All the old (majordomo) email lists have now been converted to Google Groups. Because these lists live on the web instead of in email, they're much easier to manage and use. The list names have all been kept the same - if you used to be part of a mailing list with the email address listname@redwood.humboldt.edu, you are now a member of a Google Group called listname.

If you find yourself emailing a list and the email fails, this means you've found a list that fell through the conversion cracks. Contact the Help Desk via the support webform or (707) 826-HELP (4357) for assistance.

Benefits of Google Groups include:

• Group members can edit their own subscription settings
• Groups will show up in the Global Address List, making it easier for you to find
• Group owners can easily add, view, and remove members from their Google Apps account
• All emails sent to the group are archived and can be viewed from the Groups page
• Documents can easily be shared with groups

Creating Google Groups

With Google Groups, you can create and manage your own mailing lists right from the Google Apps screen. You will need to think carefully about the appropriate settings for each group you create, so you have control over who can post, who can join, etc. Follow the guidelines in Creating Google Groups to make sure your groups will work the way you want them to.