LaGuardia Student Technology Center and Computer Lab
Resource availability is on a first come, first serve basis and dependent upon demand and safety considerations under the University's COVID-19 precautions. Staff may not be able to approve all requests.
Connect and Collaborate
LaGuardia is a Student Technology Center (STC) and Computer Lab designed for students to connect and collaborate around the use of technology through a variety of specialized resources, events, and workshops described below. For general information about LaGuardia and other STCs and Computer Labs, refer to the Student Technology Centers and Computer Labs page.
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LaGuardia has many work stations. Accessible work stations are on the ground floor.
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There are both Mac and PC work stations.
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The two Study Rooms can accommodate students for group study and collaboration.
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LaGuardia's classroom is fully equipped to accommodate a class with computers and a projector for the instructor.
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LaGuardia houses several gaming consoles and Virtual Reality capabilities that students can use for development, demonstrations, or recreation.
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LaGuardia has two A/V Recording Booths provide specialized equipment and software for both video and audio recording.
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LaGuardia's large-format printer enables students to print large projects and data visualizations.
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The Collab Space provides students with a flexible work and recreational space that includes Gaming consoles.
LaGuardia Student Technology Center and Computer Lab Services
Events/Workshops
Join our Discord Server to be a part of all our upcoming virtual programs and game nights, and follow us on Instagram for updates about our spaces and announcements for future events.
Classroom Space
LaGuardia's Classroom space is designed for a unique class experience that can be configured to a number of teaching settings. To view the Classroom schedule for this semester, see the calendar.
Features
- 24 Mac workstations (see above for a list of software)
- 1 teaching lectern with Zoom streaming, recording, and Remote Desktop capabilities
- 1 wall projector
- Whiteboards
- Occupancy: 25 (24 students, 1 instructor)
*Your reservation will be confirmed only after meeting with STC staff regarding the details of your event. STC staff recommend requesting space at least a week prior to the event.
Features
- 47” viewing screen, with options for HDMI and wireless connection
- 4 chairs, table
- 2 whiteboards
- Occupancy: 4 people
Terms of Use
Accessories Lending
LaGuardia’s lending service allows students to check out various tech accessories for use in the space, including Mac and Dell Laptops, drawing tablets, computer and phone chargers, and other various adaptors. Lendable items are available on a first come, first served basis.
Note: All lendables are only to be used within the LaGuardia space and cannot be removed from the space.
Gaming/VR
Gaming/VR Services will be open by appointment only.
If you are a student or professor working on a project or assigning projects to students that requires the use of Gaming Consoles and/or VR equipment, please submit a request to student.tech.centers@nyu.edu, and staff will be in touch to schedule time to meet to discuss your project and book you time to use the equipment.
Gaming Appointments
VR Appointments
Features
- Gaming consoles (XboxOne, Playstation 4, Wii U)
- HTC Vive
- Oculus Rift and Touch controllers
- Steam access
- Various games (please visit LaGuardia for full library)
LaGuardia’s A/V Recording Booths provide specialized equipment and software that enable students to record a variety of presentations, interviews, podcasts, and voiceover work.
Features
- SONY Camera NEX-VG30
- 2 wireless mics and receivers
- M-Audio Speakers
- USB Powermate Switcher
- Touch panel display (60” Sharp PN-L603B Aquos Touch Screen LED Display)
- Blue Yeti USB Microphone
- Open Broadcaster Software (OBS)
- Teleprompter Tripod
- Confidence monitor (Sharp 32” LCD Monitor - Model PN-Y325)
- Floor-to-ceiling Green Screen (Upper Level only)
- Adjustable lighting (Upper Level only)
Terms of Use
Accessible Spaces
Book a Group Study Room or a Video Recording Booth on the ground floor.
LaGuardia's large-format printer enables students to print large group projects and data visualizations up to 40 inches wide in either color or black-and-white. Clients must bring their own supplemental wrappings for prints; LaGuardia will only roll the print.
Please note that there are fees associated with this service. Clients must pay by debit or credit card or NYU chartfield in-person at LaGuardia. Print jobs cannot be released without completed payment. We do not accept Campus Cash.
No reservation is required to use the printer, but it is strongly suggested that all service inquiries be vetted by a LaGuardia staff member before printing. Clients should review the Terms of Use prior to submission. Anyone using LaGuardia's large-format printing resources will be required to agree to and sign a Terms of Use document when they drop off their file.
File Requirements
- Must be a project, presentation, or other signage related to academic activities
- Minimum of 11x17 inches and maximum of 40 inches wide (no full bleed printing; 40-inch wide prints will have an 1/8 inch white frame around them)
- Must be colored to match your desired output
- Exported as a JPG, PDF, or flattened uncompressed TIFF
- Provided on an external drive (files may not be emailed)
