Library Classrooms 

Library Classroom Policies  

University Libraries (UL) classrooms are available to University users for class and training needs on a limited basis. UL classrooms are also available to non-Kent State University groups and KSU fee-based programs such as workshops and continuing education classes; these groups will be assessed a rental charge for use of the classrooms.

The needs of the UL instructional program take precedence over all other requests when scheduling classrooms. The Reference and Instructional Services Offices reserves the right to assign and/or reassign classrooms to assure the maximum and most appropriate utilization of facilities.

Those persons planning high school visits should read the specific guidelines for those visits.

Library Classroom Scheduling and Use Guidelines

  • UL classrooms are available only during regular building hours.
  • All classes are limited to using a library classroom no more than two times per semester.
  • UL classrooms should be scheduled at least two weeks in advance.
  • UL classrooms are not available to students or student groups.
  • Electronic classrooms (019 and 333) are intended for groups of 15-24 participants.  Room 122 can accommodate up to 32 participants.
  • Arrangements for locking and unlocking a room must be made at the time of the reservation.
  • Orientation to classroom equipment, in advance of the scheduled use, is required of all principal instructors using the classroom.
  • The person or group responsible for reserving the classroom will be responsible for restoring the classroom to its original condition once the event has concluded. A group leaving a classroom in disorder is liable for a charge for labor required to clean up and/or reset the room.
  • A two-day cancellation notice is required; please email aclary. "No Shows" and non-cancelled rooms are subject to a $25 fee.
  • Reservations should be made by completing the Instructional Classroom Reservation Form. 
  • Questions should be addressed to the Reference and Instructional Services Department at 330-672-3045 or via email at aclary.

Audiovisual & Software Needs

  • Special audiovisual equipment not available in the classroom should be requested from Audio Visual Services at 330-672-3456.
  • The use of computers in library classrooms is limited to installed software. Other specialized software needs cannot be supported, nor may users install additional software.
  • Use the Library Classrooms room links to view a list of hardware and software available in each room.

Contacts

  • Information about the library's instructional program and how it might serve specific course needs can be obtained from Ken Burhanna, Head of Instructional Services, at 330-672-1660 or via email at kburhann.
  • Information about high school visits can be obtained from Tammy Voelker, Liaison Librarian, at 330-672-3091 or via email at tvoelker.
  • Questions about using Special Collections should be addressed to Cara Gilgenbach, Head, Special Collections and Archives, at 330-672-1677 or via email at cgilgenb.

Library Classroom Descriptions

Library Room 019

Library Room 019

Purpose: Library instruction, web instruction, software and technical training.

Location: Basement level of library

Seating: 24 computer seats, 8-10 overflow seats available along the back of the room.

Equipment:

Library Room 122 (Raymond E. Manchester Emeriti Lounge)

Library Room 122

Purpose: Meetings, presentations, lectures

Location: 1st floor of library in the Information Commons.

Seating: 24-32 at tables.

Equipment:

  • Lecturn
  • Tables
  • Presentation computer (available software)
  • Multimedia projector
  • VCR/DVD Player

Library Room 333

Library Room 333

Purpose: Library instruction, web instruction, software and technical training.

Location: 3rd floor of library, in Audio-Visual Services.

Seating: 25 computer seats, 8-10 overflow seats. 

Equipment:

  • 2 Instructor's PCs, with Internet
  • 25 computer stations, with Internet
  • 2 Multimedia projectors
  • VCR/DVD player
  • Microphone
  • Document projector
  • 3' x 4' Whiteboard cart
  • Click here for available software

Group Instruction Alcove (Information Commons)

Library Instruction Alcove

Purpose: Small group instruction (Note: when not reserved this alcove is part of the Information Commons computer lab and is open to students).

Located: 1st floor of library in the Information Commons, adjacent to room 122.

Seating: 7 seats at computers

Equipment:

  • Instructor's PC
  • 6 computer stations
  • Multimedia projector
  • Click here for available software

Software

The use of computers in library classrooms is limited to installed software. Other specialized software needs cannot be supported, nor may users install additional software.

  • ArcView GIS 3.3
  • CorpTime
  • Endnote 7 & 8
  • Groopz2
  • Innovative Millenium
  • Lotus Applications
  • Macromedia Ext. Mng.
  • Office 2003
  • Office 2007
  • Network Associates
  • Ref Manager 11
  • RefViz 1.0
  • RefWorks
  • RSS Reader
  • SPSS 12.0
  • SSH Secure Shell
  • SAS System
  • Win SCP
  • Win FTP
  • Zip Genius
  • Acrobat 6.0 Pro
  • Audacity
  • Write N Cite