Richard J. Klarcheck Information Commons

The mission of the Loyola University Chicago Information Commons is to fulfill the Loyola Promise, “Preparing People to Lead Extraordinary Lives,” by providing a technology-rich learning environment that supports both collaborative and individual research.

The joint project of the University Libraries and Information Technology Services, the Information Commons is founded on the philosophy of the three C’s: Collaboration, Connectivity and Community. Thus, we offer spaces and technology for group study and team learning; high-speed Internet connectivity including wireless; and comfortable spaces for serious work, reading and relaxation.

The Information Commons features numerous amenities to assist students and staff with their research and course work. As well, the facility also offers limited hour when it is open to its neighbors and other members of the larger community who wish to further their studies in a world-class environment.

• Librarian Reference Assistance
• Technology Center
• Research Consultations
• Technology Consultations
• Workshops on library databases and research tools
• Workshops on technology and new computer tools
• Library instruction classes
• Digital Media Lab
• Group Study rooms
• Wireless network access
• Circulating (in-house only) wireless laptops
• TeamSpot collaborative group-work software
• Café with ATM
  
• Vending machines
• Quiet study floor
• Writing Center satellite office
• Center for Public Service

Fast Facts:

• 700 computer/study seats
• 222 computer stations
• 80 percent PC, 20 percent Mac
• 30 group study rooms
• 72,000 square feet

Hours

Sunday: 10am-2am
Monday-Thursday: 7am-2am
Friday: 7am-9pm
Saturday: 8am-9pm

Contact

Information Commons, General – 773.508.8000

Information Technology Services (ITS) – 773.508.2261

For more infomation about the Information Commons, visit the Official IC Site.  For construction updates and photos, visit the IC Construction Web site and the Libraries’ Flickr page.