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First Year Page

Law Library Information and resources for First Year Law Students at the Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University

First Year Page

Welcome First Year Students to the Law Library at Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University

The Law Library is your one-stop location for legal information needs. You can access our digital resources from anywhere, including through your smart phone, or mobile device. Our website provides comprehensive, and exhaustive, legal information resources and links including the combined Law Library, and Duquesne University Catalog (LOCATE). An e-newsletter, "Law Library News", is sent to your DU email address to keep you informed of the latest developments in legal information at the Law Library, and throughout the profession.

The Law Library Orientation Video

Please view the following recording to Meet the Law Library Team, Hear accounts from fellow Duquesne Kline Students about how the Law Library has enhanced their Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University experience, and view a tour of the law library's facilities (3 floors): Law Library Orientation and Introduction

Law Library Regular Hours of Operation

Please visit the Law Library's hours page for more information regarding hours of operation.

Information Technology (from the Law IT Page) & Printing (DU Portal link)

The IT Department at Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University provides support for faculty/staff technology needs, as well as management of classroom technology, the Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University website, and printing (Canvas Page, OR contact lawit@duq.edu , OR visit Law IT Room 314 of Kline School of Law, or phone 412.396.5533).

Support for Students

New students should visit the New Student Technology Guide (Canvas page) or contact lawit@duq.edu to answer the most common questions with information for configuring your MultiPass account and connecting to the wireless network, DuqNet. You can visit the Law IT Department, during regular weekday hours, located at Room 314, 3rd Floor of the Law School, or call 412.396.5533.

Law Library Computers

There are computers for student and patron use on all three floors of the Law Library. All computers have current Windows, Microsoft Office, and are connected to our printing system.

Electrical Outlets

Every seat in the Library is equipped with an electrical outlet, as well as all seats in the classrooms. Some seats also have USB plugs for charging smartphones and tablets.

Printers & Wireless Printing

The Law Library houses two print centers for student use and students are currently allocated up to 3,000 pages per year at no charge. Learn more about printing from your laptop to a Law Library printer.

Getting Assistance

CTS (University IT) - issues with Wireless, email and MultiPass (password)

CTS Service Center
Located on Second Floor of Union
412.396.4357
help@duq.edu

Law School IT Department - issues with printing, classroom technology, exams software, pharos printing, Law Library computers (and all associated technologies)

Please send an email to: lawit@duq.edu