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Messaging your Instructor from inside of Canvas

  1. Visit and log-in to Canvas: https://davidsondavie.instructure.com/

  2. Select Inbox on the Global Navigation bar on the left of your screen.

  3. Select the icon with a pencil at the top and towards the right of your screen.

  4. Select your course.

  5. Type your instructor's name in the box labeled "To"

  6. Type your Subject in subject line and write the body of your email content. See more Tips for writing a good email below. 

  7. Add attachments - If applicable, attach any relevant files or documents.

  8. Select ‘Send’



Send an email using Gmail

  1. Access Davidson-Davie Gmail at http://mail.davidsondavie.edu/

  2. Log in

  3. Then click the ‘Compose’ button to start a new email.

  4. Enter your instructor’s email address in the “To” field. 

  5. Write a well-crafted subject/title in the subject line and write your email in the space provided below the subject line. See more Tips for writing a good email below. 

  6. Attachments - If applicable, attach any relevant files or documents. 

  7. Double-check the recipient’s email address, subject line, and message content to ensure accuracy.

  8. Select ‘Send’ 

Note - If you have contacted your instructor before, you may select “To”. Your contacts will be displayed and you can choose the instructor's email from the list.



Tips for writing a good email

Every email should include…

  1. Subject/Title: Be specific. Include your course full section ID (e.g., Assignment Inquiry for BUS-153-1WA), your name, and the purpose of your email 

  2. Greeting/Salutation: Start with a proper greeting (e.g., Dear Professor [Last Name]). 

  3. Body: Clearly state the reason for your email, be concise but provide enough detail. Include relevant information like the course name, assignment details, and any questions you have. 

  4. Closing: End your email with a polite sign-off (e.g., Thank you, Regards) and your full name.


An example of an email

To: [Professor Smith's email address]

Subject: ACA-122-1WA Emily Towne Week 2 Assignment

Email:

Dear Professor Smith,


I hope you are doing well. I am reaching out to you about our assignment for this week labelled Week 2- Exploring Your Higher Education Pathway. I had a question regarding the prompt that asks for he key admission requirements for the institutions I am considering. Is there a specific department I need to contact at the schools to find this information?


Thank you in advance for your help.


Thank you,

Emily Towne