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Graduating seniors should back up their Bates Google Workspace data before access ends on June 1, 2026. Use “Download your data” or VaultMe to transfer files to a personal account. Update your email on key platforms, notify contacts, and set up forwarding and auto-replies before your account is deleted. Save any files from Bates servers and remove PaperCat printers.

Device encryption protects your sensitive data by locking it in a secure vault, preventing unauthorized access if your computer is lost or stolen. Both Windows (BitLocker) and macOS (FileVault) offer encryption tools that scramble your files, requiring a password or PIN to unlock. This ensures that even if your computer is physically accessed, your data remains secure. BitLocker and FileVault are enabled by default on all college-issued devices, running quietly in the background to protect your

As you prepare to leave Bates College, contact Human Resources to start the offboarding process. Forward important emails, set up a vacation responder, transfer file ownership, and return all college equipment. Remove personal files and update accounts using your Bates email. Remote employees must ship their equipment back. These steps will ensure a smooth transition.