Usage Policies
Policies governing use of the space include the UW Libraries Computer Use Policy, the UW Libraries Code of Conduct, and other University and state rules and regulations.
Users must have a UW NetID with current UW student, faculty or staff status to use Learning Commons Lab computers.
Food is not allowed in the Learning Commons Lab computer areas. Covered beverages (but not sugary drinks) are allowed. See the UW Libraries Food and Beverage Policy for more information.
Tall or adjustable-height tables are priority handicapped use and may be claimed at any time for their intended use.
Do not save files on Learning Commons Lab computers. Copying files to a network account is the preferred method of saving work.
Printing
Laser printing is self-service and must be paid with a Husky Card; if you are a visitor who doesn’t have a Husky Card, you may obtain a Dawg Prints card from any Library Information Desk.
More information: Printing & Scanning for more information.
Instructional Support & Classroom Information
The computer classrooms allow health sciences instructors to teach with multimedia and networked computer resources, with provisions for students to work hands-on with a computer on their own or in groups. Various capacities and workstation arrangements accommodate different teaching styles. Contact lab manager Paul Ludecke or email hsllabs@uw.edu for more information.
All classrooms are equipped with:
Reservation Rates
Service fees are charged for the staff time involved to support non-instructional events. To reserve classrooms for instructional use, please contact the Learning Commons Lab staff by emailing hsllabs@uw.edu or Paul Ludecke (ludes@uw.edu) to discuss availability.
Classrooms:
- $50 for each classroom per day during University business hours (M-F 8-5) for other uses, e.g. exams
- No charge for instructional use by Health Sciences Schools and UW Medicine (additional fees apply for loading software or data)
Rates include assistance with computer certification, exam software loading and troubleshooting. They do not include loading other software, exam proctoring or purchase of software.
Additional Fees:
- Reservations outside of University business hours (M-F 8-5): $100 per hour.
- Cancellation fee: No charge if cancelled more than a week before the event; half of the total fees if cancelled less than a week before the event.
- Make up exams involving fewer than 10 people will be given space at no charge during business hours. Standard rates will apply for larger groups or for makeup exams held outside of these hours.
Fees must be paid by UW budget number, no cash payments.
