Facilities
The Berks Media Commons includes five iMac editing stations (T126, T128, T130, T127 and alcove), the One Button Studio (T127), and the Whisper Room (T126A). iMac computers include Adobe Creative Cloud programs, iMovie and GarageBand. All rooms must be reserved.
The library also loans equipment such as cameras, tripods, and microphones, or portable green screens.
Online options for completing multimedia projects include Adobe Premiere Rush and Adobe CC Express. Learn more about Adobe Creative Cloud at Penn State.
Information for Faculty
Conceiving and Planning a Successful Multimedia-based Classroom Assignment
Read about faculty projects with Media Commons.
Providing students with the required skills
Our regional Media Commons Consultant, Carla Seward, supports the eastern campuses of Penn State University by providing technology training for students. Watch for email notifications from the Center for Learning & Teaching to schedule your classroom visits from Carla.
Information for Students
There are many ways Berks students can get assistance when working on digital media editing projects.
Call the Media Commons Hotline: 1-866-266-7496
Phones are provided at each of our Media Commons workstations to call directly to the hotline. The consultant can remotely view your screen and assist with questions.
Summer 2022 Hours:
Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Ask questions by e-mail
Send an email to [email protected]
View Tutorials on the Media Commons website
Tutorials covering popular topics are available on the Media Commons website.
Live Online Chat
Click the chat icon on any page on the Media Commons website.