Loaning Center

The IT Loaning Center exists to support academic and other programs of the College.

Short-term loans: The IT Loaning Center provides faculty, staff, and students with short-term access to computers and some computer-related accessories.

Equipment Borrowing

If you would like to borrow a piece of equipment, please complete the request form and someone will be in touch about availability.

NOTE: Equipment is reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Please try to make the reservation as far in advance as possible.The equipment pool is generally designed for short-term usage and is limited to 3 business days. If a department needs a computer to use for an extended period of time, please contact the Service Desk at (207) 725-3030, or send an email to servicedesk@bowdoin.edu, to make other arrangements.

Equipment Pickup

Pickup Location: 
IT Service Desk
Maine Street Station above Scarlet Begonias and the Amtrak train station.
Phone: (207) 725-3030
Operating Hours: 8:30-5:00, Monday - Friday

Equipment Available

  • Windows Laptops
  • Mac Laptops
  • Data Projectors
  • External Hard Drives
  • DVD/CD Players
  • Powered Speakers
  • Apple iPads

Faculty, staff and students can find additional resources, including cameras and other recording equipment, in the Media Commons.