Sending and Receiving Messages in Canvas

In Canvas all private messages are connected to your WSU email address. When you click on your inbox in upper right help menu you will see all of your private messages from your instructor and any students who have messaged you through Canvas. Canvas calls these messages Conversations.

On your profile you can specify other ways of contact that can include other email addresses or mobile numbers. In your notifications area of your profile you can specify other email addresses or mobile numbers to receive messages from Canvas. It is recommended to adjust the notifications to your desired preferences before any classes start so you will be receiving messages when and where you want to them to appear.

All of the messages you receive will appear in the Inbox in Canvas. You will also receive a notification of messages to any email or mobile numbers you added and setup in your notification preferences. Review the numbered items below.

Inbox Tips

Below are some helpful tips.

Configure your notifications for contact methods and delivery to your desired preferences. This will ensure that you never miss an important message.
If you choose to have messages sent to an email address, you can respond to the message directly in your email.
Inbox messages can be viewed in the mobile app.

Viewing Messages

Creating and Sending Messages