Webcam loans now available to UB faculty

A student engages with a UB staff member remotely via a laptop.

Published September 1, 2020

Need a webcam for remote teaching? Now UB faculty can borrow a webcam for the duration of the semester to assist in remote teaching.

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To reserve a webcam for the semester, visit the UB Libraries’ Equipment Loans site.

Faculty: reserve a webcam for the semester

I teach in a UB classroom. Do I need a webcam?

Most UB classrooms now feature built-in Panopto technology for recording and livestreaming, accessible from the teaching station. You can also host virtual guests using Zoom or Webex in most classrooms.

Check the UB Space Request System to see whether your room includes the technology needed for recording, livestreaming and conferencing.

Learn more about finding and using technology in UB classrooms

Help with flexible teaching

Loaning webcams to faculty is just one way UB has improved its support for flexible teaching in 2020. Visit the UB Teach Anywhere page for resources from all over campus, from selecting a course delivery method to reviewing technology tools and getting help from your department.

For help with classroom technology, contact the UBIT Help Center at 716-645-3542 (press ‘2’ for rapid classroom support) or visit buffalo.edu/ubit/help.