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UTM library computer lab re-opens
Kristin Wiseman
Issue date: 2/13/07 Section: Campus News
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The renovations on the library computer lab that began right before winter break were set to be completed by yesterday, February 12. The reason for the renovations was for an expansion of the computer lab. The library computer lab is one of the most highly-used computer labs. Students can be seen in the library computer lab at all open hours, and many times students have to wait in line to receive access to a computer. Therefore, adding extra computers will be very helpful.
There will, however, be the same number of computers in the library as there were before until the end of this spring semester. At that time the university will begin moving things out of the Business Administration building. This will be done to prepare for the renovations that are planned for that building. The computers will be moved from the Business Administration computer lab in to the new larger library computer lab.
"With the closing of the Business Administration building at the end of spring, we needed to find a place to move the BA 25 student computer lab. By expanding the space in the library, which is the most used student lab, we will be able to move computers from BA 25 into the library lab providing more access for students," said Shannon Burgin, director of information technology services.
According to Burgin the plans also worked out to enlarge the ITC staff office area. "ITC staff was sharing office space with three and four people. Technology usage in the classroom and online is growing every year. The needs will continue to grow in this area."
After the renovations occur on the Business Administration building, the computer lab in that building will get new computers. All of these renovations are covered by the budget given to the university by the state.
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