The UCR Library upgraded its gaming and media viewing rooms to better serve both recreational and academic purposes.
Each space now features enhanced technology and refreshed interiors to help meet the needs of students and faculty alike.
Students can now access dedicated platforms in each gaming room. One room is equipped with an Xbox Series X and an Xbox 360 while the other gaming room has a PlayStation 5 Pro, a Playstation 3, and a Playstation 2. A Nintendo Switch has also been added to the lineup and is available for checkout and use in the gaming rooms.
Upgrades included the installation of larger 4K TVs which support the latest format media, new carpet, and fresh paint, creating a more inviting environment. New furniture was selected for comfort, usability, and durability, accommodating both individuals and small groups, with flexibility for quick breaks, extended sessions, or collaborative assignments.
Our two media viewing rooms received similar enhancements (new larger 4K TVs, new furniture, new carpet, and fresh paint), offering updated spaces where students and faculty can watch films, analyze media for coursework, or host small group screenings. Together, these updates ensure equitable access to technology that many may not have at home while also supporting diverse teaching and learning needs.
We hope these enhancements will become an even greater attraction for teaching and collaboration. These enhanced spaces and upgraded technology create more opportunities to integrate gaming or media into coursework, support group projects, and explore different approaches to learning.