There are three types of visits hosted at the Digital Media Lab:
- Discovery Visits
- Book-A-LABrarian
- Full-Use Appointment
Discovery Visits are for visitors to tour the lab and its equipment. These visits usually last five to ten minutes. Although brief, this tour serves to introduce visitors to the technology available in the Lab.
Book-A-LABrarian is a chance for a patron to have a one-on-one session with DML staff. During the session, patrons can learn how to use a particular piece of hardware or software offered by the Lab. Because we will be using the Lab's equipment, patrons must first complete the orientation and sign the usage agreement. Book-A-LABrarian appointments lasts for a maximum of 90 minutes. We do not offer technical help for non-Lab equipment, be it software or hardware.
Full-Use Appointments are for patrons who are comfortable and confident with the Lab's equipment and ready to make their digital content. Patrons must also have taken the orientation and signed usage agreement. Staff will be present to offer basic guidance; however, staff cannot make content for the patron. Full-Use Appointments lasts for 2 hours and 30 minutes (with 30-minute extensions depending on Lab availability).
Patrons may book appointments ahead of time by calling the Main Branch at (225) 686-4160. If time allows, walk-in appointments are permitted. However, we strongly urge patrons to call before making the trip to visit the Digital Media Lab.