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Whether you’re applying to UB or have already been accepted, there are many ways to connect with us. Browse our list of on-campus and virtual opportunities to learn about UB and discover why we rank among the top 40 public institutions nationwide. Check back often to see what we’ve added.

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On-Campus Visits and Tours

Join us for an in-person visit and walking tour of North Campus or a South Campus walking tour. Registration is required.

Virtual Information Sessions

Virtual Visit UB sessions for prospective and accepted students share information about the admissions process, steps to enroll, our experiential learning opportunities and what makes UB a top 40 public university.

Students have the opportunity to ask questions during these sessions.

Meet One-on-One with Admissions

Connect with an admissions counselor or enrollment services advisor during a 20-minute one-on-one video or phone appointment. Our admissions counselors and enrollment services advisors can answer questions about the first-year admissions process and general questions about the university. Admissions counselors and enrollment services advisors cannot assist with registering for classes .

To schedule an appointment with a Financial Aid Advisor please call 716-645-8232 .

Virtual Transfer Drop-In Hours

During the virtual drop-in hours, a member of the transfer admissions team will be available to answer your questions regarding the transfer process at the University at Buffalo, New York's flagship.

Transfer Information Sessions

Join members of UB's transfer team to learn about the transfer process and why UB is a top transfer destination in New York. Choose an in-person or virtual session that fits your schedule!

Bulls On-Demand: Presentations, Webinars and More

Browse our list of webinars, events and opportunities for admitted and prospective students. With options to meet every schedule, connecting with UB’s schools and colleges has never been easier. All events are in Eastern Standard Time (EST) unless otherwise noted.

Wednesday, Mar. 27, 2024, 7 p.m.

School of Management Welcome Webinar for Accepted Students

This session is for admitted students to get helpful information about next steps in the enrollment process and to learn more about campus resources.

Register for March 27 School of Management Welcome Webinar .

Architecture Information Sessions for Prospective Undergraduate Students

Are you a high school student who is interested in the School of Architecture and Planning undergraduate program experience? Attend a virtual information session with the school via Webex with Greg Delaney, Director–Recruitment and First-Year Experience.

Sign up for an Architecture information session .

High school, transfer and second bachelor’s degree students are encouraged to attend a 90-minute virtual information session. The session will cover a program overview, the application process and more.

Sign up for a Nursing information session .

Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences

Looking to prepare for a dynamic career in pharmacy practice or pharmaceutical sciences? Join the University at Buffalo School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences for a visit and tour. See our Pharmacy Building and learn more about the application process, admission requirements, academic opportunities, professional experiences and why UB is right for you.

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Looking to connect with us, but can't make it in person? Join the UB School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SPPS) to get an overview of our programs and learn more about how we can help prepare you for a successful career in pharmacy practice or pharmaceutical sciences.

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School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

High school and transfer students are encouraged to attend an in-person information session. A presentation will include information about academic programs, popular experiential learning and academic support options, and admissions information. A student-led tour will allow for interaction with SEAS faculty and view labs in numerous departments.

Sign up for an Engineering and Applied Sciences information session .

School of Management

High school, transfer and veteran students are welcome to email our office with any questions regarding our school. If you are on campus, please stop by 204 Alfiero Center on non-holiday weekdays for a packet of information regarding our programs, which includes a self-guided walking tour of our building.

Email [email protected] for more information and hours of operation!

School of Public Health and Health Professions

Join us for a one-on-one virtual information session where we discuss the undergraduate programs within the School of Public Health and Health Professions (statistics, public health, exercise science, nutrition, occupational therapy and combined degree programs). You can make a 30-minute appointment to get an overview of the program you’re interested in and its requirements, and have the opportunity to ask any questions. These sessions are available the first and last Friday of every month.

Please email Nicolle Barsch for an appointment .

University Honors College

High school students interested in the University at Buffalo’s Honors College are invited to register for a 30-minute Honors College Information Session and Q&A. This information session will cover the admissions process and provide an overview of the Honors College experience and campus life.

Sign up for an Honors information session .

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If you would like to speak to a member of the Hillel staff or connect to a current student, please email Rabbi Sara Rich and she will be happy to connect you.

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Undergraduate tours.

The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) hosts morning information sessions and tours for prospective undergraduates on select dates throughout the year. Each program includes a brief presentation by one of our academic advisors describing available academic programs, popular experiential learning and academic support options, and admissions information. Sessions will begin at 9:00 A.M. and end around 11:30 A.M.

We also encourage you to attend a university-wide UB Admissions tour. If an afternoon tour is offered on the same day as your SEAS tour, you would be able to attend both. You can  find available UB Admissions tour dates and sign up online  or call  1-888-UB-ADMIT  (1-888-822-3648).

Monday Tours

Monday tours will include stops at Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical and Aersopace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Machine Shop, Biomedical Engineering, and Office of Undergraduate Education: Advising.

