Tech Suites
During the renovation of the entrance (main) floor of the Library, most Tech Suites are not available. At this time only one Tech Suite, 316, is open for student reservations. Access to all Tech Suites will be restored once the renovation is complete in fall 2026. Meanwhile we welcome students to use open group study spaces on the upper (third) floor, and suggest seeking Tech Suites in the Innovation Studio or Unity Hall.
About Our Tech Suites
Tech Suites are the perfect place for group collaboration for current undergraduate and graduate students. Supported by the latest technology, they create an environment conducive to productive interaction and the exchange of ideas. These private work areas offer a wonderful opportunity for users to consult in small groups, meet with advisors, work together on group projects, and engage in research consultations. You are invited to reserve one by telephone, online, or in-person.
How to Reserve a Tech Suite
You can reserve a Tech Suite online. During library hours, you may also reserve a space in person at the Tech Suite Reservation Station, located at the end of the Information Desk, or by calling the Tech Suites Desk at 508-831-5094.
The library offers group Tech Suites as well as three individual spaces: two Phone Booths for private, individual work and the Interview Room for private virtual conversations.
Equipment Available in the Tech Suites
Our Tech Suites are designed to comfortably support your needs. They can accommodate groups of up to 8 and come equipped with the following standard technology:
- 50" plasma display
- Two additional network ports
- Whiteboard with markers and eraser
- Wireless screen sharing via Solstice POD
The following additional equipment may be checked out separately for up to three hours at the Information Desk:
- HDMI cables ($40 replacement charge each)
- Webcam
To report technical problems, please contact the Technology Helpdesk at x5888. Please also let library staff know of any problems so that we can alert other Tech Suite users.
Policies and Procedures
Only WPI undergraduate, graduate and Mass Academy students may reserve and occupy these suites for activities of an academic nature.
- Reservations may be made for up to 3 hours and up to 2 weeks in advance.
- Due to high demand, groups are limited to 2 reservations per week.
- Tech Suites are intended for groups of two or more and may not be used as individual private study spaces.
- Users must borrow a key for their reserved room from the Tech Suite Reservation Desk.
- Keys returned after the reservation end time are subject to a $1-per-minute late fee.
- Reservations may be canceled if a group is more than 10 minutes late picking up the key for its reserved room.
- The suites are intended for use by groups of two or more, not as individual private study spaces.
- Use of the suites is available during the Library's normal business hours. To allow library staff sufficient time to secure the building, suites will close 30 minutes before the rest of the building.
- The door must remain closed and the room locked when not in use.
- Users must retrieve a key from the Information Desk to access the reserved suite and return the key when finished with the room.
- You will need your WPI ID to check out the key for the Tech Suite Desk you have reserved.
- The person responsible for the key is also financially responsible for any damage to the room or equipment ($50 fee for the replacement key and an additional fee for the lock replacement).
- Keys may not be taken out of the building.
Phone Booths and Interview Room
These three spaces are designed for individual use and each includes one seat and workspace. They do not include computers or monitors; however, each room has a desk lamp with phone-charging capability.
Reservation and use policies for these individual spaces are the same as those for Tech Suites.
For assistance reserving or using any Tech Suite or individual space, visit the Tech Suite Desk or call 508-831-5094.