There are some key elements to update prior to your course starting:
To change your Time Zone and Pronouns, click Account in the Global Navigation Menu (left) and then click Settings.
Walden University's default time zone is CST (Central Standard Time). Assignments are due at 10:59 pm CST on the date of the assignment deadline. In Canvas, you can update your time zone to the one that you are currently in by using the dropdown menu on this page.
Walden University embraces inclusive teaching and learning practices. Part of this is students and faculty having the choice to indicate their pronouns. In Canvas, you can set your pronouns by using the dropdown menu on this page.
Updating your Profile and adding a picture helps to build connections in a virtual world. Your picture will be displayed next to your discussion posts and other interactions in the classroom.
To edit your profile, click Account on the Global Navigation Menu, then click Profile.
Edit your information as needed.