Title: Introduce Yourself to Your Classmates
Course: AAAP 406 (Fall 2020; 10440) Special Problems > Section: START HERE: Welcome to [Course Title Here]

Introduce Yourself

It's easier to feel confident asking questions and participating in class discussions if you feel like you know the instructor and other students in the class and that you are part of a supportive community. In a course like this, where we won't get to meet each other in person, we have to work extra hard to get to know each other. This discussion is meant to help us get started with that process.

1. Click in the "Reply" box below.
2. Think a bit about what you would like people to know about you, then include that information in a discussion post. Write in essay form (about 250 words).  You could, for example, tell us your hobbies or other activities you are using to keep your life balanced these days; something interesting you have done lately; your favorite food; or a funny story about your pet. In addition to posting your written reply, you can also include a video, audio file, or a picture. Be creative!
3. Click "Post Reply."
4. Read and/or respond to the posts your classmates have created.

Upload a Photo or Avatar

You will be using Canvas to interact with the other students in the class.  It's easier to recognize and remember people if there is a face or other image to go with your name.  You can upload a profile picture which will appear next to your name in this Discussion board post. These instructions guide you through the process of uploading a profile picture.

1. Click Account in the green menu at left, then Profile.
2. Click on the circular image area, and upload your desired photo.  It can be an actual photo of you or any other (appropriate for school!) image you'd like to use.
3. Crop the image as desired and then click Save.
4. (Optional) Add any other information you want to include in your biography.  Note that this information will be visible to your professors, GEs, and other students in all your courses.