Slack (opens in a new tab) is a messaging app which helps you and your team work together seamlessly. It is composed of channels and direct messages, where team members can communicate easily on multiple topics and conversations. Members can also share files (opens in a new tab) and connect via audio/video using huddles (opens in a new tab).
Each MBA student receives a Slack account when they are admitted to Haas and are added to their student workspace designated by program and graduation year. If you’re not sure how to access your workspace, please contact your Program Office.
SLACK FAQs |
If you’re new to Slack and need an overview of the basics, Slack’s Quick Start guide (opens in a new tab) or the Tutorials page (opens in a new tab) can help you get started.
We highly recommend setting up a profile (opens in a new tab) to let others know who you are at Haas.
- Please upload a profile picture to help others identify you easily.
- Consider adding your name pronunciation and recording an audio clip. You can set this up by clicking the +Add name pronunciation link below your profile picture.
- Scroll down to the About me section if you wish to add other information about yourself (please note, there are program-related fields that cannot be changed manually. This includes Graduation Year, Program, and Cohort).
Who’s on Slack? Use the People & user groups (opens in a new tab) option or browse through the Workspace Directory (opens in a new tab) to find members of the Haas Community already on Slack.
Slack organizes conversations into channels (opens in a new tab) and is recommended for team-based discussions. Most frequently asked questions include how to find existing channels (opens in a new tab), how to create channels (opens in a new tab), and how to share channels (opens in a new tab) across different workspaces.
Haas has a multitude of workspaces for students, faculty, and staff. If you’re trying to communicate with a Haas member not in your workspace, there’s a good chance they’re in another workspace. A shared channel (opens in a new tab) allows people from different workspaces to work together in the same channel from their separate workspaces. The Workspace Directory (opens in a new tab) can help locate which workspaces other members are in.
Too much noise? Configure your Slack notifications (opens in a new tab) to reduce unnecessary distractions.
For additional information and resources, visit the Slack Help Center (opens in a new tab).
Still not finding what you’re looking for? Contact your local workspace administrator (opens in a new tab).
Help Desk
Have questions? Need to submit a ticket? Send an email to helpdesk@haas.berkeley.edu.