Library Spaces

Seating:: (80) Study Carrels

Blue level Group Study Room (C)

Room 7C

Library

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

Blue level Group Study Rooms (A & B)

Rooms 5A & 6B

Library

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

Class of 1941 Group Study Room

Room 252

Library

Seating:: 4
Equipment:: Whiteboard

Class of 1953 Group Study Suite

Rooms 254 & 255

Library

Seating:: 4 (each room)
Equipment:: Whiteboard

Class of 1955 Consultation Room

Room 248

Library

Seating:: 3
Equipment:: LCD screen & integrated computer system, Whiteboard

Class of 1956 Computer Area

Library

Equipment:: Computer work station, Scanner

Class of 1968 Seminar Room

Room 124

Library

Seating:: 35
Equipment:: e-Beam whiteboard capture system (can be reserved), iMac, LCD screen & integrated computer system, Microphone array in the ceiling, Multimedia player, Overhead projection system with laptop, Overhead projector, PC desktop, Projection screen, Speakers, Video camera installed at ceiling level, Video recording & conferencing, Webcam, Whiteboard

Class of 1971 Lounge

Library

Class of 1975 Group Study Room (116)

Room 116

Library

Seating:: 4-6
Equipment:: Monitor on articulated arm, Oculus Rift, PC desktop, Whiteboard

Computer Center

Library

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

A. Edward Allinson Group Study Room

Room 250

Library

Seating:: 4
Equipment:: Whiteboard

Ground Floor Conference Room

Room G18

Library

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

Ground Floor Consultation Room

Room G17

Library

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

Ground Floor Reading Room

Room G4J

Library

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

Group study rooms

Rooms 117 - 120

Library

Seating:: 4-6
Equipment:: iMac, Monitor on articulated arm, Whiteboard

Joseph B. Glossberg Seminar Room

Room 247

Library

Seating:: 12
Equipment:: Conference phone, Overhead projector, PC desktop, Projection screen, Webcam, Whiteboard

Lenovo/Microsoft Alcove

Library

Equipment:: HDMI and VGA connections, Large HD display screen, PC desktop, Webcam, Whiteboard

Lippincott Library Seminar Room

Room 242

Library

Seating:: 28
Equipment:: Ceiling-embedded speakers for audio playback, Glass whiteboard, HD pan/tilt/zoom camera, HD projection system, HDMI and VGA connections, Microphone array in the ceiling, PC desktop, Whiteboard

Presentation room

Room 123

Library

Seating:: 4-6
Equipment:: HDMI and VGA connections, Large HD display screen, PC desktop, Webcam, Whiteboard

Sandra Kerbel Memorial Alcove

Library

Equipment:: HDMI and VGA connections, Large HD display screen, PC desktop, Webcam, Whiteboard

Snyder Computer Area

Library

Equipment:: Computer work station

Group study booth in Weigle Information Commons

Study booths in the Weigle Information Commons

Library

Equipment:: Computer work station, iMac, Macbook Pro laptop, PC desktop

Training Lab

Library

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

Video recording rooms

Rooms 126 - 129

Library

Seating:: 8
Equipment:: HDMI and VGA connections, Large HD display screen, PC desktop, Video camera attached to the computer screen, Video camera installed at ceiling level, Video recording system, Whiteboard

Vitale Digital Media Lab

Room 121

Library

Seating:: 10 workstations
Equipment:: 32" monitor, Cassette player, CD player, Computer work station, Desk outlets for charging devices, DVD player, Flat screen monitor, HD projection system, Microphone, MIDI keyboard, Overhead projector, Projection screen, Scanner, Turntable, Whiteboard

Vitale Group Study Room

Room 251

Library

Seating:: 10
Equipment:: Conference phone, Overhead projector, PC desktop, Webcam, Whiteboard

Yablon Financial Resources Lab

244

Library

Seating:: 16
Equipment:: Ceiling-embedded speakers for audio playback, Computer work station, Overhead projector, PC desktop, Projection screen, 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.

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.

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.

Collections & subject research

Several library rooms are dedicated to the study of special collections or specific collections and subjects.

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.

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

Data visualization

The data visualization space can be used for presentations and instruction. It features multiple HD displays that can be used separately to project multiple device screens or together to project one larger image.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Quiet study

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

Special events

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

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.

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.

Room 166 Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center is equipped with Oculus Rift

Virtual reality