Friday Tours

Friday tours will include stops at Materials Design and Innovation, Digital Manufacturing Lab/DREAM Space, Office of Undergraduate Education: Advising, Machine Shop, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Civil Engineering.

If you have questions or inquiries about visiting SEAS, please contact Baylee Snodgrass at [email protected] .

Upcoming SEAS Tours

Select an available date from the calendar below, then click on the tour you would like to register for. 

Graduate Visits

To visit one of our departments or meet with faculty, contact the department you're interested in or contact the Office of Graduate Education at [email protected] . 

If you are a faculty or staff member who would like to bring a group of prospective graduate students to campus, let us know!  Contact us  for more information.

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UB Admissions holds university-wide virtual tours and events for prospective students and their families. Use the links below or call  1-888-UB-ADMIT  (1-888-822-3648) to find an available tour date. Virtual visits for transfer students are also available.

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Visit us and learn more about all the exciting opportunities UB and the College of Arts and Sciences have to offer!

Undergraduate Admissions Events

The University at Buffalo organizes several open house events throughout the year. In addition to information regarding the admissions process and UB as a whole, you will also have the opportunity to talk with students, faculty and staff from the College of Arts and Sciences.

On-Campus Visits and Tours

UB is excited to welcome you to North Campus for in-person walking tours. To keep our visitors and campus community safe, check-in and the tour will take place outdoors. The residence halls will not be included as part of our tour. Please visit our Campus Living website for  virtual tour options .

Financial aid advisors will be available to meet with you Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Live Virtual Visit UB Sessions

Live  Virtual Visit UB sessions for prospective students  share information about the admissions process, our experiential learning opportunities and what makes UB a top 40 public university.

Students have the opportunity to ask questions during these live sessions.

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Schedule a visit at the UB School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SPPS) to see our building and get to know us. We can't wait to meet you!

Attend an open house!

Held annually in fall and spring, our School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Open Houses are an opportunity to engage with our programs in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences as well as meet our UB SPPS faculty, staff and current students. Information for our next event to be held in Fall 2024 is forthcoming.

Join us for a virtual information session!

Looking to connect with us, but can’t make it in person? Join us for a virtual information session to get an overview of our programs and learn more about how we can help you succeed. 

Interested in meeting with Undergraduate Admissions as well?

Join undergraduate admissions for an afternoon in-person visit and tour following your UB SPPS visit or connect with them for a virtual information session to learn more about the undergraduate student experience.

Take a virtual tour of our Pharmacy Building

Get a firsthand look at our state-of-the-art educational and interprofessional hub on UB's South Campus.

Take a virtual tour of the University at Buffalo South Campus

Get a glimpse of the campus we reside on, a Western New York landmark situated in a residential neighborhood in North Buffalo. See also  South Campus Self-Guided Walking Tour .

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Our students are excited to talk to you about their experiences in their program and our Admissions Team is here to help you prepare for admission to our school.

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Watch videos to learn about our school. Get to know us, our programs and our students and discover why UB SPPS is the top choice in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences!

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Connect with us to see our latest school and community news!

Contact our Admissions representative from the Office of Student Success and Engagement to learn about our programs, admission requirements, student life and more! 

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Welcome to Abbott Library's virtual tour. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

The oldest library in the University Libraries system with a rich history, the Abbott Library is located in Abbott Hall on the South Campus. For details of the locations of our collections, offices, computer and study areas, view the marvelous floor plans .

The original building constructed in the 1930s housed the Lockwood Memorial Library until 1978 when the library and the name moved to new quarters on the North Campus.

The current entrance is through the addition constructed in 1986 when the renamed Abbott Hall was renovated specifically for Abbott Library.

Our primary clientele include the faculty, staff and students of five of UB's Schools: Medicine and Biomedical Sciences , Dental Medicine , Nursing , Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences , and Public Health and Health Professions , but we also serve the entire UB constituency as well as the Western New York community.

Abbott Library is also a Regional Resource Library through the National Network of Libraries of Medicine , and maintains partnerships with a variety of other local and regional organizations and programs.

The Library is open seven days a week during semester instruction. Hours are posted each semester including any exceptions for holidays and breaks. Hours for the Robert L. Brown History of Medicine Collection are posted separately.

Abbott Library offers a variety of services and access to resources both in the library, through the Abbott Library Web site , and through the Catalog . Our vast electronic resources collection offers thousands of e-journals, e-serials and databases linked from the web page.

Abbott Library teaches workshops which emphasize resource retrieval skills, as well as critical thinking and problem solving. Contact Pamela Rose for more information.

Interlibrary loan and document delivery services are offered through Delivery+ .

Secure wireless connection is available through the building.

Reference staff are on call to remotely assist patrons with library research Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm. 829-5683, Email askHSL or call 716-829-5683. Chat is also available 24/7.

