Beaver Nation Migration

As you prepare for your move and make last minute supply lists, don’t let advertising sway you into thinking that you have to buy a new printer to bring with you. There are many printing options around campus that make it possible to print out your class readings, worksheets, and assignments without buying one of your own.

• Valley Library: Located in the center of campus, the Library is one of the most accessible locations to print. Plan accordingly though—the computers and printers are in high demand during the day (10AM-4PM), but if you can get in early, you won’t have to worry about a long wait.  Cost: 7 cents per page (black and white) which is tracked and billed directly to your student account.

•  Milne Computer Lab: Located directly across the lawn from the Library, Milne is a much less trafficked spot where students can print.  Cost: 5 cents per page (black and white)

There are a number of other printing locations around campus that may be located in more opportune locations. You can find a complete list of printing locations around campus and pricing (each location varies) here.

• 3D printing: There are several 3D printers around OSU’s campus, but the most accessible is located in the Valley Library. Students can submit models to be printed and even watch it get printed using the live video feed. For information on modeling software and formatting, visit the Library’s 3D printing guide.  Cost: The cost is 10 cents per gram and, therefore, determined by the size of the model being printed and the amount of material required. Like all other printing, the bill is charged directly to the student’s account.

• Large-scale or conference-sized posters: Student Multimedia Services (SMS) located in the Valley Library offers affordable printing for students’ large scale posters or conference-style presentation materials. For more details on the specific measurements and services offered, consult the SMS guide.

Cost: Every term, OSU students receive one free (36” wide) poster printing per course. Make sure to double check the formatting and spelling, if you find a typo, you will have to pay for the second printing. If you decide to laminate the poster, it is a $10 charge to your student account.