need a guest account? We’re happy to help!
https://go.selkirk.ca | ☎️ ext. 55255