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The Gelman Library building is closed for a significant HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system maintenance project. Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library remains available for students and faculty of SMHS, GWSPH, and SON. For faculty and for students enrolled in summer courses at other GW schools, the Burns Law Library is available through August 10, 2026. 

Visit the Summer Closure 2026 webpage for information on how to access library materials and services.

Remote Access to Software

Accessing Specialized Software with the Virtual Computing Lab

A virtual computer lab (VCL) is accessible to active GW students, faculty, and staff. A VCL is a cloud-based service that allows users to run Windows-based software through a web browser. VCL allows users to access university-licensed applications 24-hours a day from home or any location with an active internet connection. It is not necessary to be on the GW campus nor on the VPN in order to access the virtual computer lab. Instructions for VCL access.

 Virtual Computer Lab
Requires VPN?No
Browser accessible?Yes, all popular internet browsers
Who has access?Active students, faculty, and staff
User data?Deleted at the end of each semester without notice.  For data protection, please store data in the cloud.  
Supported devices?Windows, Mac, Chromebooks, Linux, Tablets, Mobile Devices
International Access?Yes
Best for....Coding/statistical consultations, screen sharing, snapshots
Software availableSoftware available in the virtual computer lab

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