The online portion of the course uses Canvas, an online learning management system. If you are enrolled in the Washington State Naturalist program, you can launch your Canvas page from here. Below you’ll find technical support resources to help with questions that may arise during the course.
If you are accepted into the program, the email confirmation after you have registered comes from Profed@wsu.edu. This e-mail will have information on how to initially log-in to Canvas.
Links to Access Canvas
If using a @wsu.edu email address
If using a non-WSU email address
Need Help?
Please do not contact course instructors for technical help beyond an initial request for guidance. You can complete a Jira help ticket online and explore other resources at the Crimson Service Desk or send an email to noncredit@wsu.edu.
Canvas tips
- Make sure your computer meets the minimum technical requirements.
- It is not advised to take the course with a smartphone.
- New to Canvas? Visit the Canvas Student Guide.
- Review the Tips for Success tab on this page.
- To increase the font size of Canvas use the zoom feature within your web browser. Most web browsers support using Ctrl + (Windows) or Cmd + (Macs) to increase the font size. Alternatively, you may follow the instructions specific to your web browser, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, and Microsoft Edge.
Explore the course space:
- Read the Syllabus thoroughly.
- Select the Help icon on the left-hand side to view support resources from Canvas.
- Access the course space early and often.
- Manage your time: Create a detailed timeline or outline of all required activities to make sure that deadlines are met.
- Be proactive. Get started on assignments early. You never know when life might get in the way, including technology problems.
Communicate: Use Discussions to communicate with your instructor and fellow classmates.
Contact Information for Non-Credit
noncredit@wsu.edu or 509-335-5157
Please do not contact course instructors for technical help beyond an initial request for guidance. You can complete a Jira help ticket online and explore other resources at the Crimson Service Desk or send an email to noncredit@wsu.edu.