Collections

Abbott Library continues to maintain an impressive print collection in addition to our vast electronic resources. A few current print journals as well as books and media are available to browse on site, or patrons can request a book through Delivery+ from materials stored off-site in our Annex. Faculty may request articles and books delivered directly to their offices via Delivery+ , and students may request pdf articles and books delivered to the UB library of their choice or their home address.

Users interested in historical materials can browse the marvelous array of materials housed within the Robert L. Brown History of Medicine Collection (see Lower Level below).

Lower Level

The lower level houses the Robert L. Brown History of Medicine Collection and one of two quiet study areas.

The History collection includes historical materials in all areas of the health sciences, including dentistry, medicine nursing, pharmacy, & public health, as well as the Edgar R. McGuire Historical Medical Instrument Collection , Historical artifacts from the UB School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Digitized Notebooks, Photographs, and Ephemera of Doctor Homer T. Jackson, M.D. , and Medical Newspaper Clippings, 1901-1906 .

First Floor

The main entrance of the Abbott Library on the South side of Abbott Hall leads to the first floor.

The main floor study area is located behind the main staircase, through the stone columns (which formed the South outside wall of the original building before its renovation in 1986). Patrons affiliated with UB have use of computer workstations set up to provide optimal access to all the University Libraries' resources. The elevator to the right of the entrance gate offers easy access to the lower level, second and third floors.

Second Floor

The second floor contains Abbott Library's magnificent Austin Flint Main Reading Room , designated a silent study area, as well as our collection of printed books. Several computer stations are also located just off the elevator for convenience.

During renovation of Abbott Hall from 1983-85, care was taken to preserve the Reading Room so it currently appears much as it was when first built. The design was modelled from a room in Hatfield House, Hertfordshire, England , built in the first decade of the 17th century for Sir Robert and William Cecil, Earls of Salisbury.

The oak fireplace mantel is hand-carved and modelled after a 15th Century mantel found in Canonbury Tower, London, England.

The woodwork is not signed, but was carved by the Lipsett brothers, immigrants from Germany who worked for the Kittinger Company, a famous Buffalo institution who produced furniture for the White House. The company still practices its craft in the area.

Both chandeliers were salvaged from the John J. Albright's Tudor mansion (also built by E.B. Green), which was under demolition during construction of the original Lockwood building in the 1930s. More details in the History below.

Third Floor

The third floor houses the Architecture & Planning , which offers online and print resources that support the curriculum of the School of Architecture & Planning, as well as computer workstations and a scanner.

Abbott Library's current location is in Abbott Hall on the South Campus of the University at Buffalo. Originally named Lockwood Memorial Library, the building was a gift of Thomas B. Lockwood (1873-1947, a Buffalo attorney), and his wife, Marion Birge Lockwood, in memory of their respective parents, Daniel N. Lockwood and George K. Birge. The building was designed by eminent architect E.B. Green and built at a cost of $500,000. A brief summary of the building's evolution resides on the University Library Archives Web site.

E.B. Green modeled the original elegant building after the Villa Rotunda by the Renaissance architect Palladio. When renovated for Abbott Library in the mid-1980s, great care was taken to preserve the original reading room, which patrons entered after climbing the impressive stairway and passing through the beautiful stone columns.

Green designed the now named Austin Flint Reading Room after a room in Hatfield House, Hertfordshire, England. The room features English oak paneling and a huge fireplace with an intricately carved mantel modelled after a mantel in England's Canonbury Tower. All the wood in the room was carved by the Lipsett brothers, immigrants from Germany who worked for the Kittinger Company, a famous Buffalo furniture manufacturer who constructed furniture for the White House, and still practices in the area.

The twin antique chandeliers were originally constructed in the 1840s and electrified in the 1930s when they were installed here. Green was demolishing the Tudor mansion of John J. Albright (which he also designed) in 1935 during the same time he was overseeing the building of Lockwood. He chose to salvage not only the chandeliers but also the stone balustrade, which still graces the original front of Abbott Hall. A bit more background on Albright with photos of his mansion can be found on the Western New York Heritage Press web site.

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How to prepare for your visit.

• We request that you arrive 15 minutes before your tour and check-in at the Office of Admissions, 12 Capen Hall.
• UB has a large campus, and we look forward to showing you all we have to offer. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the outdoors.

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Fall 2024 events & where we'll be, careereco biomed virtual grad school fair, thursday, september 14 | 10 a.m - 5 p.m., virtual session.

Come chat with us in a Live Virtual Setting. The institutions participating in this virtual fair encourage a diverse group of students, including minority, first-generation, veteran, and disabled students, to participate in the fair.

GEM Annual Board Meeting & Conference - Graduate Resource Fair

Thursday, september 14 - saturday, september 16, philadelphia, pennsylvania.

