D2L Brightspace
Welcome to Brightspace!
When you log in to Brightspace for the first time, your account will be automatically created, and you will be assigned the Learner role. To begin exploring the platform, click Brightspace Help in the top navigation bar, then select Discover to enroll in the Build Your Course walkthrough. Additional resources will be available soon.
FAQ
When will my college or school be moved to Brightspace?
Please visit the that was announced on April 29, 2026.
When will live Brightspace training be available?
A fall schedule of Brightspace training opportunities for instructors and students is available now. View the for details.
Can I request private Brightspace training for my academic unit or student group?
Yes. To request Brightspace training for your department or program, please complete the .
Will I have courses in both Sakai and Brightspace?
Possibly. The School of Communication (SOC) and the School of Continuing & Professional Studies (SCPS) have been selected as Brightspace early adopters for Fall 2026. As a result, instructors and students who are enrolled in courses across multiple schools—including SOC or SCPS and schools that continue to use Sakai—may need to access both platforms during the transition period.
When will Sakai no longer be accessible to users?
A limited number of Spring 2027 courses will continue to be taught in Sakai. In addition, non-credit project sites may remain active in Sakai through May 2027. The system is scheduled to be decommissioned in June 2027, after which Sakai will no longer be accessible to users.
Will I have to build courses from scratch?
No. Building your courses from scratch is optional. Completed courses from the past two years for SOC and SCPS early adopter instructors will be migrated from Sakai to Brightspace in July 2026. Completed courses for all other instructors will be migrated by mid-Fall 2026.
As with Sakai, Brightspace allows you to copy content from a previous course into a new course site. However, you should plan to review your migrated content carefully, including formatting, organization, links, and activities, and make any necessary adjustments before teaching your course.
How do I access a sandbox course?
Instructors can request a Brightspace sandbox course by . Please allow 24-48 hours for the request to be processed. Once your sandbox course has been created, it will appear under My Courses when you login to Brightspace. The course title will be displayed as [Instructor's First Name] Sandbox. Content created in a sandbox course can then be copied over to an official course site.
Will I still have access to the integrations I used in Sakai (e.g., Zoom, Panopto, VoiceThread, Turnitin)?
Yes. Instructors using Brightspace in Fall 2026 can now access Zoom, Panopto, VoiceThread, and other integrated tools. We’re also excited to announce that Turnitin is now available in Brightspace. You can review the following instructions to get started.
What will happen with Sakai project (or non-credit) sites?
Academic and administrative units and individuals who currently use Sakai project sites may continue to do so throughout the 2026-27 academic year. After June 2027, the future of these sites will depend on how they are being used. Project sites without defined start and end dates, such as those primarily used to store or share resources may be better suited for migration to Microsoft SharePoint. Project sites that function more like traditional courses may transition to Brightspace, while remaining separate from academic course sites to address security and access considerations. Microsoft 365 is also expected to integrate with Brightspace and provide additional options for guest access. More information and guidance will be available in early 2027.
Can I access Brightspace with a mobile app?
Yes, Brightspace has a mobile app called . Please note that this app is designed primarily to support the student experience.
Special Events
We're excited to welcome D2L Brightspace to Loyola's 2026 Information & Technology Showcase as a Gold Sponsor. Representatives from Brightspace will be on campus throughout the event, offering opportunities to learn about new features, explore teaching and learning solutions, and connect directly with the team.
In addition, Brightspace will lead two breakout sessions, giving attendees a deeper look at Brightspace tools, resources, support services, and the latest innovations designed to enhance teaching and learning.
Welcome to Brightspace: Tools, 草莓社区, and Support
Get acquainted with Brightspace and discover the tools available to support teaching and learning. This session will highlight commonly used tools, demonstrate how they can enhance the learning experience, and introduce the Brightspace support resources and partners available to help you get the most from the platform.
Lumi Pro: Your Guide to Working Smarter in Brightspace
Explore how Lumi Pro can help you work more efficiently and support student success—directly within Brightspace. This session will showcase practical ways to use Lumi Pro to create and enhance learning materials, provide meaningful feedback, and support more personalized and engaging learning experiences while keeping educators at the center of the process.
Training
Special Brightspace training sessions for early adopter faculty and students in the School of Communication (SOC) and the School of Continuing & Professional Studies (SCPS) are now complete. Follow-up support resources have been sent to your LUC email address.
The Quinlan School of Business (QSB) will join the early adopter group in November with the start of Winter Quarter 2026. Special Brightspace training sessions are currently being planned, with calendar invitations for faculty and students coming soon.
A fall schedule of Brightspace training opportunities open to the university community is now available. To view upcoming sessions and register, click the View Calendar button below.
Individual Consultations
You may request an individual consultation on designing a course in Brightspace through ITS or the .
Community Guided Training
Visit to register for the Brightspace guided training courses or webinars. Brightspace’s guided training program includes opportunities to attend instructor-guided training webinars and access to self-guided content. This program is recommended for anyone designing, building, teaching, or facilitating courses within the Brightspace platform (and for those who support them).
Video Tutorials
Provost Announcement
Read for additional context about the move to D2L Brightspace.