Library
FAQs
The below information provides answers to common questions regarding the Media and Gaming Lab at the Library and Academic Resources Center at Â鶹ÊÓƵ University. Additional questions can be sent to Chris Smentkowski.
About the Media and Gaming Lab
The Media and Gaming Lab opened in August, 2017, on the third floor of the LARC building. In July 2021, the MGL moved to the second floor of the LARC building in room 245.
What are your hours of operation?
The hours of operation are available on the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Library website.
Who pays for the Media and Gaming Lab? How long have you been open?
We are funded by the Â鶹ÊÓƵ University Library, and are part of the library.
Do you take donations?
Yes, we accept donations of movies, games and equipment. If you have any questions about what materials we are currently accepting, you can email us at [email protected]. Any donations may be dropped off in person at the Media & Gaming Lab, or shipped to the below address:
Â鶹ÊÓƵ University Library
Gaming Lab
209 S Kingshighway St
Saint Charles, MO 63301
Common Media and Gaming Lab Circulation Questions
Can I check-out a game or piece of equipment?
Video games and board/card games at the Media and Gaming Lab can be checked out for three days respectively. However, some games may be placed on Reserve for use in game design courses currently being taught on campus. Such games can only be used on our consoles within the Media and Gaming Lab.
Game consoles may not be checked out of the library.
Can I bring in my own games, controllers, or equipment?
Yes. Our consoles stay in-house, but you may bring in your own materials to use with our equipment. To avoid confusion, please notify staff whenever you bring your own items into the Gaming Lab.
Are we allowed to save game data to our own accounts on your consoles?
No, please do not add your own accounts to our PS4 and Xbox One systems. Because each system has a strict limit of 100 user accounts over its lifetime, adding additional accounts beyond those we created is not permitted. Additionally, saved games are deleted at the end of each academic year, so if you desire to continue with your saved games, it is advised to bring your own external flash drive or hard drive.
About Working in the Media and Gaming Lab
If you are a student who is interested in working for the library’s Media and Gaming Lab, contact Jake Morrissey, Coordinator, Circulation and mention your interest in the Media and Gaming Lab. Positions can be applied for on the Student Worker Program web page.