As posted on the main university website devoted to COVID-19 updates, the university supports the online meeting resources listed below. These resources can keep faculty and staff members connected. Please refer to the main university page for a wealth of information and resources.
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Use Microsoft Teams for group chats, or to deploy meetings including audio and video conferencing.
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A variety of tools are available through Office 365. The cloud-based technology allows employees to access information on any kind of device. Note that some tools may require requests for access.
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Blackboard Collaborate is a free service to all university staff and executives that provides web-based conferencing and teleconferencing, much like Skype for Business, Zoom, or WebEx. It is a great tool supporting remote work, and virtual meetings. This platform is preferred for pedagogical purposes.