Canvas is a learning management system (LMS). This LMS helps manage all parts of a course, such as setting due dates, sharing readings and videos, submitting assignments, and producing grades, so that teachers and students can focus on teaching and learning. SSU has partnered with Canvas to support our faculty and students.
How do I log in to Canvas?
Log in to the SSU Online Services Portal using your Seawolf credentials. Locate and select the tile labeled "Canvas".
How do I find my courses on Canvas?
After selecting the Canvas tile in the SSU Online Services Portal, you will be taken to your Canvas Dashboard page. Tiles are displayed here for each of your current SSU courses. Clicking on a tile will take you to the Canvas page for that course.
I can't log in to Canvas. What do I do?
If you're having trouble logging in to the SSU Portal, or if a Canvas tile isn't functioning properly, please contact SSU's IT Helpdesk. They'll help resolve the issue.
Something is wrong with my Canvas course page. What do I do?
Each Canvas course page is designed and maintained by the instructor. If you're experiencing issues with a Canvas course or cannot find class content in a Canvas page, reach out to your instructor directly.
My course isn't listed in my Canvas dashboard. What do I do?
Canvas updates its enrollment every morning at 4AM; if you've just registered for a course, you should expect to see it in Canvas the next morning. If more than 24 hours have passed and the course still isn't visible, contact the IT Helpdesk.
I have a disability and I can't access my course materials on Canvas. What do I do?
Contact SSU's Disability Services for Students (DSS) to discuss your needs. DSS will communicate with your instructor to ensure that your course material is easily accessible. If you prefer not to go through DSS, you can ask your instructor to contact CTET about the Accessible Content Partnership, where CTET team members will remediate course materials to make them accessible for student and instructor needs.
