A Guide to Auburn's Free Adobe Software
Maybe you’ve heard of it, maybe you haven’t, but as of last school year, Auburn became the first school in the SEC to provide free (yes y’all, FREE) Creative Cloud subscriptions for all students.
Not only does this benefit students who were already using Adobe’s programs, but it gives all Auburn students an advantage in their job search. Knowing these programs is a huge résumé-builder and will make you stand out! Plus, they’re incredibly helpful for class assignments and personal projects.
What even is Adobe Creative Cloud?
Only the best thing ever. Adobe Creative Cloud is a collection of Adobe applications and services that provides users with software for things like design, video, photography, animation, coding, 3D modeling, and more.
How do I get it?
Luckily, installing Adobe is pretty straightforward! Follow the steps below to get it set up. If you have any issues, make sure to contact itservicedesk@auburn.edu with any questions.
STEP ONE
1. Log in to Adobe through Auburn Creative Campus. Scroll down the page and click the “Login to request your license” button. You’ll log in through AU Access, and Adobe will automatically send your request.
STEP TWO
2. Check your Auburn email for a message from Adobe. Click the “Get Started” button in the email.
STEP THREE
3. You’ll be brought to a Creative Cloud webpage. Under “Your Apps and Services,” under “Creative Cloud,” click on “Download Apps.”
STEP FOUR
4. You’ll be brought to a page where you can install apps.
5. Get installing!
Which apps should I install?
Check out the handy graphic below to see which applications you’re interested in! Some take longer to learn than others, but there are plenty of online resources to get you comfortable working with them in no time. Download our linked PDF at the bottom to get the full list of applications and links to tutorials for all of them.
Happy learning!
Be well, Auburn.
Photography: Grace H.
Grace is from New Orleans, but with her military upbringing she has moved around a bit. She now resides in Auburn to study graphic design and marketing. Working at The Rec allows Grace to be involved in many of her interests, including design, photography, videography, writing, and of course – fitness. Grace is an avid runner; she is typically either training for a half marathon, Spartan race, or both. Outside of marketing, Grace loves to cook, watch sci-fi, do yoga (at The Rec of course), spend time with friends, and design some more. Grace greatly values her relationships with the people around her and believes that intentional design and communication has the power to bring people together and make the world a better place.
