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World Language Media Services (WLMS) is located in University Hall 3007. We are here to meet your world language technology needs. During open hours, there is normally someone in the lab who can assist you. The WLMS Coordinator is Brock Cochran, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. His office is located inside the lab.

The WLMS is an excellent place to study or to meet with classmates. Students are welcome to use the lab during our hours of operation. However, it may be unavailable while a class is using it. Please see the calendar of lab availability below for open times.

WLMS Library Media Holdings

Hours of Operation

  • Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Saturday & Sunday: closed

Calendar of Lab Availability

WLMS Resources

  • 28 PC computers with gigabit ethernet connection
  • Software: Office 365 (through BlazerID), Adobe Creative Suite, Audacity
  • Web browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Respondus Lockdown Browser
  • A dedicated WiFi access point with an excellent connection, around 300Mb/s upload and download speeds on the 5 GHz frequency
  • Headsets with a built-in microphone
  • Streaming video available from our server
  • Film checkout from our library

Illustration of a castle. WLMS Guidelines

  • Student ID is needed to check out headsets.
  • Eating and drinking are not allowed during computer use.
  • Cell phones must be silenced or put on vibrate.
  • Speaking volume should be kept moderately low.