CURI Research Guide

To access ArcGIS Online or use ArcGIS Pro Desktop - send in a request to have your account activated by contacting the IT Helpdesk. If you already have an ArcGIS account, you can log in using these steps.

It is recommended to use Chrome when accessing ArcGIS through a browser. Safari will frequently cause error messages on log-in or accessing StoryMap projects.

When accessing ArcGIS Online, make sure to double check:

• You are logging into https://stolaf.maps.arcgis.com
• If you already have an account (and logged in previously) but receive an error when trying to log back into the program - it could be an issue with the browser. It is recommended to use Chrome or Firefox when access ArcGIS Online.
• Do not log in by clicking on the Google button

There could be a variety of different ways the tools and formatting can be setup in ArcGIS Online and StoryMap - here are some resources on how to get started thinking about your project. Here are some key first steps to think about:

• How much data do you think you might want to map?
  • 5 points, 50 points, polygons, etc
  • Do you need to be able to upload premade data?
  • Does the data need a certain amount of animation or interactivity? (ex. animated maps)
• How do you want users to read your project?
• Do you need to be able to display a lot of media with your maps?
  • Lots of pictures, videos, audio
  • Do you need to be able to embed content?

For any questions, email Sara (sara@stolaf.edu) to set up a meeting or if you just have general mapping questions. If you get a vacation or out of office reply, contact the IT Helpdesk using this form and someone will follow up!

Summer availability:

• Monday - Thursday: 7:30 - 4:30 (occasional remote Thursday)
• Friday (remote only - available for virtual meetings): 7:30 - 12