Computing Labs
The Division of Information Technology provides several public computing labs to support student learning and technology needs across the University campuses. On the Montclair campus, public computing labs are available on the 5th floor of University Hall and on the main level of Sprague Library. At the Bloomfield College campus, a public computing lab is located in the Pollack Computing Lab within the Library.
All public computing labs are equipped with printers, flatbed scanners, and Sharp copiers to provide convenient access to printing, scanning, and copying services. In addition, the University Hall lab features iMac computers that can be used for video editing projects with Adobe Premiere Pro, offering enhanced multimedia capabilities for students working on creative assignments.
Please find the schedule of public computing labs across campus.
Summer 2026 Schedule
Monday, May 11, 2026 - Wednesday, August 19, 2026
| Facility | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Information Commons Lab University Hall, Room 5007 | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sprague Library Laptop Lending Lab | 8AM-8PM | 8AM-8PM | 8AM-8PM | 8AM-8PM | CLOSED | 8AM-5PM | CLOSED |
| Pollack Lab at Bloomfield College Library | 9AM-5PM | 9AM-5PM | 9AM-5PM | 9AM-5PM | 9AM-5PM | CLOSED | CLOSED |
Libraries Computer Lab Closures: June 5, 12, 19, 26 | July 3, 4, 10, 17, 24, 31 | August 7
Computing Labs Availability
Software available in Public and Teaching Labs
Please Note: Respondus Lockdown Browser is not available via Omnissa Virtual Student Desktop.
Data Analysis & Statistics
- IBM SPSS Statistics
- Minitab
- R & RStudio
- Tableau
- Microsoft Power BI Desktop
- Microcase Student Version
Math & Science
- Maple
- Mathematica (Note: Only available via Omnissa Virtual Student Desktop)
- FoodWorks
- Kinovea
- SimUText
Creative Arts & Design
- Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Includes Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, Audition, etc.)
- Audacity (Audio Editing)
Programming & Development
- Python
- Eclipse / BlueJ / jGrasp / Alice (Java & Intro Programming)
- TortoiseSVN
- PuTTY & WinSCP (Secure File Transfer & SSH)
Productivity & Research
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- MS Project & MS Visio
- EndNote (Citation Management)
- Praat
Testing & Courseware
- Respondus LockDown Browser
- Panopto Recorder
- TestGen
Virtual Computing Lab
All Enrolled Students are granted access to the Virtual Student Desktop via Omnissa Horizon virtual desktop infrastructure.
What is Omnissa Horizon?
Omnissa Horizon, formerly known as VMWare Horizon, is a virtual desktop and software delivery environment that allows users to access computer programs without the need of installing them on a local hard drive.
Accessing the Virtual Student Desktop Through Omnissa Horizon Portal
Labs Schedule
Please find the listing of public computing labs across campus. Please check the online computer lab availability tool before visiting the labs.
Fall
Friday, August 28, 2026 – Wednesday, December 16, 2026
| Facility | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Information Commons Lab — University Hall, Room 5007 | 7am–11pm | 7am–11pm | 7am–11pm | 7am–11pm | 7am–11pm | 8am–5pm | CLOSED |
| Sprague Library — Laptop Lending Lab | 8am–10pm | 8am–10pm | 8am–10pm | 8am–10pm | 8am–8pm | 8am–5pm | 12pm–9pm |
The Public Computing Lab on the lower level of the Student Center has permanently closed.
Closures: Labor Day | Thanksgiving Holiday
Winter Recess
Monday, December 21, 2026 – Friday, January 13, 2027
| Facility | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Information Commons Lab — University Hall, Room 5007 | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sprague Library — Laptop Lending Lab | 8am–5pm | 8am–5pm | 8am–5pm | 8am–5pm | 8am–5pm | CLOSED | CLOSED |
Note: Sprague Library Laptop Loans: 8am–5pm, (Weekdays only)
Spring
Friday, January 15, 2027 – Monday, May 3, 2027
| Facility | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Information Commons Lab — University Hall, Room 5007 | 7am–10pm | 7am–10pm | 7am–10pm | 7am–10pm | 7am–10pm | 8am–5pm | CLOSED |
| Sprague Library — Laptop Lending Lab | 8am–10pm | 8am–10pm | 8am–10pm | 8am–10pm | 8am–8pm | 9am–5pm | 12pm–9pm |
Closures: Spring Break | Easter Holiday
Summer
Monday, May 10, 2027 – Wednesday, August 18, 2027
| Facility | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Information Commons Lab — University Hall, Room 5007 | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sprague Library — Laptop Lending Lab | 8am–8pm | 8am–8pm | 8am–8pm | 8am–8pm | CLOSED | 8am–5pm | CLOSED |
Closures: Memorial Day | Juneteenth | Independence Day