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How to create a Microsoft Teams Webinar Event (step-by-step using the web app)
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- Go to https://teams.microsoft.com and sign in using your FMU credentials.
- In the left navigation bar, click on the Calendar icon.
- In the top-right corner, click the drop-down arrow next to “New event” and select “Webinar”.
- Fill in the event details:
- Title: e.g., State of the University Address
- Date and Time: August 18, 6:00 p.m.
- Audience: Choose “Public” if alumni do not have FMU emails
- Add any presenters (e.g., President McCormick, support staff) under “Presenter” section
- Customize registration settings if needed, such as collecting names/emails.
- Click on the gear ⚙️ icon (top right) to configure advanced options like:
- Disable attendee camera/microphone
- Turn off or restrict chat
- Enable Q&A module instead of open chat
- Once all details are filled in, click Send to finalize.
- Copy the registration link generated and use it for your alumni communications.
More information can be obtained from Microsoft's website.
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/get-started-with-microsoft-teams-webinars-42f3f874-22dc-4289-b53f-bbc1a69013e3