How to Log in to D2L Brightspace (New - Effective August 9, 2025)

Article Type:  General Information

Response, 

• This article explains how students, faculty, or staff can log in to D2L Brightspace.

 Steps: 

• Open a browser and navigate to www.saintpaul.edu 

• Click  D2L 

• Enter  your username and password: 
  •  username: The StarID  format is 'aa1234aa (i.e. alpha-alpha####alpha-alpha)
    • Note: Starting Saturday, August 9th 2025. Accounts will be updated to the new username format:
      • Students: StarID@go.minnstate.edu
      • Employees: StarID@minnstate.edu
• Click the "Log In" Button:

• After entering your credentials, click Log In.

• You’ll be taken to the D2L homepage (sometimes called "My Home" or "Dashboard").

• If you forgot your password, go to StarID.minnstate.edu site to reset it.

Summary:

This article provides step-by-step instructions on how to log in to D2L Brightspace using your username(starID) and password. It applies to all users who need to access D2L for coursework or teaching.

NOTE: On August 9-10, 2025, the authentication method for Brightspace, Zoom, and Kaltura will be transitioning to Microsoft 365 authentication (Entra ID). 

What’s Changing?

• New sign in Interface: Sign in using your Minnstate credential (StarID@go.minnstate.edu or StarID@minnstate.edu)
• Enhanced Security: Multi-factor authentication will be used to keep your account safe.
• Single Sign-On (SSO): Seamlessly navigate between services like Microsoft 365, Zoom, Kaltura, and Brightspace without re-entering your username and password.

Have questions?  Submit a service request through the Minnesota System Service Portal.