Several improvements have been made to Canvas for the spring semester, including enhancements to SpeedGrader, the Canvas Mobile Offline Mode and the ability for instructors to submit assignments on behalf of students.
Speedgrader modernization
The modernization of SpeedGrader aims to optimize performance, providing a faster and more seamless experience, particularly for users with large courses. It now loads grades, submissions and data more quickly. The upgrade to backend technology enhances SpeedGrader’s ability to efficiently and reliably manage high-demand tasks.
Canvas Mobile offline mode for student
The new offline mode in the Canvas Mobile app allows students to sync course content for read-only access when there is no internet connection. Students must sync their courses in advance before going offline. This feature is available for Apple and Android devices.
Submit assignments on behalf of students
Instructors can now submit assignments in the Gradebook on behalf of their students. This feature is handy when students send their files via email or messaging instead of through Canvas. Instructors can submit these assignments and use SpeedGrader to grade and provide feedback.
On Feb. 1, Zoom will require all users to upgrade to version 6.0.4 for Windows and version 6.0.2 for Android, iOS, Linux and macOS. You can check your Zoom version in the desktop and mobile app and upgrade to the latest version as soon as possible.
If you attempt to sign in or join a meeting/webinar using an older version of Zoom on or after Feb. 1, you will be prompted to update to the latest minimum version. If you cannot update immediately, you can join the meeting through a web browser as an alternative.
Need help? Call the IT Service Desk at 800-865-6143 or 785-532-7722 or viaLive Chat. For in-person help, visit the IT Service Desk on the second floor of Hale Library.
Zoom has implemented a Software Quarterly Lifecycle Policy, which requires a new minimum version of the software every three months. This policy ensures all users have the necessary privacy and security updates and access to the latest features.
The IT Service Desk will temporarily relocate to the first floor of Hale Library from Monday, Jan. 27, to Friday, Jan. 31. You can find the desk in the alcove to the left of the Sunflower Entrance on the south side of the building, across from Holton Hall.
This temporary relocation is necessary to remodel the IT Service Desk area on the second floor. The Service Desk will return to its original location on the second floor on Saturday, Feb. 1.
You can contact the IT Service Desk at 800-865-6143 or 785-532-7722 or through the Live Chat.
The IT Service Desk will be closed on Monday, Jan. 20, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. It will begin its spring semester schedule on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
Are you looking for self-help?
The IT Knowledge Base is a collection of IT information in a single, easily accessible knowledge base that provides a one-stop-shop for customer self-service.
The IT Website lists IT resources and services available to K-State students, faculty and staff. The site includes cybersecurity tips, the status of services and updates on IT projects.
HRIS, KSIS and DARS will be undergoing maintenance from 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 12. This maintenance is necessary to ensure the systems remain secure and up-to-date. We appreciate your patience as we work to maintain our IT systems.
Instructors can copy their final grades from Canvas to KSIS using the Copy Grades to KSIS tool in the left-hand navigation of each course in Canvas.
The fall 2024 term grades are due by 4 p.m. (if grading in Canvas) Tuesday, Dec. 17, for term courses with final exams given Monday, Dec. 9 – Friday, Dec. 13.
The IT Service Desk will havereduced hoursduring the winter break starting on December 16. The spring semester schedule will begin on January 21, 2025.
You can contact the IT Service Desk at 800-865-6143 or 785-532-7722 or via Live Chat. For face-to-face service, visit the IT Service Desk on the second floor of Hale Library.
Students, you can download all of your assignment submissions from Canvas. This includes submissions from current and concluded courses, but only those files submitted to fulfill an assignment. Please note that instructor-modified submissions, such as annotated files, are not included.
The download will also contain submissions for group assignments, even if another student in your group submitted them. Once the export process is complete, all submissions will be packaged as a ZIP file.
HRIS, KSIS and DARS will be undergoing maintenance from 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8. This maintenance is necessary to ensure the systems remain secure and up-to-date. We appreciate your patience as we work to maintain our IT systems.
On Feb. 1, Zoom will require all users to upgrade to version 6.0.4 for Windows and version 6.0.2 for Android, iOS, Linux and macOS. You can check your 
The IT Service Desk will be closed on Monday, Jan. 20, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. It will begin its 
Instructors can copy their final grades from Canvas to KSIS using the Copy Grades to KSIS tool in the left-hand navigation of each course in Canvas.