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Technology Commons

The Tech Commons, on the Ground Floor of Hunter Library, is a comfortable place where students can study, work together, and get help with technology. We also support technology needs across campus.

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We offer a bright, collaborative space where students can work, study, and access technical support on the ground floor of Hunter Library.

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Visit the service desk for easy help with software issues, hardware repairs, free equipment check鈥憃ut, device troubleshooting and more.
On the left side, there is a room with several workstations arranged in a row. Each station has a chair, bright patterned divider panels, and small 3D鈥憄rinted objects displayed on the counters. Behind the workstations, there are two 3D printers sitting on a long table beneath a sign that reads 鈥淭ECHNOLOGY COMMONS.鈥� The space has carpeted flooring and overhead lighting. In the top鈥憆ight section, several small resin 3D鈥憄rinted figurines are placed on a wooden surface. The models appear detailed and are supported by thin resin scaffolding. In the bottom鈥憆ight section, the inside of a 3D printer is visible, showing a print bed filled with multiple identical, light鈥慶olored PLA prints arranged in rows.
Our 3DU makerspace offers with 3D printing, specialized computer stations for modeling and Wacom tablets.
We offer both PLA and resin printing. Learn more in our services section below.
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We offer multiple study spaces for small and large groups. Reserve one of our Multipurpose Rooms for Zoom functionality, whiteboarding, or screen sharing, or use our Active Learning Classroom for large group meetings or trainings.
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We have hundreds of pieces of equipment available for personal or class projects. You can check out DSLR cameras, iPads, microphones, chargers, and so much more!

Helpful Links

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Log in with your 星空传媒 account to access services and submit a ticket.
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Reserve a date and time to come see us.
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View our laptop requirements.
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Sign in to learn how to setup Wifi, email, and Microsoft 365.
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Borrow equipment for free. Sign in here to reserve today.
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Use our study spaces on the Ground Floor of Hunter Library.

What can we help with?

The Technology Commons can help support students, faculty, and staff with a wide range of offerings.

For additional questions, submit a ticket online at

For our hours of operation, please visit

We provide free software support and repairs. This includes removing viruses and malware, backing up data, installing software, and reinstalling operating systems on Windows and MacOS laptops. Some repairs may require computers to be checked in for 48 hours for in-depth services.

Students also receive the using their student account.

We provide hardware repairs for student-owned and 星空传媒-owned Apple and Dell laptops. Valid Apple and Dell warranties are accepted. Some non-warranty hardware repairs are available and require a $25 check-in fee. Total repair costs for non-warranty services vary based on the extent of the damage. While your device is being repaired, you can check out a rental laptop for the duration of the repair.

If you're unable to access your account, forgot your password, or need to reset your authentication methods, please contact us.  Call our Help Desk at 828-227-7487 or schedule an  Note: For account support, your Cat Card or a valid photo ID may be required.
 
The campus has three main networks: Eduroam, 星空传媒-Media, and 星空传媒-Guest. For network setup, please visit or visit us on the Ground Floor of Hunter Library. 
 

In our space, on the Ground Floor of Hunter Library, we have a 3DU makerspace where students, staff, and faculty can 3D print. Designs can be printed in a variety of colors and quantities for a small fee. They can be personal projects, for class, or bulk class orders for demonstrations. To submit a 3D print or for more information, please visit

We provide a free equipment check out service to all student, faculty, and staff. This includes laptops, iPads, DSLR Cameras, chargers and much more. Equipment can be reserved at and picked up at our service desk on the Ground Floor of Hunter Library. Equipment is rented one (1) week at a time for up to six (6) weeks a semester. Laptop rentals are limited to four (4) weeks a semester. Once a item is overdue, the user will start accumulating late fines of $2 per day per item.

Want to work for us?

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Work directly with technology, troubleshoot real issues, and grow your problem-solving skills. Sign in to apply online!
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Use design and marketing skills to promote services, and connect with the campus community. Sign in to apply online!

Note: Availability is subject to change based on semester breaks, holidays, etc. For specific availability please visit our social media: