Only active Seattle University Students, Staff, and Faculty are eligible to reserve and check out equipment. Students must be registered for the current academic quarter.
Borrowers must adhere to all Seattle University Information Technology Policies including Computer Acceptable Use Policy.
Requests may be done for Chromebooks, Bridging Hotspots and iPad Drawing kits items through the library catalog, Primo. Due to demand, items may not be available through walk-ins. All other technology listed is available for request and pickup at the Circulation Desk.
To request a Quarter loan Chrome Book be placed on hold for pick up please click here.
To request a Quarter loan Windows Based Laptop be placed on hold for pick up please click here.
To request a Bridge Hotspot be placed on hold for pick up please click here.
To request an iPad Drawing Kit be placed on hold for pick up please click here.
Software and program downloads for Chromebooks are only available at the Google Play Store. If you need software beyond that, please ask the Circulation Desk for options.
You will receive an email from the library when your request is ready. Pick up will be at the 3rd Floor Circulation Desk, and your SU ID card or a valid government-issued ID (driver's license, passport, etc.) is needed.
Multiple equipment may be checked out, but only one of each type is allowed (one laptop, one hotspot, etc.).
Previously, mail service was allowed during the 2020-2021 academic year. Currently, we are not anticipating mailing out technology. Please plan accordingly.
If you have any questions or concerns, please use the Contact the Library Form or call the Access Services Circulation Desk at 206-296-6233.
Item Type | Loan Term for Students | Renewable |
Laptops | Quarterly | Yes, 1 time |
Laptops, Day Use | Due at Library closing same day | No |
iPad Drawing Kits | 6 days | Yes, 1 time |
Noise Canceling Bluetooth Headphones | 6 Days | Yes, 1 Time |
TI-84 and other Calculators | 24 Hours | No |
Portable Blu-Ray players | 4 hours (in Library use only) | No |
Cables/Chargers (HDMI, VGA, USB-C, PC/MAC), Keyboard, and Mouses | 3 hours | No |
GSR Room Kits | 2 Hours | No |
Hotspots | 6 days | Yes, 1 time |
MPC KITS (Click here for full list) | 3 Days | Yes, 1 time |
Item Type | Loan Term for Staff/Faculty | Renewable |
Laptops | 7 days | Case-by-case basis |
Hotspots | 7 days | Case-by-case basis |
Do I need to do anything before returning technology?
For iPads, patrons must remove any personal Apple ID account and disable any passcodes. For other technology, Library staff can remove personal accounts and data once they're turned in.
iPads: Settings>Apple ID> Sign Out. Log out of your Apple ID and Settings>Touch ID & Passcode>Turn Passcode Off remove any passcodes before returning the kit to the Circulation Desk.
Chromebooks: Log out by clicking the time at the bottom right, then clicking Sign Out. At the sign in screen, you can click the arrow next to the profile name and click Remove this user.
Can I return technology items via book drops?
Please do not return technology loans via book drops. We ask that you only return these items at the Lemieux Library Circulation Desk. If it's not possible, please use the Contact the Library Form or call the Access Services Circulation Desk at 206-296-6233.
Can I return technology items via mail?
Yes, items can be sent to following address:
Attn: Access Services Department
Lemieux Library and McGoldrick Learning Commons
P.O. Box 222000
901 12th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
Please secure your package to ensure that all items mailed are received by the library.
Can you retrieve files for me?
Once staff inspects the condition of returned equipment, any personal data left on devices will be erased.
Hotspot Is Getting No Service / Weak Signals
Wireless signal may be affected by network coverage, network congestion, weather and nature, building structures, etc. You may need to move towards a window and watch whether the signal changes or not.
There's A Problem With My Device
If you're having issues with your device, consult with the library first. If you give your loan to ITS, it will not be reflected in your library account. You will need to return any damaged items to the library's Circulation Desk before you can receive another.
My Items Were Stolen
Please use the Contact the Library Form or call the Access Services Circulation Desk at 206-296-6233 about stolen items.