SLIS COMPUTER LAB POLICY

General Information

• Only students enrolled in the School of Library and Information Studies may use the Computer Laboratory.
• Students enrolled in LIS 551, LIS 651, LIS 750 and/or LIS 828 have first priority to use the microcomputer stations. Doctoral students conducting research have second priority. Word processing is not a priority.
• Students need to bring their own disk for saving data files, i.e, e-mail or word processing documents. Students are not allowed to save onto the hard drive.
• Students are not allowed to load personal software onto any of the computers. Students may consult the Project Assistant for special needs.
• The Computer Laboratory will have limited hours during periods when the University is not in session. These times will be posted in advance.
• The Computer Laboratory is a teaching center, and the use of the lab for class demonstrations and instruction takes precedence over individual use. When a class is in session, other students are not allowed to use the lab. These times will be posted on the lab reservation board.
• FOOD AND DRINK ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE COMPUTER LAB.

AV Equipment Policies

• Students are free to use equipment that has not already been scheduled for class use.
• Students must call or email in advance to reserve equipment, either for a class presentation or for personal use.
• Tape recorders may be checked out for overnight use, or for use in the cage.
• Arrangements can be made to have equipment delivered to classrooms.
• For previewing video tapes, the VCR and monitor can be used in the library.
• The Computer Lab and all AV equipment are for use of SLIS faculty and students only. Non-SLIS students are not permitted use of the equipment.
• Non-SLIS faculty/staff must contact the Library Director or the Project Assistant to request use of the equipment. Requests will be addressed on a case by case basis.