The University of Toledo

Carlson Library Information Commons

The Information Commons in Carlson Library is a collaboration between the University Libraries and Information Technology which brings together a variety of services for student success.  The Information Commons is open 24/5 and features:

• current technology in a relaxing environment, including
  • 100 general workstations for student use (UTAD login, Windows Vista, Microsoft Office)
    • a full list of software available on these 'Virtual Lab' machines is available in the VLab FAQ
  • 10 laser printers
  • 50 laptops for checkout and use within the Library's wireless environment (UTAD Login, Microsoft Office, Vista or Windows XP)
  • 6 public-access workstations (public login, Windows Vista, no Microsoft Office)
  • 2 Media labs equipped with 20 dual-boot Macintosh computers and 2 scanners to produce and edit multimedia, audio, and video
  • 2 Accessibility workstations with hardware and software for patrons with mobility or vision impairments
  • Wireless network using secure PEAP or LEAP authentication (not currently compatible with Windows Vista Home Premium)
• Library services, including
  • Reference Librarians that can help you find material for your research and
  • 3 Information Literacy classrooms (two 32 seat and one 20 seat capacity) to learn about how to find, evaluate, and organize information.
  • An 8,000 volume reference book collection 
• An IT Help Desk, for troubleshooting and training on computer software applications and hardware.
• 3 Group study rooms.

Other services located in Carlson Library near the Information Commons include

• The Tutoring Center to get individual additional instruction for your classes from the Learning Enhancement Center.  (Located on the Lower Level)
• The Writing Center, for assistance in the writing process at all levels of learning. (Located across the hallway from the Info Commons)

In order to ensure an environment conducive to learning for all of the Information Commons patrons, we ask that you adhere to these policies.