Follow Me Printing at Ohio State University (OSU) offers a convenient and efficient way for students, faculty, and staff to print documents across all campuses. This guide will provide you with everything you need to know about utilizing Follow Me Printing at OSU, from understanding the costs and locations to downloading the necessary software.
Understanding Follow Me Printing at OSU
Follow Me Printing, sometimes referred to as “pull printing,” is a system that allows you to send print jobs to a central server and then release them at any compatible printer on campus. This eliminates the need to send print jobs directly to a specific printer, offering greater flexibility and security. Instead of being tied to a particular printer, you can print from virtually anywhere and pick up your documents at your convenience.
Benefits of Follow Me Printing at OSU:
- Convenience: Print from any location and release your job at any Follow Me printer.
- Flexibility: No need to be near a specific printer when you send your print job.
- Security: Documents are not printed until you release them, ensuring confidentiality.
- Reduced Waste: Unclaimed print jobs are automatically deleted after a period, minimizing paper waste.
Pricing for Follow Me Printing at OSU
The cost for printing via Follow Me Printing at OSU is based on paper size, whether you choose black and white or color, and the type of output. Here is a detailed breakdown of the costs:
| Costs Per Print | Dimensions | Print Type | Cost / Print |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Print | 8.5 x 11 inches | Black and White | $0.06 |
| Standard Print | 8.5 x 11 inches | Color | $0.20 |
| Large Format Print | 11 x 17 inches | Black and White | $0.20 |
| Large Format Print | 11 x 17 inches | Color | $0.50 |
| Scanned Copy | Any Size | Black and White or Color | $0.01 |
These affordable rates make Follow Me Printing a cost-effective solution for your printing needs on campus.
Locations of Follow Me Printers at OSU
Follow Me printers are strategically placed throughout all Ohio State University campuses, ensuring easy access wherever you are. You can find them in residence halls, libraries, academic buildings, and more. Below is a comprehensive list of locations, organized by campus:
Columbus Campus:
- 18th Avenue Library: 175 West 18th Avenue, Room 120
- Agricultural Engineering Building: 590 Woody Hayes Dr, Room 101, 148, 166
- Architecture Library (Knowlton Hall): 275 West Woodruff Avenue, Room 400
- Baker Hall West: 129 West 12th Avenue
- Baker Systems: 1971 Neil Ave, Room 211, 310, 351, 356
- Bolz Hall: 2036 Neil Avenue Mall, Room 415A
- Caldwell Laboratory: 2024 Neil Avenue, Room 112, 260
- Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Chemistry Building: 151 W Woodruff Avenue, Room 016, 153
- Dreese Hall: 2015 Neil Ave, Room 517, 557, 817
- Enarson Classroom Building: 2009 Millikin Road, Room 012
- Fine Arts Library: 1871 North High Street
- Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Library: 2120 Fyffe Road, 045 Agricultural Administration Building
- Gerlach Hall: 2108 Neil Ave, Building 250, Room 015, 3rd floor
- Hagerty Hall (Digital Union): 1775 College Road, 171 Digital Union
- Hitchcock Hall: 2070 Neil Avenue, Room 206, 208, 214, 216, 346
- Jones Tower: 123 West Lane Avenue
- Knowlton School of Architecture: 275 West Woodruff Avenue, 3rd Floor W, NW, NE, and E
- Lawrence Tower: 328 West Lane Avenue
- Lincoln Tower: 1810 Cannon Drive, Room 1521
- Mason Hall: 250 W Woodruff Ave, Room 005, 010, 147
- Morrill Tower: 1900 Cannon Drive, 3rd floor lobby
- Moritz College of Law Library: 55 West 12th Avenue, 2nd floor
- Music and Dance Library: 175 West 18th Avenue, 210-A 18th Avenue Library
- Neil Avenue Residence Hall: 1578 Neil Avenue
- Orton Memorial Library of Geology: 155 South Oval Mall, Room 180
- Parks Hall: 500 W. 12th Avenue, Room 104
- Prior Health Sciences Library: 376 West 10th Avenue, 1st floor
- Scott Laboratory: 201 W 19th Avenue, Room 200, 203, 205, 225, 260
- Stillman Hall (Digital Union): 1947 College Road, Room 145
- Taylor Tower: 55 West Lane Avenue
- Thompson Library: 1858 Neil Avenue Mall, Lower level and 1st floor
- Veterinary Medicine Library: 1900 Coffey Road, 225 Veterinary Medicine Academic Building
- Wilce Student Health Services: 1875 Millikin Road, Room 100
Lima Campus:
- Lima Campus Library / Cook Hall: 4240 Campus Drive
Mansfield Campus:
- Conard Hall: 1660 University Drive Mansfield, OH 44906, Room 100
- Ovalwood Hall: 1760 University Drive Mansfield, OH 44906, Room 136, 458
- Riedl Hall: 1760 University Drive Mansfield, OH 44906, Room 109
Marion Campus:
- Marion Campus Library: 1469 Mount Vernon Avenue
Newark Campus:
- Alford Center for Science and Technology (Warner Library): 1219 University Drive Newark OH 43055
- Lefevre Hall: 1199 University Drive Newark OH 43055, Room 260
- Reese Center: 1209 University Drive Newark OH 43055, Room 206
Wooster Campus:
- Halterman Hall: 2055 Garrison Dr Wooster, OH 44691, Room 128, 203
- Fisher Auditorium: 1680 Madison Ave., Wooster, Ohio 44691, Room 126
This extensive network of locations ensures you are never far from a Follow Me printer on any OSU campus.
How to Use Follow Me Printing: Software Download
To utilize Follow Me Printing from your personal laptop or computer, you will need to install specific software packages provided by OSU. This software allows you to wirelessly send print jobs from your device to the Follow Me Printing system.
Steps to get started with Follow Me Printing from your personal device:
- Ensure you are on the OSU network: Connect your laptop or computer to the campus Wi-Fi network.
- Download the software: Visit the [OSU Follow Me Printing software download page](link-to-osu-printing-software – placeholder – replace with actual OSU link). Choose the appropriate package for your operating system (Windows or macOS).
- Install the software: Follow the installation instructions provided for the downloaded package.
- Print as usual: After installation, simply select the “Follow Me Printing” printer option when you print from any application.
- Release your print job: Go to any Follow Me printer location on campus, swipe your BuckID or use the release station interface, and select your print job to release and print your documents.
Using Firefox browser is recommended for an enhanced online experience when downloading and managing your print jobs.
Need a Refund for Follow Me Printing?
If you encounter any issues with Follow Me Printing and require a refund, Ohio State University provides a straightforward process. You can submit a refund request online through the official form.
For refund requests, please submit the Follow Me Printing Refund Request online form.
Follow Me Printing at OSU is designed to make printing on campus as easy and convenient as possible. With printers located across all campuses and simple software for personal devices, you can efficiently manage your printing needs.
