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Collaboration Stations

Students want to know that they can get a space in KSL so they can collaborate  when they have an important work session or group project. We've refurbished spaces so now you can more effectively maximize your work together. The former Group Study Rooms have been painted, have adjustable task chairs, more modular tables, and there's new technology for you.

Now known as Collaboration Stations, the new technology enables students to do so much more. The 42" LED TV monitors allow you to share your work and see it together more comfortably. Wall control units with panels for HDMI, VGA, and Composite ports ensure that your laptop can be used. Cables will be installed soon, and now when your group arrives at the KSL Main Service Desk and checks out a room key, you'll get a cable to hook up your computer.  (VGA is best for older laptops; adapters are on order for Macs & will arrive soon.) And yes, we know you like to work in a variety of ways, so you can check out a dry-erase marker kit for the whiteboards, too.

Students recently using one of the new Collaboration Stations had the whiteboard full of notes, laptops on the table, and work up on the large monitor and said it's "great for studying." See for yourself, in any of the 9 rooms on the 3rd floor and Lower Level. Discover new ways to work in the newly designed KSL Colalboration Stations!

Collaboration Station & Policy Details

  • 5 rooms on the 3rd floor
  • 4 rooms on the Lower Level
  • Collaboration Station Policy – read the full details about loan times, fees, & requirements.

New Pilot Program, Spring Semester 2011 Increases Use of KSL Spaces

KSL responds to concern about the group study rooms and past frequent requests to be able reserve a space. Now groups can checkout a key to a Group Collaboration Room the same way you can check out a book:

  • Come to the KSL Main Service Desk during Regular Business Hours when library staff is there.
  • Check out a Group Collaboration Room–at least 2 group members must be present to check out a room key.
  • Keep the room for 3 hours,  return the key, and leave the room.
  • Late or lost key fees will apply; details are available on the Group Study Room Policy.

Feedback

The Kelvin Smith Library is interested in how this pilot project will better serve Case student groups. Send remarks to Contact Us  about your experiences in checking out a Group Study Room.

If you are a single user and enjoy a quiet space, Kelvin Smith Library has over 900 seats and many of them are in quiet areas throughout the building. There is also generous seating and space in the 3rd floor quiet reading room. Talk with library staff–we're happy to help you find the quiet spaces and suggest a space in the library that might suit your needs.

Coming Soon:

KSL is developing a web-based advance booking service so you can schedule a room ahead of time.  We'll announce it as soon as it's completed!

 

 

 

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Services FAQ

Can I print at KSL? What does it cost & how do I pay?
KSL computers link to 2 high speed, high volume printers. All printing costs 5 cents a page, and you can pay with with your CaseOneCard, coin, $1 or $5 bills. Printers are on the main floor and second floor, across from the elevators.  For locations, check our Maps.
Can I photocopy at KSL? What does it cost & how do I pay?
KSL photocopiers are on the main floor, third floor, and Lower Level, so you can photocopy books and journals. Copies cost ten cents a page on digital copiers, and you can pay with your CaseOneCard, coin, $1 or $5 bills.  For locations, check our Maps.
How do I know what's new and what new books there are?
Read the KSL News Blog for events, services, tools & more, that help you do research. Find it on the library homepage. New Books can either be an RSS alert for your subject area or you can browse the New Books Display on the 1st floor of the Kelvin Smith Library.
Where do I get change? / Is there a Change machine?
Use your ID as your cash, not coins & bills. KSL does not give change & asks you to plan ahead for printing and copying. The copiers & printers take $1 & $5 bills and coins, and will give change for a copy/print when there is suffficient change in the machine. Plan ahead! Activate your CaseOneCard ID if you are a staff member, faculty, or grad student.
Where are the Bathrooms?
KSL bathrooms are on all floors, always behind the elevators.  Check our  for more information.
How do I get a library card?
Your Case ID is your library card if you are enrolled or employed at Case. The first time you use it, staff will swipe it on a library computer to activate your library account and then you can use your ID at any Case library or OhioLINK member library, if your account is in good standing.
Is there a book drop? Is there a drive-up book drop?
KSL has a book drop in the front of the building, under the covered portico, on the Thwing Center side of the Main Doors. Currently, there is no drive-up book drop. The KSL bookdrop is open when there are no Regular Business Hours–when KSL is open, bring your items to the inside book drops. Videos & DVDs must be returned to staff at the Main Service Desk so the are not damaged in bookdrops.
Can I fax something at KSL?
KSL does not have fax services but Thwing Center, next door, does in Printing Services. Stop in weekdays 8-5:30 p.m. for information about fees, etc.
Does KSL have a SelfCheckout Machine? When can I use it?
KSL’s 3M SelfCheckout machine is on the Main Service Desk and can be used whenever you are in KSL! (You must have used your Case ID card at least once before at a Case library for a regular checkout with staff, so your ID data is swiped into the system.) Use SelfCheckout during 24×7, or whenever you need to save time.
Can I checkout the CPL@Case-KSL books and magazines on the KSL SelfCheckout?
Use the CPL SelfCheckout machine nearby the CPL@Case-KSL collections, with your CPL library card. The KSL SelfCheckout machine reads only Case ID cards and Case barcodes.

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