How to post a message to a List

Once you are subscribed to a LISTSERV list, you can post messages in one of two ways:

  • Using the web interface
  • Sending an email to the list address

Post via the web interface

  1. Go to the UGA LISTSERV home page: (http://listserv.uga.edu)
  2. Click Log In and sign in using your listserv email address and password
  3. If you do not see your list:
    • Select List Dashboard under List Management
  4. Select the list you want to post to
  5. Click the Hamburger menu icon (☰) on the right side of the screen
  6. Select Post New Message.

Screenshot of LISTSERV page to post new message.

Compose Your Message

The Send Message page will appear.

 

  • (Optional) Click Show Advanced on the right side for more options
  • HTML (for formatted messages)
    • If using HTML, you can select HTML Editor for additional formatting options
  • Choose your message format:
    • Plain Text (default)

 

Screenshot of LISTSERV message composition window

 

Screenshot of LISTSERV message composition window without advanced functions

Send Your Message

Scroll to the bottom and choose one of the following:

  • Send Copy of Message to Self
  • Save Draft
  • Send Message

Screenshot of LISTSERV message composition window with Send circled

Select Send Message to post.

Note: If the list is moderated, your message will be reviewed by a list owner or editor before it is approved and distributed.

Post via email

  1. Open your email client (Outlook, Gmail, etc.)
  2. Create a new email message
  3. In the To field, enter the list address
    • Example: listname@listserv.uga.edu
  4. Enter a subject line
  5. Write your message in the email body
  6. Click Send