A prestigious forum for stimulating debate on bold solutions to advance graduate education, the Annual Board Meeting & Conference creates a platform to raise nationwide awareness of its mission, partners, and Fellows. This is the “must attend” event for advocates who want to transform how the United States educates and prepares engineering and science talent for advanced leadership careers, particularly among our nation’s native born, historically underrepresented ethnic groups. Like GEM, our Annual Conference offers innumerable opportunities for all of our partners.

Annual S-STEM Scholars Meeting

Washington, dc.

Join the Annual S-STEM Scholars Meeting to connect with fellow scholars and potential employers, and participate in professional development sessions.

Wednesday, October 11 | 10 a.m - 5 p.m.

The california forum for diversity in graduate education, saturday, october 14, san francisco, california.

The California Forum for Diversity in Graduate Education, planned by a consortium of public and private colleges and universities from throughout California, have been designed particularly to meet the needs of advanced undergraduates and master's candidates who belong to groups that are currently underrepresented in doctoral-level programs. The groups include low-income and first-generation college students and especially African Americans, American Indians, Chicanos/Latinos, Filipinos, Pacific Islanders, Asian American women, and Asian American men in the arts, humanities, and social and behavioral sciences.

SUNY Buffalo State University Graduate & Professional School Fair

Tuesday, october 24 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., campbell student union social hall, suny buffalo state university, fredonia graduate school fair 2023, tuesday, october 24 | 4-6 p.m., williams center multi-purpose room, suny fredonia, suny geneseo grad school fair 2023, wednesday, october 25 | 5:30-7:30 p.m., mcvittie ballroom, suny geneseo, sacnas - national diversity in stem conference, thursday, october 26 - saturday, october 28, portland, oregon.

The largest multidisciplinary and multicultural STEM diversity event in the country, SACNAS' premier conference is a gathering which serves to equip, empower, and energize participants for their academic and professional paths in STEM. Over the course of the event, college-level through professional attendees are immersed in cutting-edge STEM research, professional development sessions, motivational keynote speakers, and the Graduate School & Career Expo Hall, as well as multicultural celebrations and traditions, and an inclusive and welcoming community of peers, mentors, and role models. Simply put, the NDiSTEM Conference is a broadly inclusive space where you are encouraged and empowered to bring your whole self to STEM.

Women in Engineering and Technology Conference (SWE)

Los angeles, california.

WE23, a three-day flagship event by the Society of Women Engineers invites attendees to Live Without Limits while engaging in networking, gaining career insights, and connecting with industry leaders on innovation. Participants can attend interactive workshops on leadership and engineering subjects, cultivating relationships, and empowering women.

Leading Hispanics in STEM (SHPE)

Wednesday, november 1 - sunday, november 5, salt lake city, utah.

The official spiel goes something like this – SHPE National Convention serves as the country’s largest, annual gathering of Hispanic STEM students and professionals. But if you ask any one of our 13,000 members, they’ll just simply say, “It’s the best time of the year!”

Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Scientists

Wednesday, november 15 - saturday, november 18, phoenix, arizona.

For over 20 years, the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Scientists (ABRCMS) has been the go-to conference for historically excluded community college, undergraduate, and postbaccalaureate students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. As ABRCMS has continued to grow and evolve, it has also become a space for graduate students, postdocs, faculty, program administrators, and more.

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Harvard Yard is no longer restricted access to HUID holders only. Enhanced security measures will remain in place for the foreseeable future. The safety and security of the Harvard community is a top priority, and we will continue to evaluate the overall situation and adjust our measures accordingly.

Harvard Visitor Center tours

All tours are 45 to 60 minutes long. Registration is required in advance for both in-person and virtual tours. Weekly tour registration will be available every Friday. You can download the Visit Harvard mobile app on iOS and Android devices. During business hours you may purchase a Self-Guided Tour Map for $3 available in multiple languages.

For information about Harvard College Admissions tours for prospective students, visit their website .

Official Historical Tour of Harvard

The free, student-led public walking tour through Harvard Yard provides a history of the University, general information, and a unique view on the students’ individual experience. 

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Visit Harvard mobile app

Explore Harvard with our free mobile app, featuring a collection of self-guided walking tours. Whichever tour you decide to embark on, you’ll be sure to learn something new.

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Historical Tour of Harvard

Learn the history behind well-known spots across Harvard’s campus! Each stop highlights iconic buildings, traditions, alumni, and much more.

Harvard Public Art & Culture Tour: Allston

Explore vibrant public art in Allston! You’ll encounter can’t-miss installations along Western Avenue and learn the stories behind them and their artists.

Harvard Public Art & Culture Tour: Cambridge

Discover a new side to our campus through an art-filled adventure! Explore outdoor art, famous architecture, renowned cultural institutions, and more.

