1. Log into the TC Portal
Students: https://student.tc.columbia.edu
Employee: https://employee.tc.columbia.edu
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4. In Zoom, click Meetings in the left navigation panel.
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6. In the Topic field, enter the name of your dissertation defense.
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7. Select the date and time for your dissertation defense.
You can start your meeting at anytime. You're not restricted by the date, time, or duration you enter.