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==SAM Lab (Student Access Media Lab)==
 
==SAM Lab (Student Access Media Lab)==
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The SAM Lab at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) is a cutting-edge media production facility designed to support student creativity, academic exploration, and collaborative innovation across all disciplines. Whether you're studying arts, sciences, education, business, or humanities, the SAM Lab provides the tools and space to enhance your projects with professional-grade media production.
 
The SAM Lab at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) is a cutting-edge media production facility designed to support student creativity, academic exploration, and collaborative innovation across all disciplines. Whether you're studying arts, sciences, education, business, or humanities, the SAM Lab provides the tools and space to enhance your projects with professional-grade media production.
 
This lab is not limited to media or communications majors—it is a cross-disciplinary resource that encourages students from all academic backgrounds to integrate digital storytelling, visual communication, and multimedia into their coursework and creative endeavors. From science presentations with dynamic visuals to history documentaries, podcast interviews for sociology, or promotional materials for student-led initiatives, the SAM Lab empowers students to elevate their work through media.
 
This lab is not limited to media or communications majors—it is a cross-disciplinary resource that encourages students from all academic backgrounds to integrate digital storytelling, visual communication, and multimedia into their coursework and creative endeavors. From science presentations with dynamic visuals to history documentaries, podcast interviews for sociology, or promotional materials for student-led initiatives, the SAM Lab empowers students to elevate their work through media.
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The mission of the Student Access Media (SAM) Lab at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is to foster innovation, creativity, and technical proficiency by providing students from all disciplines with equitable access to cutting-edge media tools and collaborative learning environments.
 
The mission of the Student Access Media (SAM) Lab at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is to foster innovation, creativity, and technical proficiency by providing students from all disciplines with equitable access to cutting-edge media tools and collaborative learning environments.
 
We aim to support academic success, personal expression, and professional development through hands-on experiences in digital media production, guided by a commitment to inclusivity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community engagement.
 
We aim to support academic success, personal expression, and professional development through hands-on experiences in digital media production, guided by a commitment to inclusivity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community engagement.
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[[File:Sam Guitar.png|400px|center]]
 
==What the SAM Lab Offers==
 
==What the SAM Lab Offers==
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Multimedia Workstations with Adobe Creative Cloud, Ableton Live, Audacity, and other professional software.
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*'''Multimedia Workstations''' with Adobe Creative Cloud, Ableton Live, Audacity, and other professional software.
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Audio and Video Recording Studios for podcasting, voiceovers, and video shoots.
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*'''Audio and Video Recording Studios''' for podcasting, voiceovers, and video shoots.
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Dual-monitor Editing Bays for advanced video and graphic design workflows.
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*'''Dual-monitor Editing Bays''' for advanced video and graphic design workflows.
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A Sound Booth for clean audio capture and editing.
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*'''A Sound Booth''' for clean audio capture and editing.
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Film Production Studio for group projects and media shoots.
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*'''Film Production Studio''' for group projects and media shoots.
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Support Staff available to assist with equipment, software, and project planning.
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*'''Support Staff''' available to assist with equipment, software, and project planning.
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[[File:Sam Rodecaster.png|400px|center]]
 
==What you can do in the SAM Lab==
 
==What you can do in the SAM Lab==
 
* Video Creation (with Premiere Pro)
 
* Video Creation (with Premiere Pro)
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* Graphic Design (With Illustrator and Photoshop)
 
* Graphic Design (With Illustrator and Photoshop)
 
* Photo Editing (with Photoshop)
 
* Photo Editing (with Photoshop)
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==Reservation Guidelines==
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== How to Book an Appointment ==
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To ensure fair and efficient access to resources, students can reserve SAM Lab spaces through MCLA’s technology services. Policies are modeled after similar college media labs and include:
 
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*Reservation Platform: Students may request reservations via the MCLA Portal or through a dedicated SAM Lab booking form available on the TechHelp site.
 
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*Time Limits: Reservations are typically available in blocks of up to 3 hours per session. Longer sessions may be approved based on project needs and availability.
 
