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Teaching Theaters

The University's three teaching theaters, Alkek 250, Centennial Hall 157, and the LBJ Student Center 4-16.1, represent the intersection of integrated media and large classrooms. By using a diverse array of media, the Teaching Theaters provide a creative teaching and learning environment. Staff provides consultation and assistance with the use of media in a large classroom setting.

Alkek teaching theater
The Alkek Library Teaching Theater

Workstation Equipment           
 Mac computer
 Dell computer
 Laptop connections
 Document camera
 VCR/ DVD player
 Amp/ Mixer
 Wireless lavaliere/ handheld microphones
 Wireless PowerPoint Advancer
 Laser pointer
 2- LCD projectors can be used as single or dual screen

 Presenter's lectern w/ mounted microphone.

 

Mac computer software:  OSX (OS 10.6x), Microsoft Office 2011 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Firefox, Safari, iTunes, QuickTime, Realplayer, Flash player, Shockwave player, Flip 4 Mac (Windows Media Player files), VLC (Flash video & Divx), CD/ DVD player software, Stuffit Expander.

Dell computer software:  Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Office 2010, Microsoft Forefront Antivirus Software, Adobe Reader, Firefox, Internet Explorer, iTunes, QuickTime, Realplayer Alternative, Shockwave Player, Flash Player, Windows Media Player, Divx, VLC player, Audacity, DVD playing software, CD authoring software.

Services by request:  CPS eInstruction, Turning Point Technologies, Camtasia Relay, Adobe Connect, video streaming (steaming available from the theater to one other designated location. Advance notice and additional fees required).

Seating capacities:  Alkek (386 pp + 6 handicap spaces), Centennial Hall (381 pp + 6 handicap spaces).

The theaters are wheelchair accessible.

Hearing assistance devices available upon request.

Teaching Theater Reservations

The Alkek and Centennial Hall Teaching Theaters may be reserved for special events, conferences, and guest speakers.  Please read the attached document, Reservation Policies & Fee Schedule for more information.  

 

To request  a reservation for the Alkek or Centennial Hall Teaching Theater  you will need to complete and submit  the RESERVATION REQUEST FORM.   Your request will be confirmed within 3- 5 business days.    Requests submitted in less than 3 business days cannot be guaranteed.

PLEASE NOTE:  For information regarding the LBJ Student Center Teaching Theater please contact LBJSC Reservations at 512-245-2264.  We do not process reservation requests for the LBJ Student Center.

Contact:        Mary Alice Garcia      512-245-2319         mg08@txstate.edu


Information and Request Forms


Contacts

Renee Ness, Supervisor, Teaching Theater Support   512-245-6379   ln12@txstate.edu

Mary Alice Garcia, Administrative Assistant III, 512-245-2319  mg08@txstate.edu

Ken Smith, Media Technician- Alkek, 512-245-3700  ks05@txstate.edu

Brianne Corn, Media Technician- Centennial Hall, 512-245-1473  bc22@txstate.edu