Information Technology

Technology plays a critical role in legal education—from classroom learning to final exams. At the Brandeis School of Law, our Information Technology team ensures that students, faculty, and staff have the tools and support they need to succeed in a modern learning environment.

Our dedicated IT staff provides day-to-day assistance with instructional, productivity, and communications technology, while also partnering with University of Louisville Information Technology Services to support campus-wide systems and ensure data security.

How We Support Our Students

The Law School IT Department offers:

• Technical support for email, printing, and other core academic tools
• Oversight of the student computer lab and shared resources
• Software and hardware troubleshooting and inventory management
• Exam administration and support using secure software
• Collaboration with UofL IT for secure network and voice communications

Classroom Technology

All Brandeis Law classrooms are equipped with advanced instructional tools, including electronic presentation systems, high-quality projectors, and built-in charging capabilities at every student seat. Our Breit and Hebel/JAVS Courtrooms are outfitted with courtroom-grade equipment for evidence presentation, video recording, and transcription—providing a real-world learning environment for aspiring trial attorneys.

Exams on Computer

Brandeis School of Law uses Exam4 by Extegrity, the same secure software trusted by the Kentucky Bar Exam. This platform allows students to complete exams on their laptops while blocking access to files, internet, and external programs—ensuring fairness and exam integrity.

Exam4 is available for both PC and Mac, and students receive training and support throughout the year to prepare for in-class and take-home exams.

Laptop Recommendations

Choosing a Device

Whether you're preparing for your first year or replacing an old machine, choosing the right laptop is essential to your success at Brandeis School of Law. Below are our current hardware and software recommendations for both Windows and Mac users. Make sure your device meets compatibility requirements for Exam4, our secure exam platform.

Recommended Specs

Computer Labs

Lab Use & Rules

Brandeis School of Law provides dedicated computer lab access for students, faculty, and staff. Use is governed by the Brandeis Student Handbook and UofL’s IT Acceptable Use Policy.

Lab Guidelines:

• Labs are for current Brandeis students, faculty, and staff only.
• No food or drinks allowed inside.
• Labs close 15 minutes before the Law Library closes.
• Do not modify or attempt to repair lab hardware or software.
• Keep noise to a minimum; be respectful of others.
• Avoid viewing inappropriate content.

Need help?
Report technical issues to: UofLLawIT@louisville.edu

Safe, Smart Computing

Protect your data and digital identity by following these best practices:

• Never share your passwords, even with IT or library staff.
• Delete suspicious emails immediately and avoid unknown links or attachments.
• Do not leave your devices unattended in public or shared spaces.
• Use Microsoft OneDrive or another cloud service to store important files — not the lab computer.
• Properly eject USB drives before removal to avoid file corruption.
• Log off lab computers when finished (do not shut them down).