Review the information below for details about the end of this service offering.
Beginning in Spring 2027, Criss Library will discontinue its faculty video digitization service. This decision reflects our commitment to copyright and accessibility best practices amid ongoing staffing shortages. Subject specialist faculty librarians will collaborate with teaching faculty to support a smooth transition.
Limited access will remain available through the end of Fall 2026 for previously digitized materials to support the transition period. The service and all associated links will be fully retired in December 2026.
Key information and dates for Fall 2026:
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Requests for Fall 2026 link creation was open from April 13 through July 16, 2026
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Titles requested for Fall 2026 must have been previously digitized and requested for use in a prior course section
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No new physical media will be digitized
- Fall links will go live and be sent to faculty no later than August 16, 2026
- After July 17, streaming services will have limited direct service support and no changes to existing requests will be made
For streaming video needs going forward, faculty are encouraged to:
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Consult with subject specialist faculty librarians to identify streaming alternatives
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Search Criss Library's streaming video database subscriptions
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Request purchases of individual streaming titles when available
We understand that this change may require adjustments to course materials or assignments and appreciate your flexibility during this transition. For further information, please contact Discover Services Director Kris Tuel (ktuel@unomaha.edu) or Director of Research and Instruction Services Tammi Owens (tammiowens@unomaha.edu).
Using the Faculty Video Streaming Service
Streaming media created this way is password-protected and accessible only during the semester and class section it is requested. Media is removed from storage and access is revoked at the end of each semester.
CPL Staff will email a hyperlink and unique password to the @uno faculty contact you provide in the form prior to the start of the semester if requested early, or as soon as possible if the semester is currently active. Faculty are responsible for posting the provided link to your class Canvas for students to access. Students will need their NUID and unique link password to access the video.
For additional information, please view our Policy Document.