Campus Computing Labs and Classrooms
Helpful Tip
If you have a problem with a computer in a lab don't turn it off, instead report the problem at http://helpdesk.rice.edu using another computer and leave the computer on. Support staff remotely update lab computers and those that are turned off unexpectedly could miss critical updates.
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Information Technology operates several computing labs on campus. These labs are for educational use and are available to all members of the Rice community. Unless reserved, most labs are open 24 hours a day (unlocked during the day, and accessible with ID at night). Teaching labs can be reserved for classes, but are not open for general use. If you are unsure of the location of a building, see a campus map.
Over 100 classrooms have been equipped with Rice Podiums, providing easy access to technology. Rooms generally include a Mac, PC, VCR, video projector and room audio equipment, among other items.
Read more about gadgets in the classroom.
Find a Lab or Classroom
Refer to the searchable database of classrooms and labs for a simple list of general usage lab locations and equipment. You must have an Owlnet account to use the PCs, Macs, and Unix workstations in the labs – use the online application form to apply.
Find Software
Below you can find software that is available on the computers around campus.
Public Labs:
Classroom Podiums:
If you cannot find a software package, you can request it for your classroom or lab by completing the web form.
Print from a Lab
Go to the printing section or see the documents below for more information about printing in a lab. You can also print from the web (see http://www.owlnet.rice.edu/webprint.shtml).
- Macintosh Laser Printing in Campus Labs (188 KB pdf)
- PC Laser Printing in Campus Labs (290 KB pdf)
Reserve a Lab
Faculty and staff may request computing labs online with this form.
