Computing Resources

Campus Computing Labs

Various computing labs are available free to all UO students. These labs also offer printing services.

• Knight Library Learning Commons (Knight Library, first floor)
• EMU Computing Lab
• Price Science Commons (Science Library)
• Math Library Learning Commons (Fenton Hall, Room 218)
• McKenzie Lab (McKenzie Hall, Room 101)
• Design Library (Lawrence Hall, second floor)
• Portland Library and Learning Commons (White Stag Block, Portland)

Several additional labs are free to students of specific programs/departments. These include:

• Lundquist College of Business Computer Lab (Chiles 362)
• School of Journalism and Communication Experience Hub (Allen Hall, third floor)
• Kammerer Computer Lab (Frohnmayer School of Music, Room 105)

Computer Help

Technology Service Desk

Provides free services to UO students, faculty members, and staff, including virus removal, backups, and transfers between devices. 

Location: EMU, Rooms 036 and 042
Phone: 541-346-4357
UO-only resource 

Community Computing Labs

Residents of Eugene and Springfield can acquire free library cards that provide access to computing stations and other equipment. These services may require a library card.

• Eugene Public Library: Services include free 60- to 90-minute internet sessions, mobile printing, and word processing. Sheldon and Bethel branches also offer free seven-day laptop checkout with mobile hotspots included. Borrowers must have a Eugene library card (active for at least 30 days) and a photo ID. How to get a Eugene library card.
• Springfield Public Library: Services include free internet sessions of up to two hours and printing. How to get a Springfield library card.

Electronics Checkout

Laptop Checkout

• Technology Services: A limited number of laptops, Chromebooks, and webcams are available for checkout to UO students to facilitate remote education and improve access for students with a demonstrated need.
• UO Libraries: Free four-hour Dell PC laptop checkout to UO students at the Knight Library and Price Science Commons Library checkout desks. Checkout can be extended if demand is low.

Calculator Checkout

Calculators are available to borrow for free from the following campus resources:

• Alan Price Science Commons and Research Library
• Lundquist College of Business Computer Lab (Chiles 362)

Free Software

• Microsoft Office 365: Your UO affiliation provides you with a free subscription you Microsoft Office 365. This includes free 1Tb storage space via OneDrive.
• Adobe Suite: Adobe Suite can be found on many of the workstations in campus computing labs. Access is provided through the campus virtual lab.
• Additional Free Software for UO Students: IT Services maintains a list of free software (primarily academic) available to UO students.

Internet and Phone Resources

Oregon Lifeline Phone and Broadband Internet Discount

Federal and state government program that provides a monthly discount of up to $15.25 per month with some phone service providers, up to $19.25 per month with some broadband internet providers, and a free cell phone and data service option. Individuals may qualify if they are a citizen or legal immigrant, and if they or their child/dependent participate in certain federal assistance programs such as SNAP or annual household income is 135 percent or less of Federal Poverty Guidelines. More than one adult at each residence may qualify if they do not share income and expenses. This is Oregon's version of the Federal USAC Lifeline program.

www.oregon.gov/puc/pages/oregon-lifeline.aspx
Community resource

Setting Up UO Email on Your Phone

Make sending and receiving emails more convenient by connecting UOmail to your mobile phone client. This also allows you to receive push notifications when you receive a new email message.

it.uoregon.edu/set-up-email
UO-only resource 

Maker Spaces and Innovation Labs

These spaces provide students access to resources such as 3D printers, industrial sewing machines, and more.

• DeArmond MakerSpace (Price Science Commons): Includes workshops, laser cutter, 3D printer, industrial sewing machine, and various electronics and hand tools available to students, faculty, and staff. Free for use; supplies charged at cost.
• Innovation Station (for residents of Justice Bean Hall): Includes three 3D printers (MakerBot Replicator Minis), industrial sewing machines, an embossing/debossing machine, an airbrush station, a custom stamp maker, a vinyl cutter, full Adobe Creative Suite, six PC workstations, video teleconferencing, flexible collaborations spaces, and a wide selection of hand tools.

Discounted Retail Electronics

• The Duck Store: Offers new electronics and accessories with student/educational discounts.
• NextStep ReUse Store: Offers refurbished electronics and accessories (laptops, desktops, monitors, DVD/Blu-Ray players, etc.) at a discounted price (location: 987 Garfield St., Eugene).