Zoom Video Conferencing

Zoom is a secure, cloud-based video conferencing platform that supports high-quality virtual communication. Whether you're teaching, collaborating, interviewing, or presenting, Zoom makes it easy to connect and interact in real-time anytime, anywhere.

Key Features

• HD Video & Audio – Crystal-clear communication across desktop and mobile devices.

• Online Meetings – Easy setup and participation for classes, teams, and remote clients.

• Screen Sharing – Share applications, files, or your entire screen with participants.

• Breakout Rooms – Split large groups into smaller sessions for focused collaboration.

• Whiteboarding – Use an interactive whiteboard for brainstorming and teaching.

• Annotation Tools – Mark up shared screens collaboratively in real time.

• Virtual Classrooms – Manage remote learning environments with education-focused features.

• Webinars – Host large-scale presentations with Q&A, polls, and more.

• Phone Bridge – Let participants join by phone when internet access is limited.

• Instant Messaging – Communicate quickly through integrated chat tools.

• Virtual Backgrounds – Personalize your video environment with custom images.

Zoom is available to:

• Faculty and Staff – Host and schedule meetings, classes, or interviews.

• Currently Enrolled Students – Initiate study sessions, group meetings, and presentations.

• External Participants – Join UHD-hosted meetings from anywhere; no UHD account required.

This makes Zoom a flexible solution for both internal and global collaboration.

To get started with Zoom:

1. Download the Zoom Client
   Access the UHD Zoom Portal to download and install Zoom on your computer, tablet, or mobile device.

2. Log In with SSO
   After installation, open the Zoom app and select "Sign in with SSO."

   • Enter "uhd" as the company domain.

   • Use your UHD credentials to log in.

Faculty and staff can enhance their Zoom skills by attending training sessions offered by UHD’s Technology Teaching and Learning Center (TTLC).

To view upcoming Zoom workshops, visit the IT Training Calendar for additional sessions and resources.

These sessions cover essential features, best practices, and tips for using Zoom effectively in teaching and collaboration.

How do I sync my O365 calendar with Zoom?

1. We recommend as a first step updating your Zoom client  -  Click your intials in the upper right>check for updates (follow the on-screen instructions)
2. Open the Zoom client and log in with your credentials.
3. Click your Initials in the top-right corner then Profile>My Profile.
4. Scroll to the bottom and locate the Others section
5. Click Configure Calendar and Contacts Service
6. Select Office 365
7. Click Next
8. It should resolve to your email address and add it (Scroll back down and double check)

9. You are all set! Your Zoom client will now have a calendar icon next to your intitilas in the upper right that displays your meetings for the day. 

If you have questions or need further assistance, please email itservicedesk@uhd.edu or submit a request via our Service Portal.

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