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Finding Help in Canvas: Where to Go When You Need It

When you log into Canvas, you’re probably not thinking about student resources. You’re thinking about what’s due, what you missed, and where to start. Most of the time, the goal is just to…

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The LMS Transition: By the Numbers for Students

The university is currently undergoing a massive upgrade to our digital campus. If you’ve noticed your courses shifting from Blackboard to Canvas, you’re seeing the "LMS Transition" in action. This spring semester, over 555 courses are being taught i

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Quivr Brain-Building Contest: Unleash Your Inner Genius

LTS has the ultimate challenge for you: Build A Second Brain with Quivr, the platform that lets you create AI assistants known as “Brains.” Give us your best brain ideas to win a subscription for up to a year!

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Blackboard Assignments for First-Years (Starter Pack Edition)

It’s your first year at UIC, and your professors keep saying things like “submit to Blackboard” and “post to the discussion board.” Submit where? None of it makes sense – until now. Here’s what you need to know.

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Welcome back, UIC Students!

Learning Technology Solutions (LTS) is excited to welcome students back for the new academic year! We hope you’re feeling energized and ready for a journey of knowledge, growth, and achievement.