About COMM:1305

53 How to use canvas (ICON)

Most of this course will be run through the main ICON page for Comm 1305, so check there for assignments, links, etc. The following is a brief overview and some logistical information.

Canvas for Students at UI

Getting Started

  1. Be sure to have your UI HawkID and password available. If you do not, please visit ITS HawkID Tools for assistance (hawkid.uiowa.edu).
  2. Login to Canvas with your UI HawkID and password and look for your course for this semester.

Basic Troubleshooting (if Canvas is not working)

  • Username/Password not working?
    • The login information (username and password) for Canvas is the same as for your UI email account.
    • For help with Username and Password, please visit ITS HawkID Tools or contact the ITS Help Desk at 319-384-4357 or its-helpdesk@uiowa.edu.
  • If you get an error message, check for Browser and Java Issues on your computer.
  • If you are unable to access course content or activities (e.g., Tests, Discussions, Assignments, etc.), contact your instructor.

Check general Technology Support for Students

-Most of our course will operate out of the AAA site.

-The ICON site for your discussion section will contain information relevant to your discussion section only.