Campus Buddy Rolled Out 1:1 Video Calls in 72 Hours—Here’s How

Campus Buddy is a rapidly expanding platform designed to enhance university students' campus life by providing a centralized hub for discovering campus events, clubs, and resources while facilitating real-time social interactions through one-to-one video and audio calls. Founded by James Mtendamema, Jennifer Igwe, and Yang Liu, the app aims to create a personalized social network specific to each campus, akin to Instagram or Facebook, but tailored to university environments. By integrating Stream's prebuilt SDKs for video and audio communication, Campus Buddy efficiently implemented these features, emphasizing accessibility without paywalls. This move supports their broader mission of fostering inclusivity and engagement on campuses. The platform also incorporates a student loyalty program that offers discounts through local businesses, enhancing its appeal and stickiness. Plans for future expansion include group calling features and a comprehensive marketing campaign set for the fall semester, highlighting the app's ambition to become a comprehensive engagement ecosystem for students. Stream's infrastructure enables Campus Buddy to focus on delivering a seamless and relevant social experience without the technical burdens of real-time communication management.