ListServ Request

What Is It?

IT manages a total of six (6) Listserv email distribution lists and updates the subscriber groups daily. Sending an email to any of these lists distributes that message to everyone on the list. You can send to these lists if you are authorized to do so. 
Learn more at the Listserv Training guide.

  1. UTRGVStudent (Graduate/Undergraduate)
  2. UTRGVFaculty
  3. UTRGVStaff
  • Exempt Employees
  • Retirees (Former Employees)
  • Vaqueros

Who Is Eligible to Use It?

Faculty, Staff

Steps to Request

  1. Select the blue Request Service button on this page.
  2. Title: Provide a descriptive title for your ListServ.
  3. Email of Requestor: Enter the email address of the person making this request.
  4. Contact #: Specify a contact number for any follow-up communication.
  5. Requested List Name: Choose a name for your ListServ (maximum 15 characters).
  6. List Title: Briefly describe the purpose or topic of the list. Business Purpose/Justification: Explain why you’re creating this ListServ (e.g., project updates, team collaboration, etc.).
  7. Primary Owner’s Email: Enter the email address of the primary owner who will manage the list.
  8. Secondary Owner’s Email: Optionally, provide the email address of a secondary owner.
  9. List Type: Announcements Only: For one-way communication (e.g., newsletters).
  10. Un-moderated Discussion: Allows members to post freely.
  11. Moderated Discussion: Requires approval before messages are sent.
  12. Membership Options: Open: Anyone can join.
  13. By the Owner: Subscribers request membership, and the owner adds them.
  14. Closed: No subscriptions allowed; only the owner can add members.
  15. Full Details: Clearly outline the specifics of the request. Include relevant information such as dates, quantities, and any other relevant context.

Service availability and how to get support

Call 956-665-2020, selecting option 5, then 1.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:45 PM.

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