There are two types of University of Minnesota classrooms:
- General Purpose Classrooms (GPCs) are centrally-managed, funded, and scheduled by the Office of Classroom Management. GPCs use code 110 in the University Space Management System.
- Departmental classrooms are individually-managed, supported, and scheduled by academic departments at the University of Minnesota. Departmental classrooms use code 120 in the University Space Management System.
Room types are selectable filters in Room search. If you’re looking for a place to study, try Study Space Finder. Read below for information about each classroom type.
Additional information
Standard functionality in all General Purpose Classrooms
All general purpose classrooms are equipped with a presentation system that allows for connection to the classroom's audio and video system. This includes a cable to connect your laptop, device projection, and an instructor camera. They feature a variety of seating options, including auditorium style, tables and chairs, and tablet arm chairs. In addition to these base components, GPCs may include more equipment and features. Use Room Search to select features and see photographs of the rooms.
Active Learning Classrooms (ALCs)
Active Learning Classrooms (ALCs) are classrooms designed to foster interactive, flexible, student-centered learning experiences. ALCs operate using central teaching stations and student-provided laptops. The presentation systems provided in active learning classrooms vary in the functions they provide.
All ALCs include:
- Student table displays that allow individual and group sharing
- Furniture that facilitates small-group work
- Alternate options for class structure, learning, and instruction
To learn how to incorporate active learning classroom technology while instructing, please contact us as [email protected]. You can also learn more about the University’s ALCs in the GPC ALC Tracking spreadsheet.
ALCs can be requested during open scheduling periods. Use Room Search to select the Active Learning Classroom feature and see photographs of the rooms.
Active Learning Classroom Lites (ALC Lites)
ALC Lites are similar to ALCs as they are designed to support face-to-face group interaction and collaboration without heavy technology infrastructure. ALC Lites do not have technology at each student table group.
ALC Lites include:
- Group seating arrangements of of 4-6 students
- Adequate whiteboard coverage around the classroom for student collaborative work, which could include wall mounted or mobile whiteboards
- Adequate power throughout classroom
- Instructor mobility (space to circulate)
- Front of room for instructor area with central projection screen or display
ALC Lites can be requested during open scheduling periods. Use Room Search to select the Active Learning Classroom Lite feature and see photographs of the rooms.
Departmental Classrooms Reservation and Contact Information
Departmental classrooms are individually managed, supported, and scheduled by academic departments at the University of Minnesota. They are designed to meet the specific and more specialized needs of a given department or program and can include studios, labs, and special-use classrooms.
Many departmental classrooms are scheduled using 25Live, using a separate 25Live event request form. Each of the following colleges and departments has its own specific 25Live event request form:
- Health Sciences (formally known as AHC)
- Carlson School of Management
- Dance: Barker & PC Gym only
- Law School Mondale Hall
- Theater: Rarig Only
- All other departmental rooms (by bank) that accept 25Live event requests
Finding contact information for departmental classrooms
If you have any comments or questions about a departmental classroom, contact the department that manages the classroom. To find a departmental classroom contact:
Search for the Location in 25Live.
Select the room and click on the Details tab. Contact information will appear under the Attributes and/or Location Scheduler box.
Departmental classroom changes
If you need to have departmental room details edited or a new room created in 25Live, contact [email protected]