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THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY

The SPU Library provides book, journal and media collections, databases, information services, instruction, technology, and space for study and research. 

provide personal service and information literacy instruction for each subject area. The Library has approximately 200,000 volumes, and 1,300 journals and databases. Most of the electronic resources are available to students, faculty, and staff from on or off campus.

SPU patrons may borrow materials from the 36 academic libraries in Washington and Oregon that are part of the Orbis Cascade Alliance. The Library has 14 small rooms for study and meeting, a graduate-student reading room, and a seminar and conference room.

There are 70 networked computers in the Library, and wireless access throughout the building. For more information, visit //spu.edu/library or call 206-281-2419.

STUDENT COMPUTER LABS
Located across campus, feature a standard set of academic software tools that includes word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, statistical software, programming languages, and database software.

All of the general-purpose computer labs also provide full access to the Internet, email, Internet, laser printers, and other local and remote networked resources.

Computer labs are located in the , , , and . Computer kiosks are available in the Library, McKenna Hall, , and the (SUB).

CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGY
Faculty have a wide range of technology available in the classroom to enhance teaching and learning. More than 90 percent of all classrooms feature large-screen projectors, Windows PCs, and VCR/DVD players. Most classrooms also have wireless network access available for students, and three classrooms feature a hands-on lab format with a desktop for each student.

Additionally, has audio/visual equipment (video cameras, projectors, laptops, and sound systems) available for checkout to faculty and students for academic projects.

INTERNET ACCESS/EMAIL
On-campus network connectivity and access to the Internet is available throughout campus. Many courses make use of an online course-management system () for document repository, electronic grade books, online discussion, and online assessments.

Many routine student transactions (registration, class schedules, and access to grades) can be completed through at the individual student's time and convenience.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Located on the lower level of the Library, helps faculty produce web-based and multimedia learning resources. It also manages the Library's computer labs and satellite downlinks.

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION AND ASSISTANCE
Assistance in learning how to use computers and networked resources is available through a booklet titled SPUnet Systems and Internet User Guide, through training sessions, and through a central computer .

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