May 2026 Security Incident
Canvas is currently unavailable university-wide. This is a nationwide issue. Users should not attempt to engage with or respond within the Canvas system until further notice. Stan State teams are actively monitoring the situation and working with the vendor toward resolution. Additional updates and communications will be shared as more information becomes available.
Faculty
Communication with Students
- Post updates via university-supported tools (e.g., myStanState email roster).
Clearly communicate:
- Expectations during the outage
- Temporary submission methods (email, MS Teams if available)
- Revised deadlines (if needed) once Canvas is up with Assign-to
Assessments (Quizzes/Exams)
Faculty should:
- Save submissions in organized folders locally or in OneDrive
- Acknowledge receipt (especially for high-stakes assignments)
Options during outage:
- Delay assessments until Canvas is restored
Grading & Recordkeeping
Track grades offline using:
- Excel Sheets
Maintain clear records of:
- Submission timestamps
- Grades and feedback
- Upload grades to Canvas once service is restored
After Canvas is Restored
- Upload all collected assignments for recordkeeping (submit on behalf of the student).
- Upload grades (import grades into Canvas) and feedback into Canvas
Use “Assign-To” settings to:
- Extend deadlines for individual students
- Reopen quizzes/assignments if needed
Communicate clearly with students about any updates or changes.
Students
Student Assignment Submission
- Students submit work via email or MS Teams directly to instructor (include course ID + assignment name in subject line).
Updated: May 08, 2026