Connecting, Collaborating, and Learning—Anywhere

Cheyney University uses multiple virtual meeting tools to support instruction, collaboration, and daily operations. Whether you are attending an online class, hosting a meeting, or collaborating with colleagues and classmates, virtual meeting platforms help keep the campus community connected across locations. This page provides guidance on using University-supported virtual meeting tools and accessing support when needed.

University-Supported Virtual Meeting Platforms

Cheyney University supports the use of Zoom and Microsoft Teams for virtual meetings, online instruction, and collaboration. Both platforms are available to faculty, staff, and students through their Cheyney University accounts.

These tools may be used for:

• Virtual and hybrid classes
• Faculty and staff meetings
• Student organization meetings
• Advising sessions and office hours
• Workshops, trainings, and events

Zoom

Zoom is commonly used for virtual and hybrid instruction, large meetings, and events. It offers features such as breakout rooms, screen sharing, live captions, and recording options, making it well-suited for teaching and interactive sessions.

Users can access Zoom by signing in with their Cheyney University credentials and downloading the desktop or mobile app for the best experience.

Additional Zoom Resources

How to Join a Zoom Meeting

How to Use Meeting Controls

How to Share Your Screen

Recording a Zoom Meeting

 

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams is part of Cheyney’s Microsoft 365 environment and is frequently used for meetings, collaboration, and ongoing communication within departments, classes, and project groups. Teams integrates with Outlook, OneDrive, and other Microsoft tools, allowing users to chat, meet, share files, and collaborate in one space.

Meetings can be scheduled directly through Outlook or within Teams using a Cheyney account.

 

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Virtual Meeting Spaces & Classroom Technology

Cheyney University supports technology-enhanced classrooms and meeting spaces designed for hybrid engagement. Many spaces are equipped to support virtual participants alongside in-person attendees using Zoom or Teams.

If you are scheduled to teach or host a meeting in a technology-enabled space, IT can assist with setup, basic operation, and troubleshooting.

Best Practices for Virtual Meetings

To ensure productive and secure virtual meetings:

• Join meetings early to test audio and video
• Use headphones or a quiet environment when possible
• Mute your microphone when not speaking
• Keep applications and devices up to date
• Use University-approved accounts to host meetings

Meeting hosts should familiarize themselves with features such as participant controls, screen sharing, recording settings, and accessibility tools.

Accessibility & Inclusive Use

Cheyney University is committed to inclusive technology. Both Zoom and Microsoft Teams offer built-in accessibility features, including live captions, screen reader support, keyboard navigation, and adjustable display settings.

If you experience a technology-related accessibility barrier while using virtual meeting tools, contact IT so the issue can be reviewed and addressed.