Digital Design Studio RT 301: Rooms & Spaces
THE DIGITAL DESIGN STUDIO LAB
Located within Digital Design Studio in RT 301, the Digital Design Studio Lab provides members of the CSU community with the resources to review audiovisual media and to create effective multimedia material of their own for class presentations and projects.
The lab features Internet access, multimedia production software, language learning applications, scanners, CD and DVD recorders, and knowledgeable staff to provide assistance. The lab is open to all faculty, students, and staff with a current CSU ID. Hours for this lab may differ from regular library hours.
The Digital Design Studio Lab features:
- 13 PCs with scanners; DVD-RW/CD-RW drives; Microsoft Office; software for viewing/listening to DVDs, CDs, and multimedia on the Web; Adobe Creative Cloud which includes graphic, multimedia, and Web design software; and DVD/CD recording software.
- 8 iMacs with Microsoft Office for Mac, various language learning applications, Apple multimedia software, and Adobe Creative Cloud which includes graphic, multimedia, and Web design software.
- Equipment for review of video and audio material in a variety of formats:
- 2 DVD/VHS viewing stations with headphones.
- Media viewing study room – 1 DVD/VHS viewing station, 1 audio cassette player, 1 vinyl record turntable
- Headphones for use with the PCs (available for checkout from the Digital Design Studio service desk)
- Cricut cutter and Cricut Design Space software (requires Cricut account)
Users may not log onto more than one computer at a time, and may not install personal software on Library PCs. Food and drink are not permitted near Library equipment. We ask that Library users observe posted signage regarding quiet study areas.
See Computers in the Library for a more complete list of available software and hardware.
FILM VIEWING ROOM - RT 325
The state-of-the-art film and video Viewing Room is located in RT 325, near the Digital Design Studio. The room seats up to 24 people, features a 72" projection screen, video projector, stereo speakers, PC, DVD player, VHS player, and 16mm film projector.
By calling 216-687-9337, CSU Faculty can reserve the room for their classes to show programs in cinema-like surroundings. (Only one reservation can be made at a time.)
RT 325 is not available for social gatherings or student organization meetings.
No eating or drinking is permitted in RT 325.
INDIVIDUAL QUIET STUDY ROOMS
Fifteen individual study rooms (carrels) are available in the Digital Design Studio to CSU students with valid CSU IDs. Key cards for these rooms can be checked out at the Digital Design Studio service desk for 4 hours at a time.
PODCAST STUDIO - RT 325
Made possible in collaboration with the Center for Instructional Technology and Distance Learning, the Podcast Studio is located on the 3rd floor of the library in RT 325. Up to 4 speakers may record in a 4-microphone setup. Multitrack recording can be done in either Audacity, a free software which can be installed on personal computers for later editing, or in Adobe Audition, which can also be used in the Digital Design Studio lab on all computers and on 2 computers in the library's 1st floor Learning Commons.
The Podcast Studio can be reserved ahead of time by calling the Digital Design Studio at 216-687-9337, or if not in use, can be used for walk-in recording. The key for the room is checked out from the Digital Design Studio. More information is available on this library guide to podcasting.
PRESENTATION PRACTICE ROOM - RT 304
Located in RT 304 on the third floor of the Library inside the Digital Design Studio, the Presentation Practice Room is equipped with a Smart Board and PC, remote controllable camera, and a USB video recording system enabling students to capture and evaluate their presentation rehearsals, and other course-related projects.
Rules for Use:
RT 304 may be reserved for 2 hours by currently-enrolled CSU students using technology resources in the room to rehearse presentations or work on projects for CSU courses*. RT 304 is not available for social gatherings or student organization meetings.
(Groups and individuals may only make one reservation at a time.)
To reserve RT 304, students will need to call 216-687-9337, or stop at the Service Desk in RT 301 and provide the following information:
- Student Name
- Student ID#
- Phone #
- Course #
- Instructor’s Name
- Number of Students in Group
A current CSU ID is required to borrow a key to the room.
Interior windows may not be covered or blocked.
No eating or drinking in RT 304.
Because RT 304 is located within a quiet study zone and is not soundproof, groups should work as quietly as possible so as not to disturb others working in the area. Groups may be asked to move to the Library’s 4th floor if noise is excessive.
*Ask at the Service Desk in RT 301 to get information about or help with the presentation recording system and other technology in the room.
QUIET MEDITATION ROOM - RT 331
The Michael Schwartz Library provides currently enrolled CSU students with a room for quiet meditation, prayer, and personal reflection. The Library's Meditation Room, located in RT 331, may be accessed by borrowing a key from the Digital Design Studio in RT 301. The space is available on a first-come-first-served basis and may be used by up to 5 students at a time. Food and drink are not permitted in the Meditation Room, and personal belongings may not be kept in the room while not in use. Students are asked to be respectful of others working in the adjacent quiet study area, and to secure the room before returning the key.
Students interested in exploring the library's collection of religious texts may wish to look at the wide selection of materials available in the book stacks located on the library's 2nd floor. After use, all library books should be returned to a re-shelving rack.
SKYPE ROOM - RT 305 I
Currently enrolled CSU students looking for a place to interview with potential employers in remote locations or to participate in educational projects with colleagues located off-campus, may reserve the Digital Design Studio Skype Room, located in RT 305-I. This room is also the best choice for taking video-moderated tests requiring Respondus Lockdown Browsers or Honorlock.
Students with a current CSU ID may book the space and check out a key for 2 hours from the Digital Design Studio service desk in RT 301. Students may use their own laptops if they prefer, but the iMac in the room offers a wired internet connection (best for uninterrupted test-taking), as well as a camera and the Respondus Lockdown browser, Skype and FaceTime.
STUDENT COLLABORATION ROOM - RT 402
The Student Collaboration Room is equipped with white boards and a large flat-panel display mounted to a conference table with laptop connections.
RULES FOR USE:
RT 402 may be reserved for 2 hours by 2 to 6 currently-enrolled CSU students using technology resources in the room to work on projects for CSU courses. RT 402 is not available for social gatherings or student organization meetings.(Groups may only make one reservation at a time.)
To reserve RT 402, students will need to call 216-687-9337, or stop at the Service Desk in RT 301 and provide the following information:
- Student Name
- Student ID#
- Phone #
- Course #
- Instructor’s Name
- Number of Students in Group
A current CSU ID is required to borrow a key to the room.
Interior windows may not be covered or blocked.
No eating or drinking is permitted in RT 402.
WRITER'S LAB
Located in RT 302 within the Digital Design Studio, the Writer's Lab is a joint venture of the First-Year Writing Program and Michael Schwartz Library to provide additional support for students enrolled in First-Year Writing courses.
The lab's primary use is for computer-assisted classes for developmental writing students. Other writing teachers may arrange to use the lab for classes. The lab is also used to support library instruction, particularly for courses in the First-Year Writing Program.
The Writer's Lab features:
- 25 Student PCs with Internet access, USB ports
- Software: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Office
- For the instructor: SmartTouch panel, DVD/VCR deck, Faronics Insight software
See Computers in the Library for a more complete list of available software and hardware.
For more information about any of these facilities, contact the Digital Design Studio at (216) 687-9337.