Computing Resources for Students

Campus Computing Resources for Students

Generally Available Resources

UW Bothell students have access to a range of computing resources across campus, regardless of their major. The information below provides links for how to access and learn more about what computing resources are available to students. 

Student laptop and WiFi hotspot checkout

The Student Technology Fee (STF) Committee has approved the purchase of Windows operating system laptops and hotspots.

• To check out a laptop and/or WiFi hotspot, visit the Laptop and WiFi Hotspot Lending Program webpage.
• If you’ve already checked out a laptop or WiFi hotspot from UW Bothell IT, you can visit our Technology Lending Program site for more information on how to setup your technology. You must login with your UW NetID to access this site.

Open Learning Lab

The Open Learning Lab (OLL) is the only dedicated drop-in computer lab at UWB. It is open to all students, regardless of major. OLL Student tutors offer in-person support and assistance with digital media software and campus eLearning tools. 

• To learn more about how to access this lab virtually, as well as virtual tutoring support, visit the Open Learning Lab webpage.

Virtual lab

This temporary emergency service has been extended in a limited capacity through December 2021. As we transition this service, we anticipate it to become available fall quarter 2021. This allows students to Remote Desktop from any off-campus computer to on-campus UW Bothell computers. By connecting to our computers, students will have access to software needed for coursework that they may not have at home. To access the virtual lab, visit the Remote Computer Access for UWB Students webpage.

Library 

There are nearly 100 student-funded computer workstations in the Library for use by UW and Cascadia College students, staff, and faculty for academic purposes. These workstations provide access to databases and online resources licensed by the University of Washington Libraries, Microsoft Office software, email and internet access. The Library also has some laptops for checkout

• To learn more about the the technology resources available at the Campus Library, visit their Technology Resources page.

Makerspace

The UW Bothell Makerspace is a creative environment located on the first floor of Discovery Hall. The Makerspace is a free resource for students, faculty, and staff and is equipped with tools such as 3D printers, laser cutters, a vinyl cutter, sewing machines and more.

• Learn more about the Makerspace at UW Bothell by visiting the Campus Makerspace webpage.

Program specific computing resources

There are computing resources available to students within specific programs or courses. Below you can find a table of those resources, where you can find them, who can access, and a link to any specialized resources.

This is a table of program specific computing resources available on the UW Bothell campus. You must be in specific programs or courses to access these specific resources.

Computer lab name	Location	Lab access available to	Available specialized resources
Computing & Software Systems (CSS) Lab	UW1-310	Students within the CSS program	View a list of software available in the CSS Computing  lab
Electrical Engineering Lab	DH-264	Students within the Engineering program	List of specialized resources - coming soon
Digital Media Lab	UW2-121	Students working on digital media projects	View the specialized resources available in the Digital Media Lab

Questions?

Contact UW Bothell Information Technology for questions about these lab spaces at uwbit@uw.edu.