The Catholic University of America

 

 Mission

The primary mission of the computer lab is to enhance the library science curriculum with the latest computer technology and programs. In order that the community of students and faculty have a successful computing experience, users are asked to follow the guidelines in the Computer Lab Agreement .


 

 Hours

The  SLIS lab in Marist 131 and Information Commons are open and staffed for students and faculty during the following hours:

Hours  
Mon-Thur 3:30 pm  - 9:30 pm
Friday Closed  
Saturday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday Closed  

Students may use the general computing lab in Leahy 117 24/7 but these computers do not have library science software on them.

Staff

Lab Staff Syed Ahmed, Joan Weeks Mgr., Mark Brzozowski

SLIS Computer Lab Staff
Left to right: Syed Ahmed,
Joan Weeks (Mgr), Mark Brzozowski

The Lab staff are located in Marist 132 the Information Commons.

Call the Lab Staff: Tel-202-319-6129 Tel-202-319-6129
E-mail the Lab Staff: cua-slislab[@]cua.edu
Submit a Reservation:  Computer Lab Marist 131 for classroom reservation email
labstaff at: cua-slislab[@]cua.edu

 

Locations

All lab locations are available for student use except when reserved for classes: 
Lab Room Marist 131 Reservation Calendar 
Presentation in SLIS Information Commons The Information Commons is a place that brings bring together students,  expertise, and technology in an enriched environment promoting collaboration and innovation in support of learning, teaching, and research. 
  New student orientation, colloquia and special guest speakers are held in this location.  Students frequently convene here for group project work.

Media Lab
Located in Marist 131A, the Media Lab supports faculty and students' multi-media projects. Staff can assist you with multi-media hardware, software testing or editing video.  Reservations should be made ahead of time.  Contact Weeks[@]cua.edu for availability and reservations.

Information Commons Student group projects in Information Commons

Technology Resource Sandbox

SLIS students may independently try out software, experiment with assistive technology in preparation for helping users in a professional seating, or experiment with a Kindle e-book reader.  The lab staff may also assist students and faculty in exploring these resources. 

Technology Inventory
Do you need specific software or hardware? Search the Technology Inventory to find out what best serves your needs.