Computer Labs
History
The SIPA computer lab was first created in 1985 with a grant from the Aurora project. The expansion of SIPA's computer resources in the Nineties reflected the transition of international affairs and public administration from a qualitative to a quantitative science. In 1995, the lab was named the Picker Computer Center to honor former SIPA dean Harvey Picker, whose generous gift enabled the school to expand and upgrade its computer resources. The lab developed into an instructional facility providing students with the skills needed to compete in the current job market. Students learn the fundamentals of research design, measurement, and data analysis using statistical packages. Computer-based simulations supplement classroom instruction in economics and statistics courses. To meet the school's increasing demands, the computer center is upgraded regularly. The instructional lab is located in 510A IAB, a smaller lab in the Lehman Library (321B), and a 24-hour computers on the 6th floor.
SIPA IT Network Use Policy
By logging in to the SIPA Network, users agree to comply with all the University and SIPA IT and acceptable use policies.
- Do not share your SIPA network login information with anyone. Passwords must be changed every 180 days.
- Network disk quota is limited for school work related file storage. This storage is a community resource, and this policy is intended to ensure equitable usage of this shared commodity.
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Do not store any personal identifiable information, such as documents that have SSN, DOB, VISA, Passport information or Credit Card information. These will be removed by the system on periodic scans.
- Do not store audio, video or image files on the network. Please use external drive for storage.
- Do not backup files from your personal computer onto the network.
- Disk and storage space will be monitored, and multimedia files may be removed.
- Remember to logoff the system when you finish work. This will help to protect your data and prevent any unauthorized access.
Lab Fees & Access
SIPA labs are open to all SIPA students. Non-SIPA students have limited guest access to attend classes in the Instructional lab. All registered SIPA students are billed automatically a fee each semester during the academic year based on their program. Summer IDs can be purchased by paying the $200 term fee for all programs except PESP, for which the lab fee is $250 per term.. All students must have their CUID validated in the 510 SIPA Lab each term in order to access its network resources.
Non-SIPA students are issued a guest ID to attend a class in the 510A SIPA instructional lab. Guest IDs are issued after information is received from the Office of Student Affairs in the second week of classes. Non-SIPA students who wish to use the SIPA computer lab outside of regular class/recitation time must pay $200 per semester (payable by check or cash in 510 IAB).
Dual degree students should contact the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) to ensure that they are on the list of dual-degree students when not in residence at SIPA. OSA will provide the necessary information for dual degree students to SIPA IT, who will then renew their ID for the Fall or Spring term.
All ID related transactions are conducted in room 510 IAB during business hours, Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Every effort is made to process all IDs within 2 business days. Faculty must request an ID for use in the SIPA computer lab through the department administrator.
All users registered at SIPA will be issued courtesy non-refundable $60 worth of print credit each term. Additional print credit can be purchased in 510 SIPA lab during business hours. They can purchase credit in increments of $1 for 25 pages of black and white laser printing per semester. The cost is $0.40 per page for color printing. Please plan your purchase as any unused funds are not refundable.
SIPA IT Lab Schedule
All SIPA classes in the Instructional Computer Lab (room 510A) are scheduled by the Office of Academic Affairs. All students must have a valid SIPA Lab ID to use the resources. The lab hours vary by location. See the complete schedule for Fall, Spring and Summer for the 510A, 321B and 6th floor IAB.
The lab hours vary by location. See the complete schedule for Fall, Spring and Summer for the 510A, 321B and 6th floor IAB.
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6th floor:
Open
321B Lab:
Closed till September 6
Effective September 4 (Subject to Lehman Library schedule)
Monday-Friday, 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday- Closed
Sunday, Closed510A Instructional Lab:
Monday, 9/2: University Holiday
Effective September 4 (subject to change)
Monday-Thursday, 8:30 am – 11:00 pm
Friday, 8:30 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday-Sunday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pmElection Day
Tuesday, 11/8: Closed. University HolidayThanksgiving, November 28 - November 29
Wednesday, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm (tentative)
Thursday-Friday, Closed. University Holiday
Saturday-Sunday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pmPlease consult the schedule posted outside the lab every week for changes and instructional lab hours. Only students in the class are allowed in Room 510A during the instructional lab.
Winter Intersession, December 23, 2024 - January 21, 2025
Christmas Holiday: 12/25-12/26: University Holidays
New Year Holiday: 1/2-1/3: University Holidays- 510A Instructional Lab: TBD
- Note: The lab may close early before the Holidays
- 321B: Closed
- 6th floor: 24-hour access is available on the 6th floor. These labs are equipped with 8 systems, four HP LaserJet printers.
- Services Closed During Holidays
- AV and VC services unavailable during the Intersession.
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510A Instructional Lab:
Effective January 5-January 17, 2025
Monday-Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday- Closed
Sunday, Closed
Monday, 1/17: University HolidayEffective January 21 (subject to change)
Monday-Thursday, 8:30 am – 11:00 pm
Friday, 8:30 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday- Sunday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pmSpring Break, March 17-21 TBD
321B Lab:
Closed till January 31
Effective February 1 (Subject to Lehman Library schedule)
Monday-Friday, 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday- Closed
Sunday, Closed6th floor:
24-hour access
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6th floor:
Open
321B Lab:
Closed till September 6
510A Instructional Lab:
Effective April 26 - May 23, 2022
Monday-Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday-Sunday, ClosedEffective May 24 - May 31 (subject to change)
Monday, Thursday-Friday, 9:00 am – 7:00 pm (Monday, 5/31: Closed - University Holiday)
Tuesday-Wednesday, 9:00 am - 9:45pm
Saturday-Sunday, ClosedEffective June 1 - August 1
Monday, Thursday-Friday, 8:30 am – 7:00 pm (Monday, 5/31: Closed - University Holiday; Friday, 6/18: Closed - University Holiday)
Tuesday-Wednesday, 9:00 am - 9:45pm
Saturday-Sunday, ClosedEffective August 2 - August 22 (subject to change)
Monday-Friday, 8:30 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday-Sunday, ClosedEffective August 23 - September 5 (subject to change)
Monday-Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday-Sunday, Closed