Highline Apps
Below are links to information, guides, and tutorials on some of Highline's most commonly used applications and platforms. In order to be successful in your courses, you will need to be comfortable with each of these.
Click on a link to see more information, and remember that you can always connect with a tech tutor if you have any questions or need help!
Canvas
Canvas is the online learning platform that is utilized by nearly every class at Highline College.
Want more information on Canvas? Check out the Student Canvas Orientation, a short course on Canvas that covers the most important features.
ctcLink
ctcLink is a platform used by colleges across the state of Washington, where students go to manage the "business" side of their education - register for classes, pay tuition/fees, update personal information, etc.
Want more information on ctcLink? Check out these text and video tutorials on using ctcLink.
Google Drive
Your Highline student account also includes access to Google Drive. Google Drive is an online storage platform which allows you to access and share your documents from any device.
Want more information on Google Drive? Check out a collection of tutorials on using Google Drive.
Google Docs
In addition to Google Email and Google Drive, you Highline account gives access to Google Docs. Google Docs in an online word processor (like Microsoft Word) that automatically saves to your Google Drive, where you can then download or share it.
Want more information on Google Docs? Check out a short slide presentation on using Google Docs.
Highline Email
Highline's student email system is powered by Google. By default, your student email is used as your primary email address for communication from Highline - make sure to check it regularly!
Want more information on Highline Email? Check out this guide on using your Highline email.
Microsoft Office
Highline College encourages students to use the free Google apps you have access to with your Highline account. However, all students also have access to Microsoft Office - including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
Want more information on Microsoft Office? Check out these instructions on how to download Microsoft Office or access Microsoft Office on the web.
MyHighline
Your myHighline username (sometimes also called your "Highline username" or "Canvas username") will be used to access everything from Canvas to Google to Zoom.
Want more information on myHighline? Check out this guide on activating and using your myHighline account.
Okta
Highline uses Okta for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) as extra security for student accounts. Many applications will require you to login through Okta in order to access them. Students can also access many apps and services by logging directly in to their Okta dashboard.
Want more information on Okta? Check out this guide on setting up and using Okta.
Watermark
Watermark Student Success and Engagement (formerly known as Aviso) is how students can interact with staff and faculty for advising, planning courses schedules, and other services such as financial aid.
Want more information on Aviso/Watermark? Check out these guides on how to use Watermark.
Zoom
Zoom is a video conferencing application frequently used for online class meetings/lectures as well as instructor office hours. Highline students can login to Zoom using your myHighline account through Single Sign-On (SSO).
Want more information on Zoom? Check out these instructions for accessing and using Zoom.
