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Using the Freedman Center Lab

Assistance for in-person use of the Freedman Center technology lab

blue arrow How to Use This Guide

This guide assists with in-person use of the FC lab. This page includes overview information. Use the tabs on the left to get details about:

  1. Lab layout
  2. Specs on computers and other hardware
  3. What computers have what software
  4. The lab's usage policies
  5. Synchronous workshops 
  6. Self-paced tutorials and related resources
  7. How to contact KSL staff and get additional help

Need help? A quick reference of contact information is available on the left-hand navigation.

blue arrow Lab Hours and Access Information

The FC lab is available self-service when KSL is open for those with a CWRU network ID. Community patrons can access the lab when KSL is open to them. Lab staff are available during select hours for walk-ins and real-time assistance with hardware and software. The following is our current schedule:

Fall 2025 Schedule
Day of Week Staffed Hours
(All patrons) 		 Self-Service Hours
(CWRU network ID holders)		 Self-Service Hours
(Patrons without a CWRU network ID)
Monday 10 a.m. to Noon and
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.		 24 hours  8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Tuesday 10 a.m. to Noon and
1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 		 24 hours 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday 10 a.m. to Noon and
1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 		 24 hours 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m. to Noon and
1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 		 24 hours 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. to Noon and
1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 		 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday None 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday None 24-hour access begins at Noon Noon to 8 p.m.

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