Student Resources
Have a question? Here is a list of student resources to help you navigate the program tools. We will continue to update this list periodically, so please check back often for information and additional support services.
Helpful information for getting around UC:
The University of Cincinnati uses a secure Central Login Service for students, faculty, and staff to access essential online services and tools. This includes accessing courses through Canvas; accessing your UC email account, online library resources, and more — all using the same Username and Password.
Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds a second layer of security to your online accounts. Verifying your identity using a second factor (like your phone or other mobile device) prevents anyone but you from logging in, even if they know your password. The University of Cincinnati utilizes Duo Security for two-factor authentication. Learn how Duo works and to set up your device.
Canvas is UC’s learning management system. Keep up with course announcements, track due dates with the calendar, check your grades, review instructor feedback and communicate directly with teachers and classmates. UC created a Canvas 101 for Students course site which walks you through Getting Started, User Preferences, Participating in the Course, Getting Help. See also UC's Knowledge Base for Canvas help articles.
Online learning offers flexibility and convenience to study any time and any place. However, just like a face-to-face course, it requires strong time-management, regular interaction with fellow students and instructors, and commitment and dedication to learning. UC's Keys to Success pages include topics that will guide you through the differences in an online classroom environment and help you become a successful online learner.
UC's Canopy, is your personal page to connect with all the information and services you have as a student at UC. From your homepage, you have easy access to tools like your student email, Microsoft Word, parking information, shuttle bus schedule, your course schedule and more.
At UC, we are committed to providing full and equal access to students, employees, and visitors with disabilities. The University is actively engaged in improving the accessibility of our community, in the classroom, in the workplace, on-campus and online. You can learn more about UC and accessibility by visiting the Accessibility Resources website.
Whether onsite or online, we continue to connect students, faculty, researchers and scholars to dynamic data, information and resources. With your UC central login, you can access UC Libraries online.
If you have any questions, please reach out to ucaspire@uc.edu