Our contribution to more inclusion: The room for barrier-free working in the WU Library

Do you need a large font keyboard or a Braille printer? Are you looking for a room where you can write an exam without distractions?

Der Raum für barrierefreies Arbeiten in der WU Bibliothek.

Der Raum für barrierefreies Arbeiten in der WU Bibliothek. The room for barrier-free working in the WU Library.

In the room for barrier-free working you will find, among other things, technical aids for people with (visual) impairments.

What characterises the room?

State-of-the-art technology is available in the room for barrier-free working. For example, there is a PC with a Braille display and a printer that can also emboss. The screen reader has a read-aloud function and the option of displaying texts in different contrasts.

Brailledrucker/ Braille printer

Brailledrucker/ Braille printer

The learning and workspace was planned in such a way that wheelchair users can also use it without any problems. For example, the tables are height-adjustable without steps. The room cannot be seen from outside, which means you can work here undisturbed.

Bildschirmlesegerät mit Vorlesefunktion / Screen reader with read-aloud function

Bildschirmlesegerät mit Vorlesefunktion / Screen reader with read-aloud function

Where can I find the room?

The room for barrier-free working is located in the library centre on level 4 in room LC.4.026. If you would like to use the room, simply send us an email to bibliothek@wu.ac.at.

The colleagues from the library will also be happy to give you an introduction to using the technical equipment.

BeAble – undisturbed exam writing

In cooperation with the WU programme BeAble – Unhindered Studying! you can also use the room to write an exam without distraction. If you need the room for an exam, please contact beable@wu.ac.at.