Printing on campus just got easier and more affordable! Cabrillo College is now offering free printing and copying to all students at all campus printing locations. Forget about digging for change or worrying about print credits – accessing hard copies of your study materials is now seamless and completely free of charge. This guide will walk you through how to utilize this fantastic service and pinpoint exactly where can you print on campus.
How to Access Free Printing Services
To start printing or copying, you’ll need your student network account login details, the same credentials you use for Canvas. You’ll use these to access any campus computer workstation. Unfortunately, direct wireless printing from personal laptops or phones isn’t currently supported.
Once you’re at a campus workstation, follow these simple steps each time you need to print:
- Select the print option for your document.
- When prompted by the Equitrac printing system, log in using your network username and password. This is the same login you use for Canvas, myCabrillo, and campus Wi-Fi.
Keep in mind a few helpful tips for efficient and environmentally conscious printing:
- For single print jobs, the maximum page limit is 30 pages single-sided or 15 pages double-sided.
- For larger documents, simply send your print job in multiple segments.
- Let’s be mindful of paper consumption! Only print what you genuinely need to help minimize waste. Avoid printing entire books at once, for example.
- Need color prints? Color printing is available at the CTC locations on both the Aptos and Watsonville campuses.
Before finalizing your print job, a dialog box will appear showing the total number of pages. Wait for this box to finish calculating before clicking “Accept.” Once you click “Accept”, your print job is sent, and it’s ready for you to pick up promptly at the printer.
Discover Your Campus Printing Locations
So, where can you print for free on campus? Here’s a breakdown of locations at both the Aptos and Watsonville campuses:
Aptos Campus Printing Locations:
- Library: Conveniently located for all your research and study needs.
- The HUB: A central student area with readily available printing services.
- CTC (Computer Technology Center): Find both black and white AND color printing options here.
- Allied Health/Nursing Lab: Accessible for students in these programs.
Watsonville Campus Printing Locations:
- ILC (Instructional Learning Center): Your go-to spot for academic resources and printing.
- CTC (Computer Technology Center): Similar to the Aptos campus, offering both black and white and color printing.
For printing needs beyond the campus, such as larger projects or specialized printing, remember to explore local printing services. Public libraries often provide affordable printing, and various pay-for-print services are available in the surrounding areas. Take advantage of the free printing on campus for your everyday academic needs and make the most of this valuable student resource!
