The lab opened to provide a free community service for researching colleges and careers, career center Director Lesa Kerlin said. The new addition features two laser printers and eight new IBM-compatible computers loaded with software. Students can use the specialized software to search for careers and prepare for grad-uate school. The new lab is designed to make students' career searches easier. The new computers allow students to research careers with the touch of a button, Kerlin said.
Students also can get help preparing for graduate school entrance exams in the new lab.
I might not have to buy the practice books. The lab also offers services for students who have not yet decided what type of career they want. It is equipped with SIGI Plus, a computerized career guidance program. Plus is the only computer resource in the center for which students are required to make appointments, because a career specialist is needed to analyze the results. The new computer lab also has allowed the center to upgrade its current operations.