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From nature walks to art galleries, these tour offerings include virtual options, in-person experiences, student and staff-led excursions, and more.

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Harvard and the Legacy of Slavery

The Harvard and the Legacy of Slavery Walking Tour Experience explores Harvard University’s entanglements with the institution of slavery through a 10-stop tour around Harvard’s campus.

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Harvard and the Legacy of Slavery Options: mobile

Harvard Art Museums: Student Guided Tours Options: in-person, student-led

Harvard Art Museums: Gallery Tours Options: in-person, self-guided, staff-led

Harvard Forest Field Trips & Tours Options: virtual, in-person, staff-led, self-guided

Arnold Arboretum: All Tours Options: in-person, virtual, staff-led, self-guided

Museums and libraries

Peabody Museum: All Tours Options: in-person, virtual, self-guided, staff-led

Houghton & Widener In-Person Tours Options: in-person, staff-led

Widener 360-Degree Virtual Tour Options: virtual, self-guided

Houghton Library Virtual Tour Options: virtual

Harvard Museums of Science & Culture: Virtual Tours Options: virtual, self-guided

Frequently asked questions

General tour information.

The Harvard University Visitor Center offers several different types of tours. For our in person tour offerings on campus, we provide the Official Historical Tour of Harvard. All tours are provided to the public for free and to private groups for a fee. Our tours typically run 45-60 minutes.

To view the schedule and register for our free public tours (virtual and in person), please visit our Eventbrite page . To request a virtual or in person private tour, visit this link .

We also offer a free self-guided historical tour through the Visit Harvard mobile app, which you can download on iOS and Android devices. You can take this self-guided tour on campus or from the comfort of your own home.

Information about free in-person tours

The in person Historical Tour of Harvard explores Harvard Yard. Tours depart from the Visitor Center which is located at the front desk in the Smith Campus Center. Our address is 1350 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138.

Registration for our in person tours must be made in advance. Registration is made available starting the Friday before your tour week. Parties of up to 14 persons can register for a free in person tour. Parties of 15-60 are encouraged to submit a request for a private tour .

Registered tour goers should arrive at the Visitor Center at least 15 minutes before your tour to check-in. Tours depart from the Smith Campus Center and end in Harvard Yard.

Information about the Visit Harvard mobile app

Visit Harvard is a free mobile app by the Harvard Visitor Center that features a collection of self-guided tours centered around the Harvard University experience. The Visit Harvard mobile app can be downloaded by anyone with a smartphone, tablet, or desktop, to be enjoyed from wherever you might be visiting, whether it’s in-person at Harvard or from the comfort of your own home.

What tours are being offered in the mobile app? Currently on the app, visitors can take a mobile version of our popular in-person and virtual tour, the Historical Tour of Harvard.

How long is the mobile tour? This self-guided tour takes place across 14 mapped stops through Harvard’s campus. At a standard walking pace, it will take between 45-60 minutes to complete the 1 mile long tour.

Can I take the mobile tour in-person or virtually? The mobile tour is designed to be accessed in-person on Harvard University’s campus, starting at the Harvard Visitor Center, located at the Smith Campus Center in Harvard Square (1350 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA). It can also be viewed from the comfort of your own home. Simply download Visit Harvard in the app store, select the Historical Tour of Harvard, and begin your journey!

Where can I download the Visit Harvard mobile app? You can download the Visit Harvard mobile app on the Apple App Store and Google Play . There is also a desktop version of the app you can access here .

Learn more about the Harvard College admissions process

For more information about Harvard College Admissions, please visit their official website . Their contact information can be found here .

How to Create Immersive University Virtual Tours

In today's digital age, virtual tours have become an essential tool for universities to attract and engage prospective students. By offering an immersive and interactive experience, universities can showcase their campus facilities, highlight key locations, and reach a global audience. This article will guide you through the steps to create an effective and engaging university virtual tour.

Key Takeaways

• Virtual tours enhance student engagement by providing interactive and meaningful experiences.
• High-quality visual content, including 360° photography and drone footage, is crucial for creating an immersive tour.
• Interactive elements like clickable hotspots and multimedia content can significantly enrich the virtual tour experience.
• Choosing the right virtual tour platform involves evaluating features, pricing, and customization options.
• Promoting your virtual tour through various channels, including social media and email campaigns, can increase its visibility and reach.

Understanding the Importance of Virtual Tours for Universities

Virtual tours have become an essential tool for universities to connect with prospective students. They offer an immersive experience that allows students to explore the campus from anywhere in the world. This is particularly important in today's digital age, where students rely heavily on online resources to make informed decisions about their education.

Enhancing Student Engagement

Virtual tours can significantly enhance student engagement by providing an interactive and engaging way to explore the campus. Students can navigate through different locations, click on hotspots to learn more about specific areas , and even participate in live video chats. This level of interactivity helps to keep students interested and engaged, making them more likely to consider the university as a viable option.

