Step into UVM
Put yourself at the center of the action! Pop on your VR glasses and experience what it's like to call UVM home.
How to Get Started
- Assemble your cardboard VR glasses and grab your phone. Turn up your phone's brightness.
- Tap the link below for whichever experience you'd like to view.
- When the video opens, tap the VR icon in the lower right corner. The screen will split into two smaller, circular videos. (Tip for iPhone: Tap the text controls icon (AA) in your browser address bar and choose "Hide Toolbar" for a full screen effect.)
- Insert your phone into the cardboard VR glasses. Hold the viewfinder up to your face and look around to view the video. Be sure to turn up your volume for the full experience.
- Tap the back button in the upper left to return to the video list and choose a new experience.
Distinctly UVM Experiences
There are some things at UVM–and in Vermont– you just have to see for yourself. Now you can join in the fun, from wherever you are.
TREK Pre-Orientation Adventure Program
Trip leaders get pumped up as they prepare to lead first-years on this unforgettable pre-orientation program.
Sailing Team on Lake Champlain
Feel the breeze as UVM's competitive club sailing team practices on a perfectly sunny day.
Skiing Experience
Feel the rush on the slopes; UVM is close to six ski resorts and has the largest collegiate ski and snowboard club in the country!
Athletics in Action
Join the D1 Women's Soccer team for a huddle and feel the adrenaline just before kickoff! Then join the hockey action in The Den (our student spectator section).
Springfest
Feel the groove at this annual music festival right on campus. Past performers include Remi Wolf, SAINt JHN, The Driver Era, Peach Pit, Two Door Cinema Club, and more.
Burlington Bike Path
Cruise along the Burlington Greenway, an eight-mile path hugging the shores of Lake Champlain.
Central Campus Dining Hall
A popular dining location offering open-style stations serving menus that include just about every item you can imagine.
Lake Champlain
Soak up the sun and the calm, peaceful waves at North Beach, a favorite warm-weather hangout spot for students.
Troubleshooting Your VR Glasses
Issue: My video looks blurry/I'm seeing double.
Solution: Make sure that the line running down the middle of your screen is aligned precisely with the notch in your cardboard VR glasses. You can also try adjusting the video to a higher resolution in the video settings by selecting the gear icon on the video.
Issue: My phone doesn’t fit into the slot on the VR glasses.
Solution: Try removing your phone’s case to make it smaller and easier to slip into the opening. If that doesn't work, you can still view the 360 videos in non-VR mode by unselecting the VR icon and holding your phone up to look around.
Issue: My videos are fuzzy.
Solution: Videos are distorted by necessity in order for the VR effect to work. If you're interested in seeing these videos in higher quality, check out the non-VR versions on our Youtube Playlist.
