Introducing UCit@Langsam,
a 24/7 Computer and Study Space
by Melissa Norris, Director of Library Communications
UC students who are looking for a place to use a powerful computer equipped with the latest software, print papers at 2 am, meet with a project group over a media based presentation, or study quietly have a new space to do just that – UCit@Langsam, a 24/7 computer and study space on the 5th floor of Langsam Library. UCit@Langsam offers seating for 219 people, and services that students have requested in surveys and in conversation with library and IT staff.
For computer users, 60 Windows PCs and 40 Macintosh computers, all with network access and diverse university standard software, are available. Those bringing their own laptops will find wireless access throughout the facility. Lab consultants are on site in UCit@Langsam to answer questions.
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For students seeking a place to work, a large Quiet Study Room provides a comfortable space for individual study. In addition, four Group Study Rooms, two with SMART Boards, are available for those working on group projects. Students can reserve Group Study Rooms in advance for up to three-hour sessions.
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"A 21st century learning environment requires connectivity to the Internet and its resources, including other learners," said University Vice President & CIO Fred Siff. "This modern amalgam of the computer lab and the library study space provides that, in a warm, inviting, and comfortable environment, available to students 24/7."
Dean and University Librarian Victoria A. Montavon said, “Working together, University Libraries and UCit have created an exciting and inviting 21st-century learning environment. The space is comfortable, flexible, and fully equipped to meet student needs.”
During Langsam Library’s regular operating hours, users enter UCit@Langsam via the 4th floor main library entrance, and proceed to the 5th floor. After the library closes, students must use valid UC IDs to enter the facility via the 5th floor Langsam Lobby entrance. A security officer is on site when the library is closed. On request, at the top of every hour, the officer will walk users to their cars in the Woodside (Langsam Library) Garage.
Outside UCit@Langsam, the 5th floor lobby now includes colorful picnic tables, inviting users to study there, perhaps while enjoying snacks from the new vending machines.
UCit@Langsam is a collaborative initiative of University Libraries and UCit with support from Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Anthony J. Perzigian and funding from UC Student Government (a $5,000 gift) and a UC|21 grant ($40,000).
For more information, please visit http://www.uc.edu/ucitatlangsam.
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