Showcasing Campus Facilities

One of the key benefits of virtual tours is the ability to showcase campus facilities in a detailed and immersive way. Whether it's the state-of-the-art science labs, modern dormitories, or expansive sports facilities, virtual tours allow universities to highlight their best features. This can be particularly appealing to prospective students who want to get a feel for the campus environment before making a decision.

Reaching a Global Audience

Virtual tours enable universities to reach a global audience, attracting students from different parts of the world. This is especially important for institutions looking to diversify their student body and increase international enrollment. With virtual tours, students can explore the campus from the comfort of their own homes, making it easier for them to envision themselves as part of the university community.

Cloudpano for universities offers immersive 360º virtual tours for campuses, attracting diverse students globally. Technology-driven results show increased engagement and application flow. ADA-compliant tours accessible on any device.

Planning Your University Virtual Tour

Planning a university virtual tour involves several critical steps to ensure it is engaging and effective. Defining your audience personas and designing for your audience is essential to create a tour that resonates with prospective students. Additionally, understanding what a virtual tour is and how it can fit into your digital strategy will set a strong foundation for your project.

In today’s digital world, students rely on virtual tours to inform their college decision-making. This is why it’s so important to have an exceptional virtual tour that drives students to act.

Identifying Key Locations

Identifying key locations on campus that will be featured in the tour is crucial. Consider areas like the auditorium, dorm rooms, study areas, and popular dining spots. These locations should highlight the unique aspects of your campus and provide a comprehensive view of student life.

Creating a Narrative

Creating a narrative for your virtual tour helps in telling your university's unique story. This can be achieved by combining layered visual content with clickable elements to encourage visitor exploration. A well-crafted narrative will guide prospective students through the tour, making it more engaging and informative.

Setting Goals and Objectives

Setting clear goals and objectives for your virtual tour is vital. Determine what you want to achieve, whether it's increasing inquiries, boosting campus visit rates, or enhancing online presence and engagement. Having defined goals will help in measuring the success of your virtual tour and making necessary improvements.

Capturing High-Quality Visual Content

Using 360° photography.

360° photography is essential for creating immersive virtual tours. Select optimal shooting locations that offer the best perspectives of the place you are showcasing. Consider lighting, ambiance, and visual appeal when selecting locations. Use a tripod to keep your camera steady and frame your images or videos carefully. Avoid distortions by keeping your camera level and centered.

Incorporating Drone Footage

Drones can capture footage of hard-to-reach areas for aerial photography and videography of the location, such as rooftops, cliff faces, and large building interiors. This adds a unique perspective to your virtual tour, making it more engaging and comprehensive.

Optimizing Image Quality

With the display power, internet bandwidth, and camera capabilities that we are exposed to today, it’s no surprise that we crave high-quality experiences . From YouTube videos to Instagram posts, our threshold of what is considered acceptable quality is incredibly high compared to a few years ago. Videos are commonly streaming in HD or better, and many mobile devices can capture and display 4K photos and videos. The more life-like our content is, the more impact it has. Capturing ultra-high-resolution imagery, even if it can’t be fully displayed today, ensures that content can be rendered in higher resolutions down the road. Overall, investing in production quality will pay dividends.

For certain indoor spaces where artificial lighting plays an important role, shoot at dawn, dusk, or night where lighting is more prominent. For outdoor coverage such as a water park or courtyard, shooting the tour during peak summer is recommended. For exteriors and interiors with large window coverage, try to film these points of interest around dusk or dawn when interior/exterior lighting is evenly balanced for brilliant photos.

Integrating Interactive Elements

Integrating interactive elements into your university virtual tour can significantly enhance the user experience. Interactive hot spots and our API integrations can make that happen. The result is maps that no longer live solely in the digital space. Instead, they make themselves accessible to offline users in ways that most digital marketing efforts simply cannot. This seamless integration between in-person and virtual experiences leads to a natural prompt for interactivity.

Choosing the Right Virtual Tour Platform

Selecting the appropriate virtual tour platform is crucial for creating an engaging and seamless experience. Each platform offers unique features and benefits, from custom branding to interactive floor plans. Choosing the right virtual tour software can make a significant difference in the success of your university's virtual tour.

Evaluating Features and Pricing

When evaluating different platforms, consider the features they offer and their pricing structures. Some platforms provide advanced functionalities like virtual tour creator SDK and API , which allow you to create 360° virtual tours quickly and customize them easily. It's essential to balance the cost with the features you need to ensure you get the best value for your investment.

Considering User Experience

The user experience is a critical factor in the success of your virtual tour. Ensure the platform you choose is user-friendly and offers a smooth navigation experience. A platform that is easy to use will not only make the creation process more efficient but also enhance the overall experience for the visitors.

