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Book Spaces
In keeping with our mission, the Library spaces in the Riddell Library and Learning Centre are designed to support the learning, teaching, and scholarship-related activities of our students, staff, faculty, and community.
Bookable
Group Rooms
- Collaborative spaces for 3-5 people, depending on selected room
- Featured televisions with the ability to connect and display from personal devices (laptops, smarthphones)
Hybrid Group Rooms
- Sapces for 8-10 people, ideal for hybrid groups (online & in-person)
- Room technology includes 98" television as well as built in microphones, speakers and cameras
Data Hub
- 3 PC stations with software intended for analyzing, collecting, managing, storing and publishing data
- Support and expertise for these stations is provided by the Data Librarian
VR Lab
- C2 PC stations with Virtual Reality headsets and software
- Support from Library specialists is available on request
Audio Production Rooms
- Ideal for podcast production, conducting/recording interviews and editing audio files
- Microphones and headphones can be borrowed from Service Desk
Drop-in
Computer Commons
- Open area on the 1st floor of the library with an assortment of public workstations, featuring:
- Adobe | Refinitiv | Bloomberg
Quiet Reading Rooms
- Located on the 2nd and 3rd floor of the library, these spaces are intended for individual study
Maker Studio
- Access tools and technology that allow for learning, creation and design of physical and digital products
- Hosts individuals and classes as well as specialized presentations and workshops
Request
Ideas Lounge
- Featuring a wall-sized screen and in ceiling microphones
- Host events and presentations such as public lectures, exhibits, workshops and other interactive showcases
Immersion Studio
- This space allows for projection of images, videos and information on all four walls of the room at the same time
- Create unique 360 experiences for teaching, learning and research
Visualization Classroom
- A private space featuring a wall-sized screen
- Ideal for hosting classes, presentations and workshops
Archives & Special Collections
- Archival records and publications relating to the history of Mount Royal University, as well as other collections that support teaching and research
- Currently available by appointment only
The Atrium
- Large open space located outside and adjacent to the Ideas Lounge
- Can be booked as an extension of the Ideas Lounge or a central stand-alone space
Formal Boardroom
- Perfect for meetings and receptions, this stunning and centrally-located boardroom features four screens and teleconferencing capabilities
Showcase & Exhibit Space
- A flexible, open environment located on the quieter 4th floor and is ideal for exhibits
- It is located adjacent to the Formal Boardroom and can be used concurrently with that room
Maker Studio
- Access tools and technology that allow for learning, creation and design of physical and digital products
- Hosts individuals and classes as well as specialized presentations and workshops
The Bubble
- A glass-enclosed space located on the 3rd floor of the library near the Fireplace Lounge
- Perfect for smaller gatherings or informal lectures and can also be booked with the Immersion Studio