SCSU Assistive Technology Lending Library
Try before you buy!
St. Cloud State University Assistive Technology Lending Library
The St. Cloud State University Assistive Technology Lending Library (SCSU ATLL) at the SCSU Communication and Sciences Department provides demonstrations and short-term or open-ended loans of accessible technology to students, parents, faculty, and individuals with disabilities across Minnesota. We are a partner with the Minnesota Assistive Technology for All (MNAT4ALL) program through the Minnesota System of Technology to Achieve Results (MNSTAR) department.
Try Before You Buy!
SCSU ATLL supports Minnesota residents with disabilities who want more information or to try an assistive technology device before buying. We provide education, resources, and hands-on interactions with assistive technology, aiming to make the world more inclusive by addressing and eliminating barriers that exist in the classroom, work environment, or everyday life.
Library Offerings
The SCSU ATLL offers demonstrations in person or via Zoom for individuals, classrooms, faculty members, and community members. Schedule a demonstration to learn more about our assistive technology program, which may improve people’s education, employment, or activities of daily living. Assistive Technology is available in the following areas:
- Computers and related peripherals
- Daily living
- Environmental controls
- Hearing
- Learning, cognition, development
- Speech communication
- Vision
Device Checkout
Community members and Minnesota residents can borrow an assistive technology device for up to 45 days. Devices can be mailed to the individual once an account is created on the MNAT4ALL website or picked up in person on the campus of St. Cloud State University. Items may be returned in person or shipped back to St. Cloud State University (lendee pays for shipping).
Create or log into an existing account to request a device on the Minnesota Assistive Technology for All website.
Go Talk device with recorded messages
Core communication books
Daily Living Kit to help with reaching, medication management, waking up if hearing impaired, and more
BigMac communication devices
Page-turning device for individuals who have difficulty using their hands
Communication system for cooking using symbols
