Digital Scholarship at UCSC Libraries

Equipment for Checkout

The Digital Scholarship Department has a wide range of equipment both for checkout and in-space use. The David Kirk Digital Scholarship Commons (DSC) on the Ground Floor of  McHenry Library holds our audio, video, and design equipment along with a portion of our VR spaces and equipment. The Digital Innovation Studio (DSI) on the Lower Level of the Science & Engineering Library has equipment for 3D printing, photogrammetry, laser cutting, virtual reality, and augmented reality.

Checkout, Reservation, and Renewal

When available, take home equipment can be checked out same day (without a reservation) at the Media Desk on the Ground Floor of McHenry Library in the David Kirk Digital Scholarship Commons.  You can also book equipment ahead of time or for an extended period of time using our booking calendar.  All DSI equipment is used in the space.

Self-Service

The Digital Scholarship Commons provides access to software and equipment, but we cannot provide expert support for all functionality. The user is responsible for all work conducted on these workstations. 

Need Help?

Our tutorials provide introductions to some of the software and equipment we offer, and we can provide limited one-on-one help during our Student Support Hours.