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Library/Computer Lab

CUPA Library

The Dirce Moroni Toulan Library of Urban and Public Affairs holds a collection of books related to the disciplines represented in the College. It is a beautiful space for study and research located on the 7th floor of the Urban Center Building.

Current Library Hours
Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Location: 770 Urban Center

Phone: 503-725-8350

CUPA Computer Lab

The UPA Computer Lab is located on the second floor of the Urban Center building at Portland State University in room 230. It is where UPA students - undergraduate and graduate - come and work on projects, check e-mail, and get support they need from our well-trained lab attendants. We have some of the most up-to-date software available on our 35 PC's and 2 Macintosh computers and workspaces available - including a computer classroom.

Lab Hours for Fall, Winter, & Spring: Summer may vary.


Monday-Thursday 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location: 230 Urban Center
Phone: 503-725-4017

CUPA Computer Classroom

The Computer Classroom in room 240 (accessible through main lab) is an instructional lab that instructors of the College may schedule to teach their courses. It offers 10 PC's and an instructor station with projector - including DVD and VHS projection. Special software, group workspace, and classroom reservations can be accomodated by arrangement.

GIS Lab

The GIS Lab, located in room 225 of the Urban Center building, is used primarily for instruction of classes utilizing GIS software taught through the School of Urban Studies and Planning. Students enrolled in those classes have access for their lab and group projects. The GIS Lab offers 12 computer stations, projector and a large format printer. Use of this lab is by arrangement only.

Please contact the lab manager for more information.