How to Create a Group Email (Mailing List) in IIUM Gmail (Google Workspace)

Since IIUM uses Google Workspace for Education, staff and students can create email groups (mailing lists) for easier communication. Here’s how:

For Students & Non-Admin Staff (Using Google Groups)

If you don’t have admin access, you can create an unofficial Google Group:

  1. Go to Google Groups.

  2. Click "Create Group".

  3. Fill in:

    • Group name (e.g., "MyClass2024").

    • Group email (will end with @googlegroups.com).

    • Set privacy:

      • Who can join/view/post (choose "Private" for restricted access).

  4. Add Members:

    • Manually enter IIUM emails (@iium.edu.my or @student.iium.edu.my).

  5. Click "Create" → Members will get an invitation.

⚠️ Limitations:

  • @googlegroups.com addresses are not official IIUM emails.

  • Some IIUM systems may block external groups.


How to Use the Group Email

  • To send an email: Just address it to:

    • Official IIUM groupgroup-name@iium.edu.my

    • Google Groupgroup-name@googlegroups.com

  • Manage members: Edit via Google Admin Console (staff) or Google Groups (students).


Need Help?

  • IIUM IT Help Desk:

  • Walk-in Support: ITD Building, Gombak Campus

Note: Official IIUM groups must comply with university policies. Misuse may result in termination. 🚀

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