HOW THE CAMERA SERVICES LOTTERY WORKS
What It Is
A fair and transparent system for determining access to camera gear for Student Productions classes. This process ensures equal opportunity for all eligible students and eliminates the need to line up early for reservations.
Who Can Participate
- Students currently enrolled in Student Productions 390, 490, 600, 650, or 680
- Must submit the Camera Lottery Form during the designated submission window
Where
- Location: COM 109 (Camera Equipment Room)
When
Form Submission Window:
- Must be submitted two weeks before your intended checkout date
- Opens: Wednesday, 9:00 AM
- Closes: Thursday, 12:00 PM
Lottery Drawing:
- The lottery occurs two weeks prior to the checkout week
- Thursday, 12:15 PM
- COM 109 (attendance optional)
Lottery Results:
- Emailed Monday following the lottery (10 days before checkout)
- Students can also email or visit COM 109 to check their lottery number
How It Works
- Students who submit forms within the window are automatically entered into the lottery
- Each participant receives a random lottery number
- Equipment reservation forms are processed starting with the lowest lottery number drawn
Missed the Lottery?
- Students who miss the official lottery window may still submit a reservation form
- Forms are accepted up to two (2) days before the intended pick-up date
- Late forms are time and date stamped and processed after all lottery reservations
Camera Services Lottery