We are aware of a data breach affecting Instructure, the company that owns and operates Canvas, our coursework management platform. This is a nationwide incident impacting institutions across the country, and the School of Professional Studies is among those affected.
We are actively working with Instructure and the appropriate authorities to investigate the breach, protect our community's data, and restore full service as quickly as possible.
This page will be updated as new information becomes available.
Updates
| Time | Actions Taken |
|---|---|
| May 8 8:00 a.m. ET | Instructure has restored access to Canvas/CourseWorks for most institutions. Columbia University Information Technology (CUIT) is currently assessing the security and stability of the platform before restoring access for Columbia users. CUIT will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide additional updates as more information becomes available. |
| May 7 7:00 p.m. ET | SPS Executive Staff were convened to assess impact, align on communications, and coordinate resources for the community. |
| May 7 6:50 p.m. ET | SPS Program Directors were contacted and informed of the incident and next steps. |
| May 7 6:00 p.m. ET | University Deans were convened to be briefed on the breach and coordinate institutional response. |
Resources
CUIT Updates
View the latest updates from CUIT.
Instructure Updates
Follow Instructure's official communications for technical updates on the breach and platform status.
Public Affairs
Official statements and media inquiries should be directed to the Office of Public Affairs.
Who to Contact
Students
Contact Your Academic Advisor
Your advisor is your primary point of contact for any questions or concerns related to this incident.
Faculty
Contact Your Program Director
Faculty members with questions or concerns should reach out directly to their Program Director.