Exploring Customization Options

Customization options are vital for aligning the virtual tour with your university's branding and messaging. Look for platforms that offer extensive customization features, allowing you to tailor the tour to reflect your institution's unique identity. This can include custom branding, interactive elements, and personalized content.

A well-chosen virtual tour platform can significantly enhance the engagement and reach of your university's virtual tour, making it a valuable tool for attracting prospective students and showcasing your campus facilities.

Promoting Your Virtual Tour

Once you are satisfied with your virtual tour, you can publish it and start sharing it with your target audience. Most virtual tour platforms will provide you with a link to your tour , which you can then embed on your website or share through social media.

Analyzing Tour Performance and Engagement

To ensure your university virtual tour is effective, it's crucial to analyze its performance and engagement metrics. Tracking visitor metrics helps you understand how users interact with your tour, providing insights into areas for improvement.

Tracking Visitor Metrics

Visitor metrics are essential for gauging the success of your virtual tour. Key metrics to monitor include:

• Session Time : The average time a visitor spends on your tour.
• Pages Viewed : The number of different locations or sections a visitor explores.
• Bounce Rate : The percentage of visitors who leave the tour after viewing only one page.

Gathering User Feedback

User feedback is invaluable for understanding the strengths and weaknesses of your virtual tour. Consider implementing the following methods to gather feedback:

• Surveys : Short surveys at the end of the tour can provide direct insights from visitors.
• Comments : Allowing users to leave comments on specific sections can highlight areas for improvement.
• Ratings : A simple rating system can quickly show which parts of the tour are most and least popular.

Making Data-Driven Improvements

Once you have collected visitor metrics and user feedback, the next step is to make data-driven improvements. This involves:

• Analyzing Trends : Look for patterns in the data to identify common issues or popular features.
• Implementing Changes : Based on your analysis, make targeted changes to enhance the user experience.
• Continuous Monitoring : Regularly review the performance metrics to ensure ongoing improvement.

By focusing on these key areas, you can create a more engaging and effective virtual tour that meets the needs of prospective students and other visitors.

In our latest section, 'Analyzing Tour Performance and Engagement,' we delve into the metrics that matter most for your tour's success. Discover how to optimize your strategies and boost engagement. For more insights and detailed analysis, visit our website at www.cloudpano.com .

Creating immersive university virtual tours is an innovative way to engage prospective students and showcase your campus in a dynamic and interactive manner. By leveraging platforms like Concept3D, you can craft 360° tours that offer a sense of presence and familiarity, making students feel at home even before they set foot on campus. These virtual tours not only enhance space planning but also serve as a powerful marketing tool, combining visual, textual, and audio content to tell your unique story. As students increasingly rely on digital experiences, providing a comprehensive and engaging virtual tour can significantly boost student involvement and conversion rates. Whether it's through panoramic photographs, interactive maps, or layered visual content, the key is to create meaningful interactions that resonate with your audience. Embrace the digital age and transform your campus tours into unforgettable virtual experiences.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of virtual tours for universities.

Virtual tours enhance student engagement, showcase campus facilities, and reach a global audience. They provide an immersive experience that can attract prospective students from around the world.

How do I start planning a university virtual tour?

Begin by identifying key locations on campus, creating a narrative to guide the tour, and setting clear goals and objectives for what you want to achieve with the tour.

What equipment is needed to capture high-quality visual content?

To capture high-quality visual content, you will need 360° photography equipment, drones for aerial footage, and tools to optimize image quality.

How can I make my virtual tour interactive?

You can add clickable hotspots, embed multimedia content like videos and audio, and utilize virtual reality features to make the tour more engaging and interactive.

What should I consider when choosing a virtual tour platform?

Evaluate the features and pricing of different platforms, consider the user experience, and explore customization options to find the best fit for your university's needs.

How can I promote my university's virtual tour?

Promote the virtual tour by embedding it on your website, leveraging social media channels, and including it in email campaigns to reach a wider audience.

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• UB40 to Headline Blue Horizon Concert on August 18 at UVI

The University of the Virgin Islands’ (UVI) Reichhold Center for the Arts (RCA) presents the 2nd Annual Blue Horizon Concert on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, featuring four-time Grammy-nominated reggae band UB40. The outdoor concert will take place on the Herman E. Moore Golf Course on the Orville E. Kean Campus on St. Thomas at 6 p.m.

The concert, which is the final show on UB40’s official U.S. tour, “Red Red Wine Tour”, coincides with the recent release of the legendary band’s 45th Anniversary album, UB45, bringing fans special live performances of their worldwide hit singles to the stage with “Red Red Wine,” “Food For Thought,” “(I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With You,” and more, in addition to new songs from UB45. Opening acts will include Virgin Islands bands, RVP Band, Reggae Dynasty and Dub Lab.

