Webex Video Conferencing
Instructors and staff can host web conferences, online lectures, and virtual office hours in real time using Webex by Cisco.
Features
- Schedule, host, and attend video meetings
- Share screen, content, and desktop applications
- Write on online whiteboards, make annotations, and poll attendees
- Integrate with WebCampus, Google Calendar, and other applications
- Record meetings and share with those who could not attend
- Join from mobile devices or email invitation
Webex for Instructors
Instructors should use WebCampus to schedule and host Webex sessions for their classes. Graduate assistants and instructors can manage preferences, recordings, and other options using their Webex account.
Logging In
Schedule Meetings
Virtual Meetings
Webex for Staff
Staff can use their Google Calendar or their Webex account to schedule and host meetings.
Ways to Use Webex
Host webinars, meet online, or teach or train virtually through one of these modules. Capacity for each is limited to 1,000 participants. The comparison chart may help you choose the best module for you.
Webex Meetings
Interactive sessions
(collaboration and discussion)
Synchronous class w/breakout sessions
Virtual Office Hours
Team meetings
Webex Events
Large events
(moderated and controlled settings)
Webinars
Panel discussions
Department meetings
Webex for Students
Students can join a Webex session or schedule a virtual appointment with an instructor using WebCampus or the link in an email invitation. They are unable to host Webex meetings.
Access, Join, and Attend
Schedule Appointment
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a notification that said my account is not authorized when I tried to log into Webex to schedule my class sessions. What do I need to do?
Graduate students must use their Webex account to schedule and host virtual sessions. Users must have an active employment status and a UNLVMail email (@unlv.edu) to be eligible for Webex host account. If you need assistance, please contact the IT Help Desk.
How do I schedule and host a Webex meeting?
The setup guide goes over the basics of scheduling and hosting events, setting preferences, and accessing downloads from your Webex account. You can learn how to schedule meetings in WebCampus (instructors) or in your Google Calendar (staff) as well.
How do you record a Webex session?
Click the record button on your meeting window. You can choose to record in the cloud or record to your computer. View the recording and storing guide to decide which option is best for you.
I am a student and do not know how to access Webex for class.
Depending how your instructor set up the meeting, you can join from the email invitation or in WebCampus. Watch the video or review the attendee guide to learn how to access a Webex event.