Where we foster excellence in education that challenges students of every background to develop their intellect, character, and abilities; to assist students in achieving their educational and career goals; and to be responsive to the greater community.
Click the drop-down menus below to find information, videos, and how-to guides for all the things you need to set yourself up for a successful first day.
Your first day might look different for different courses. For example, a traditional, face-to-face class will meet in an IVC classroom on campus at a set time, but an online, asynchronous course will not. Here's a quick list. Remember that you can click the buttons below for more information about these topics.
For more information about where to go, how to log in, or what your courses might be like, use the buttons below.
IVC shares a lot of information online, so it's important that you know where to go and how to log-in to find it.
Both Webstar and Canvas are accessible through our PortalGuard login page. Watch the video below to learn more about how to get logged in and set for success!
Your IVC student email is important! This is where you'll receive information from your instructors, official information from IVC about courses and registration, and information from financial aid about your eligibility and awards. You don't want to miss it! Logging in to your IVC student email is something that should be done regularly. Watch the video below to learn more about logging in to your IVC student email.
For more information about your IVC student email, use the buttons below.
The syllabus is your essential tool for finding assignments, schedules, and course expectations. Think about it like your guide to the class, or even like a contract between you and your instructor. It will include information like what you will learn in the class, what textbooks or materials you will need, course policies like attendance and late work, and even how your grade will be calculated.
You can find the syllabus for every course on the IVC Schedule Site. or in your Canvas course.
Watch the video below to see how you can quickly locate and read the syllabus for
each course you are enrolled in.
For more information on finding the course syllabus, use the buttons below.
The syllabus is your essential tool for finding assignments, schedules, and course expectations. Think about it like your guide to the class, or even like a contract between you and your instructor. It will include information like what you will learn in the class, what textbooks or materials you will need, course policies like attendance and late work, and even how your grade will be calculated. You can find the syllabus for every course on the in your Canvas course
Find the Syllabus in Canvas
The online orientation will provide important details for your academic journey, like what to expect from online learning, how to be successful, and even how to navigate your classes and find your coursework.
Completing the orientation will help you understand crucial information before starting
your courses so that you can start the semester strong.
Click the button below to begin the orientation and set the stage for a successful
academic journey.
Textbook information can be found in the syllabus, on the schedule site, and through the IVC Bookstore.
IVC has lots of resources, programs, and support for students. You can find a list of programs by clicking on IVC Student Resources from the global navigation menu on the left, or using the button below.