Contact MUW ITS
Having trouble accessing WConnect, your MyApps email, or Canvas?
Contact MUW's IT Support at https://www.muw.edu/its/
For more detailed guides on troubleshooting issues, please go to:
https://www.muw.edu/online/student/
How do I log into Canvas?
MUW Canvas Access via My Campus Portal (first time user) instructions
MUW Canvas Access via My Campus Portal (not first time user) instructions
What is my MUW E-mail address?
MUW MyApps
Where can I find my MUW ID and MUW Net ID?
"Look Up MUW ID and MUW Net ID" instructions
Is it true that I can get Office 365 for free?
Yes. Once you log into the portal, you should have access to Office 365 by simply selecting the Office 365 icon.
You can either use it in the cloud or download up to 5 copies on your devices.
Is there a way to preview Canvas?
Yes. All students are encouraged to take the Canvas Student Tour. The Canvas Student Tour
is a self-paced course that contains a series of short videos designed to help students learn how
to use Canvas.
What if I have problems with my course?
It is very important that you read over your syllabus at the beginning of the course and familiarize yourself with the course expectations. If you have any questions concerning your online or hybrid course, the first point of contact should always be your instructor.
At Mississippi University for Women, Canvas student support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. Please be mindful that students will not have access to courses until the first day of class. The date for the first day of class is located on the official academic calendar. Courses that are added or dropped are not immediately reflected in Canvas. Please check Canvas throughout the day to make sure that is has been processed. If it still does not appear, please contact ITS at 662-329-7282.
What are the basic computer specifications for Canvas?
Basic Computer Specifications for Canvas?
What are the basic computer specifications for Canvas?
Canvas Supported Browsers
Is there a recommended browser?
Yes. It is highly recommended that you use the latest version of Firefox while using Canvas.
Are there any Canvas student guides available?
Yes. Here is a list of a few of the Canvas student guides that are available.
New Canvas UI (MUW specific)
Using the Canvas Landing Page (coming soon)
Access to Canvas via My Campus Portal (First Time User)
Access to Canvas via My Campus Portal (Not for First Time Users)
Locating Profile, Settings, Notifications, Files, and ePortfolios
Locating the Canvas Logout Button
Locating the Help Link
Most Relevant Videos for First Time Users
Canvas Overview
Canvas Student Tour
User Settings and Profile Picture
Notification Preferences
How to View Assignments
How to Submit Assignments
Quizzes
How to Check Grades
Notification Preferences
Under Notification Preferences, avoid completely turning off notifications when possible. Turning off notifications or setting weekly notifications for frequent assignments can result in missed assignments.
Are there any other services available for online students?
Yes, the Online Student Services page will give you an entire list of services that are available to online students.