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Biomed Study Carrels

Blue, Red, and Green Levels

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Biomedical Library

Seating:: (80) Study Carrels

Blue level Group Study Room (C)

Room 7C

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Biomedical Library

Seating:: Two 6-person tables. Additional seating available.
Equipment:: Whiteboard

Blue level Group Study Rooms (A & B)

Rooms 5A & 6B

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Biomedical Library

Seating:: Up to 4 people at 2 writing desks
Equipment:: Chalkboard, PC desktop

Computer Center

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Biomedical Library

Equipment:: Computer work station, Mac Pro, PC desktop, Scanners

Ground Floor Conference Room

Room G18

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Biomedical Library

Seating:: 20
Equipment:: Ceiling-embedded speaker for audio playback, Conference phone, Glass whiteboard, Microphone, Overhead projection system with laptop, Overhead projector, PC desktop

Ground Floor Consultation Room

Room G17

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Biomedical Library

Equipment:: 46" LCD screen & integrated computer system, Conference phone

Ground Floor Reading Room

Room G4J

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Biomedical Library

Seating:: (16) tables / (80) seats, (24) carrels, (6) soft seating

Training Lab

Room G3

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Biomedical Library

Seating:: (10) PC Workstations, (1) Instructor Station
Equipment:: Computer work station, Overhead projector, PC desktop, Whiteboard

Assistive technology enables people with disabilities to use computers, software, and other equipment independently. The Butler Assistive Technology Room provides private, self-service, round-the-clock access to a state-of-the-art space with software and hardware to facilitate and enhance learning.

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Collaborative teaching

Collaborative spaces allow for active learning and group problem-solving activities. These spaces facilitate peer-to-peer learning and can be appropriate for course instruction or individual events. Please see individual room details for available technology.

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Computer classroom

Computer classrooms are equipped with computer projection technology and a master demonstration station for instructors while individual workstations allow students to have a hands-on learning experience.

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Computer workstations

Computer workstations can be found throughout the Penn Libraries, most requiring a PennKey and password for access. Check individual computing areas for equipment, printing, and software availability. http://guides.library.upenn.edu/computingindex

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Digital technology lab

Digital technology labs offer members of the Penn Community the use of state-of-the-art equipment for working with all types of digital media including video, audio, imaging, graphic design and web publishing.

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Lookup station

Lookup stations provide computers where you can drop in to check your email, use nearby print stations, or work on a research paper with assistance from library staff.

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Group study

Penn Libraries offer a wide variety of group study rooms and booths for both small and large groups. Many of the rooms are equipped with white boards or chalkboards to facilitate brainstorming sessions.

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Media production

Whether you are creating a multi-media presentation for a class or simply recording your oral presentation to polish your public speaking skills, Penn Libraries have specially designed facilities to accommodate a wide range of media production tasks from the simple to the sophisticated.

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Unreserved seating

Seating that requires no reservation is located in quiet spaces and in areas for informal gatherings. First come, first served. You’ll find a variety of open seating throughout the Penn Libraries, including soft seating, traditional library tables, and individual desks.

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Quiet study

Designated areas within the Libraries are for individual, quiet study. Students respectfully refrain from chatting and cell phone use in these areas.

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Teaching, seminars, & meetings

These rooms within the Penn Libraries are suitable for teaching, small group meetings, presentations, or webinar viewing. Please see individual room descriptions for seating capacity, equipment accommodations and room reservation details.

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Special events

For large-scale meetings and events, Penn Libraries offer reservable spaces with flexible physical accommodations.

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Media study

Media study spaces provide students with the facilities and the equipment they need to immerse themselves in Penn Libraries’ rich audio and film collections.

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Carrels

Students will find carrels for individual study throughout the Penn Libraries. Van Pelt, Fisher Fine Arts and the Museum libraries offer carrels that can be reserved by registered students and used for library book storage. Please contact the circulation desk of the specific library for details.

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