This presentation is designed to be an interactive exploration of the rationale and various approaches undertaken by a campus in an attempt to move toward the adoption of a student portal. The presentation is targeted at attendees interested in developing strategies that can lead to using Luminis as the institution's primary student communication tool. The presenter(s) will focus on effective tactics that can help interested campus constituents recognize the advantages, efficiencies and ease associated with implementing Luminis. Special attention will be devoted to discussing the functional activities and implementation timelines utilized with the express purpose of generating campus support for the strategic utilization of the Luminis student portal.