“We are thrilled to be part of the UB40’s U.S. tour and to bring one of the world’s most loved reggae bands to the U.S. Virgin Islands for an unforgettable night of music under the stars,” said RCA Director Denise Humphrey. “While the Reichhold Center for the Arts facility is under reconstruction, we remain committed to enriching the cultural and social life of the VI community with world-class performances from across the globe and to showcasing our local talent.”

The Blue Horizon Concert is a fundraiser to support the restoration efforts of the Reichhold Center for the Arts and the Addie Ottley Community Service Scholarship Fund which supports UVI students pursuing studies in communication. Now in its third year, the musical series was launched in 2022 in tribute to local legend, Addie Ottley.

The world’s biggest-selling reggae group, with more than 100 million albums sold worldwide, UB40 members James Brown (drums), Robin Campbell (guitar/vocals), Earl Falconer (bass/vocals), Norman Hassan (percussion/vocals), Martin Meredith (keyboards/WX7/saxophone), Jahred Gordon (keyboards), Laurence Parry (trumpet/flugel/trombone), Ian Thompson (saxophone), Gilly G (MC vocals), Matt Campbell (backing vocals) – and lead vocalist and guitarist Matt Doyle – are an English reggae and pop multi-cultural band originally formed in Birmingham, England. With more than 50 UK Top 40 singles and 10 UK Top 10 albums, the group has been recording and touring since 1978.

Originating as a group of young friends with working-class origins, to creating the world’s most successful reggae band, UB40 has gone on to become four-time Grammy nominees for “Best Reggae Album,” spending a combined 11 plus years on the UK album charts with hit singles.

“We’re excited to get back to the States again for our third year in a row, as we love coming to America,” said Robin Campbell. “We can’t wait to play songs from our new album that we’re so very proud of, showcasing Matt Doyle’s vocals on the tracks. He’s brought a new lease of life to our music, as has the addition of our 'permanent guest’ MC Gilly G and my son on backing vocals, Matt Campbell, carrying on the legacy. When you play songs over so many years, the arrangements and vocals evolve and change. These updated versions of our hits are still close to the originals, but now reflect how we perform them today and they sound better than ever.” Tickets are on sale now at https://www.uvi.edu/reichhold/blue-horizons-concert.html. General admission tickets are $75 per person and VIP tickets are available for $175 including designated parking and seating, special VIP entrance, two complimentary drinks, complimentary tapas, and a VIP cash bar. For more information, visit https://www.uvi.edu/reichhold/blue-horizons-concert.html and https://ub40.global/.

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During the program, participants shadow current dental residents, engage in hands-on learning activities and learn about different dental specialties. Photos: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

By Laurie Kaiser

Release Date: June 18, 2024

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine is offering college students and bachelor degree recipients interested in dentistry the chance to learn the intricacies of the profession during the fourth annual Destination Dental School (DDS) June 23-27 on the South Campus.

Participants will have the chance to watch a root canal in progress, alginate teeth impressions and learn how to perform a suture during the weeklong program. With support from faculty and UB dental student volunteers, participants will also complete capstone research projects, participate in mock interviews and prepare for the Dental Admission Test (DAT).

This program’s goal is to prepare individuals who have been historically underrepresented in the profession to successfully apply to dental school. Last year, 30 individuals from across the country participated.

This year’s DDS is unique because the Society of American Indian Dentists (SAID) annual conference is taking place during the same week in Niagara Falls. About 30 college students who are attending the SAID program will also participate in the DDS programming on June 26. 

Media are invited to attend on June 26. Here is  a map of the South Campus.

When:   Wednesday, June 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Squire Hall

9-9:30 a.m. —   Welcome, 326 Squire Hall

9:30-10 a.m. — Introduction to SAID and DDS programs, 326 Squire Hall

10-10:30 a.m.—  Group photo

10:30-1 p.m. — Demonstration of direct composites and suturing, B30 Squire Hall

On-site media contacts:

Laurie Kaiser, University Communications: (716) 809-0583

Ed Morrison, School of Dental Medicine: (716) 955-0393

Background: UB dental alumna Arian Johnson, DDS, founded Destination Dental School in 2021 after recognizing a lack of resources for students like herself when she applied to dental school. She received the necessary support from the UB School of Dental Medicine’s Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion to make Destination Dental School a reality. In 2022, the DDS program partnered with the Native American Pre-Dental Student Gateway to Dentistry program to combine virtual and in-person events.

In addition to the in-person event, in 2024 DDS fellows also participate in five weeks of virtual programming on Saturdays in May and June. The dental school provides all participants with a stipend to cover travel and lodging expenses, reimbursement for one DAT and a waived application fee to UB dental school.

For more information, visit the  Destination Dental School website . 

Media Contact Information

Laurie Kaiser News Content Director Dental Medicine, Pharmacy Tel: 716-645-4655 [email protected]

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