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Reference Online Center Lab

About the Lab

The Reference Online Center Lab is on the 1st floor. This lab provides twenty-four (24) computers for researching and accessing online library resources, the Dupré Library Catalog, and U.S. Government Information resources. Use your ULID and password to log in. Students can print to the STEP Lab printers from these computers using PaperCut.

Visitors not affiliated with the University can use the Lab for research purposes only. Inquire at the Service Desk.

Software available:

  • Microsoft 365 Apps (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, OneNote, OneDrive, Teams, Edge)
  • 7-Zip
  • Acrobat Reader DC
  • ChemDraw
  • Chrome
  • Firefox
  • PaperCut
  • Phon, Keyman SIL, and DoulosSIL Font
  • SPSS Analytical (install from Software Center)
  • VLC Media Player
  • Other software is available in Software Center

Research Resources

Students using the computers in the Reference Online Center Lab

Reference Online Center Lab computers are available thanks to a Student Technology Enhancement Program (STEP) Grant.

Lab Use Policy

Preference for computer use in the Reference Online Center Lab is given to researchers accessing online library resources, the Dupré Library Catalog, and U.S. Government Information resources. Those engaged in other activities may need to give up their turn if a user needs a computer for research. A 30-minute time limit will go into place if the lab is full and others are waiting.

Visitors not affiliated with the University can use the Lab for research purposes only to explore online library resources, search the online catalog, and access U.S. Government Information. Please refrain from using personal email, Facebook, YouTube, or word processing software.

When at a workstation:

  • Covered beverages only
  • Research and browse the Internet
  • Socialize but be courteous to others around
  • Yield to those doing research
  • No food

Users should abide by the University Computer & Network Policy (PDF).

Accessing Online Library Resources Database Use

Computer Reservations

University of Louisiana at Lafayette instructors who wish to use the Reference Online Center Lab computers for class instruction in the use of library resources may contact the Service Desk at (337) 482-6025, Ask Us!, or reference@louisiana.edu, at least two hours before the requested reservation time. A specific time and the number of students attending are also required when submitting a reservation request. The Lab computers may be reserved a maximum of three times per section during each semester.

Assistance

For help or more information, contact the Service Desk or Ask a Librarian.

[ Last Revised on Mar. 10, 2026 ]