The Technology in Learning Center, or the TLC, exists to support Samford employees using classroom technology to enhance teaching and learning across the university. We can help you arrange a short-term loan for a piece of computer equipment, help you to digitize your slides, and more. If you need help with classroom technology, feel free to reach out to us.

We are located on the lower level of Davis Library, room 014 and are open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome; however, if you need to speak with a technician, please call 205-726-2662 or email support@samford.edu to arrange an appointment.

Services

Classroom Support

The TLC staff are available to support classroom technology. If you need help with technology in a classroom or would like to meet with someone before you teach in a specific classroom, please call us at 205-726-2662 or email us at support@samford.edu.  

Loans & Classroom Support

The TLC maintains an equipment pool consisting of LCD projectors, laptops, digital cameras and other technological equipment. These materials are available free of charge to faculty and staff members for classroom presentations and Samford-related travel. Equipment may normally be reserved for up to a week at a time.

Optical Scanning of Tests and Surveys

The TLC is equipped with an Apperson Advantage 1200 Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) scanner for automated scoring of tests and surveys. 

Resources

The TLC maintains a portable equipment pool consisting of LCD projectors, laptops, digital cameras and other technological equipment. These materials are available free of charge to faculty and staff members. These items may normally be reserved for up to a week at a time. You may use the form below to request equipment for your class, conference, or event. Requests should be submitted at least three days in advance. 

We have a limited amount of equipment, and it is generally in high demand. Your request is not confirmed until you receive a response from us indicating that your reservation has been completed.

Equipment Available for Short-Term Loan

  • Laptop computers
  • LCD multimedia projectors
  • Digital still camera
  • Digital video cameras

On-Site Hardware

  • Apperson Advantage 1200 OMR scanner
  • 35mm Slide & Film Scanner
  • Floppy disk drive
  • CD & DVD burners
  • Color laser printer/copier

Request Resources

Equipment Needed

If you plan to use a projector with a Macintosh computer, you must provide your own VGA adapter.

If you need a projection screen, overhead projector or slide projector, please contact the University Library circulation desk at 726-2748.

Would you like for a member of our staff to set up the equipment in the classroom or event facility? (Limited to on-campus events.)
Please include any additional information, comments, questions or suggestions.