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What is Canvas?


Canvas is an innovative learning management system (LMS) that offers a user-friendly platform for teaching and learning.

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Built with flexibility and collaboration in mind, Canvas provides faculty with robust tools to design engaging courses, integrate multimedia, and foster meaningful student interactions. Its intuitive user interface makes it easy to manage assignments and assessments, integrate third-party tools, and communicate for in-person, hybrid, or online classes. For course coordinators and school leadership, its advanced analytics and reporting features provide valuable insights into student performance, course engagement, and overall learning trends, enabling data-driven decisions to enhance educational outcomes.

Canvas was selected as Quinnipiac’s next LMS following an extensive evaluation.

Common Questions


Below are some of the questions we commonly receive about Canvas. To view all FAQs, click here →

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Documentation, Guides, Resources


Select an icon below or visit our Canvas home page →

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Contact/Support


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🚨 Known Issues

View the known Canvas issues reported by Quinnipiac faculty, staff, and students and observed in our Canvas environment →

Workshops and Trainings