The Mortensen Library provides many areas throughout the library to study and collaborate with others. You can find tables, study carrels, and chairs on all three levels. We also have study rooms and other special spaces available for use. See below for more information on those spaces.
Collaboration Units
- Type 1 has a large monitor with a computer on a large table which seats five and includes a wireless mouse and keyboard.
- Type 2 has a curved monitor with a computer and accommodates up to three users. The units are available on a first-come first-served basis. However, the Harrison Libraries staff will regulate use by time or purpose at its discretion during busy times.
- Type 3 is a large screen monitor with wireless keyboard and mouse.
- Monitor 1 is located on the Main Level.
- Monitor 2 is located on the Lower Level.
Uses
- Collaborative work.
- Small group presentations.
To Use Room
- Charge out room key to one member of group at Circulation Desk.
- Room is available for four (4) hours; renewable if no other interested parties.
- Return room key to Circulation Desk to avoid fees.
Rules
- First-come, first-use for room.
- Must sign out key at Circulation Desk.
- Patron is responsible for equipment in room.
- Do not remove chairs or place chairs in room.
- Please make sure room is left in good condition.
- Misuse of rules will result in fines or loss of library privileges.
- Maximum occupancy: 6
Study Room 309
Presentation Room 309, located on the upper level includes a seminar table for up to eight (8) people, with a whiteboard, and a large screen monitor. The room key must be charged out from Circulation Department (four-hour limit).
Uses
- Collaborative work.
- Small group presentations.
To Use Room
- Charge out room key to one member of group at Circulation Desk.
- Wireless keyboard and mouse available at the Circulation Desk.
- Room is available for four (4) hours; renewable if no other interested parties.
- Return room key to Circulation Desk to avoid fees.
Rules
- First-come, first-use for room.
- Must sign out key at Circulation Desk.
- Patron is responsible for equipment in room.
- Do not remove chairs or place chairs in room.
- Please make sure room is left in good condition.
- Misuse of rules will result in fines or loss of library privileges.
- Maximum occupancy: 8
Study Room 310
Collaboration Room 310, located on the upper level, is intended primarily for small group research purposes. The room contains a computer and a larger monitor for group work. The room key must be charged from Circulation Department (4 hour limit).
Uses
- Collaborative work.
- Small group presentations.
To Use Room
- Charge out room key to one member of group at Circulation Desk.
- Room is available for four (4) hours; renewable if no other interested parties.
- Return room key to Circulation Desk to avoid fees.
Rules
- First-come, first-use for room.
- No food or drink is allowed in this room.
- Must sign out key at Circulation Desk.
- Patron is responsible for equipment in room.
- Do not remove chairs or place chairs in room.
- Please make sure room is left in good condition.
- Misuse of rules will result in fines or loss of library privileges.
- Maximum occupancy: 8
Study Rooms 311-314
Small Collaboration Rooms 311–314, located on the upper level. Each room is equipped with a computer as well as ports and plugs for laptops and other devices. The rooms are first-come, first-served basis. The room key must be charged from Circulation Department (four-hour limit).
To Use Room
- Charge out room key to one member of group at Circulation Desk.
- Wireless keyboard and mouse available at the Circulation Desk.
- Room is available for four (4) hours; renewable if no other interested parties.
- Return room key to Circulation Desk to avoid fees (4 hour use).
Rules
- First-come, first-use for room.
- No food or drink is allowed in this room.
- Must sign out key at Circulation Desk.
- Patron is responsible for equipment in room.
- Do not remove chairs or place chairs in room.
- Please make sure room is left in good condition.
- Misuse of rules will result in fines or loss of library privileges.
- Maximum occupancy: 3
Study Rooms 334-339
Small Collaboration Rooms 334-339, located on the upper level. Each room is equipped with a plug for laptops and other devices. These rooms are not equipped with a desktop computer. The rooms are first-come, first-served basis. The room key must be charged from Circulation Department (four-hour limit).To Use Room
- Charge out room key to one member of group at Circulation Desk.
- Room is available for four (4) hours; renewable if no other interested parties.
- Return room key to Circulation Desk to avoid fees (4 hour use).
Rules
- First-come, first-use for room.
- No food or drink is allowed in this room.
- Must sign out key at Circulation Desk.
- Do not remove chairs or place chairs in room.
- Please make sure room is left in good condition.
- Misuse of rules will result in fines or loss of library privileges.
- Maximum occupancy: 3
Study Rooms 101A-101C
Small Collaboration Rooms 101A-101C, located on the lower level. Each room is equipped with a plug for laptops and other devices. These rooms are not equipped with a desktop computer. The rooms are first-come, first-served basis. The room key must be charged from Circulation Department (four-hour limit).To Use Room
- Charge out room key to one member of group at Circulation Desk.
- Room is available for four (4) hours; renewable if no other interested parties.
- Return room key to Circulation Desk to avoid fees (4 hour use).
Rules
- First-come, first-use for room.
- No food or drink is allowed in this room.
- Must sign out key at Circulation Desk.
- Do not remove chairs or place chairs in room.
- Please make sure room is left in good condition.
- Misuse of rules will result in fines or loss of library privileges.
- Maximum occupancy: 3