GEMS Center Hours & Offerings
GEMS Offices
The GEMS Center main office (CN 1.126) is open Monday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; however, the GEMS Center classrooms, GEMS Lab, and Writing Center have variable hours, depending on current offerings.
GEMS Computing Lab and Math Lab (CN 1.206)
The GEMS Lab is a proctored, secure environment supporting a limited array of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) courses. All students entering for any reason are required to present a valid UTD Comet Card prior to admittance, and personal technology (e.g. cell phones, MP3 players, pagers, other wireless devices, etc.) are strictly prohibited.
In addition, no food, beverages, water bottles and/or other beverage containers are permitted. Spilled beverages create a potential safety hazard due to the numerous electrical connections and computers. Spilled beverages and food particles also shorten the life of computer equipment, furniture and carpeting, and attract ants and other pests, all of which increase maintenance costs which we would rather put toward GEMS student success initiatives. Fortunately, the Conference Center lobby and adjacent outdoor spaces provide excellent areas in which to take a break from GEMS Lab activities.
Consult with a GEMS Desk worker for additional information, and check out our online resources, as well. With the exception of University closings, GEMS Lab hours are:
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The Math Lab is located at the back of the GEMS Lab and offers an extensive array of one-to-one and small group tutoring in a wide array of mathematics subjects. Whether you are striving to turn a B into an A or needing to refresh your math skills, the Math Lab is the place to visit. Walk-ins and appointments are accepted; so, consult with a Math Lab tutor or call 972.883.6737 for additional information. Be sure to check out our online resources, as well. With the exception of University closings, Math Lab hours are:
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Note: The GEMS Lab is not a general purpose computer lab; as such, computers have limited Internet access and do not have Microsoft Office software available.
PLTL/SI/Instructional Classrooms (CN 1.202 and 1.204)
Located adjacent to the GEMS Lab, the GEMS Center classrooms are scheduled primarily for peer-led team learning (PLTL), supplemental instruction (SI), a limited array of GEMS-related courses, and associated meetings. Students participating in PLTL contract through a faculty member; schedules are sent to students and posted on classroom doors. With the exception of University closings, the current SI schedule, open to UTD students enrolled in the courses listed here are:
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Writing Center (CN 1.302)
Located in the northwest corner of the GEMS Center (near the women's restroom), The Writing Center currently offers limited hours primarily by appointment only. Call 972.883.6736 or send an e-mail message for more information. To view the Writing Center FAQ, click here. Be sure to check out our online resources, as well.With the exception of University closings, hours are:
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11:15a – 12:45p |
9a – 12p 4p –7:00p |
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9a –12p 2p – 4:15p |
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Page last updated on May 15, 2009 .
