Information about the IT Loaning Center

Questions

  • Does Information Technology (IT) offer devices that can be borrowed?
  • Can I borrow a computer for a short period of time?
  • Are iPads available to be borrowed though IT at all?
  • Where do I go to borrow a piece of technology?

Environment

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

The IT Loaning Center provides faculty, staff, and students with short-term access to computers and iPads as well as 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: 
Information Technology main offices
16 Station Avenue, Maine Street Station above Pomelo and the Amtrak train station.
Phone: (207) 725-3030
Operating Hours: 8:30-5:00, Monday - Friday

Equipment Available to Borrow from Information Technology

  • Windows Laptops
  • Apple Laptops
  • iPads
  • Data Projectors
  • External Hard Drives
  • Powered Speakers

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