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*Faculty Support: For certain equipment or studio reservations—especially those involving advanced production tools or extended time blocks—faculty approval or support may be required. This ensures alignment with academic goals and responsible use of resources.
 
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*Eligibility: Current MCLA students with a valid ID and active MCLA account are eligible to reserve lab spaces. Faculty and staff may also use the lab for academic or instructional purposes.
 
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*Walk-ins: Walk-in use is permitted when space is available, but reservations take priority.
 
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*Support Matching: SAM Lab staff can help match students with the best workstation or studio for their project needs.
 
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*Policies: Users must follow lab policies regarding food, equipment handling, and data storage. External drives are recommended for saving work.
 
  
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==Showcase of Student Work==
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=== Visit the following Bookings Site: [https://outlook.office.com/book/MCLAStudentAccessMediaLab@mcla.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled The Student Access Media Lab Bookings Site] ===
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'''Onboarding Consultation (Required for New Users)'''
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# Brand-new lab users must [https://outlook.office.com/book/MCLAStudentAccessMediaLab@mcla.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled  schedule] a Lab User Onboarding Consultation Meeting.
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# This meeting will cover:
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## Your plan for using the lab
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## How the lab can help you achieve your goals
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'''After the Onboarding Meeting (Existing Users)'''
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# Go to [https://outlook.office.com/book/MCLAStudentAccessMediaLab@mcla.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled the Bookings page] to schedule your session.
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# Choose the correct category for your project:
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## Podcasting
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## Video Editing
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## Sound Editing
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## Video Recording
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## Sound Recording
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## Photoshoot
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'''Important Booking Guidelines'''
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# Answer all questions thoroughly. Incomplete information may result in cancellation.
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You will receive:
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# A confirmation email
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# A day-of appointment rundown
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Be sure to read the email that is sent to you and email mediaservices@mcla.edu with any questions.
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Pick a time carefully for both appointments to avoid rescheduling.
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Rescheduling could delay your appointment by days or even weeks.
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== Additional Information ==
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'''Lab Assistance'''
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SAM Lab staff can help match students with the best workstation or space for their project needs.
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'''Scheduling Rules'''
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* Times are set when booking; changes are not guaranteed after confirmation.
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* For certain equipment or extended time blocks, faculty approval may be required to ensure alignment with academic goals.
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'''Eligibility'''
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* Current MCLA students with a valid ID and active account can reserve lab spaces.
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* Faculty and staff may also use the lab for academic or instructional purposes.
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'''Walk-In Policy'''
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* Walk-ins are allowed when space is available, but reservations take priority.
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* Walk-ins can only be done when an Onboarding Consultation Meeting has been done.
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* Walk-ins can only be done for Work Station based projects.
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'''Lab Policies'''
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* Follow rules regarding:
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# Food
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# Equipment handling
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# Bringing your own Data storage
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==Showcase of Student Work ==
 
Students and faculty can view selected projects created in the SAM Lab on Microsoft Stream, MCLA’s secure video hosting platform. This showcase includes:
 
Students and faculty can view selected projects created in the SAM Lab on Microsoft Stream, MCLA’s secure video hosting platform. This showcase includes:
 
*Student-produced podcasts
 
*Student-produced podcasts
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*Event coverage and promotional media
 
*Event coverage and promotional media
 
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To explore the gallery, visit the MCLA Microsoft Stream channel (accessible via your MCLA Office 365 account). Faculty may also curate playlists for class-specific projects or interdisciplinary showcases.
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To explore the gallery, visit the [https://mcla.sharepoint.com/sites/StudentAccessMediaLab/SAM%20Lab%20Videos/Forms/All%20media.aspx MCLA SAM Lab community channel](accessible via your MCLA Office 365 account). Faculty may also curate playlists for class-specific projects or interdisciplinary showcases.
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* [https://mcla.sharepoint.com/sites/StudentAccessMediaLab/SAM%20Lab%20Videos/Forms/All%20media.aspx MCLA SAM Lab Community Channel]
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==Equipment==
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For public videos, you can also check out the SAM Lab YouTube channel here:
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* [https://www.youtube.com/@SAMLabatMCLA MCLA SAM Lab YouTube channel]
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==Follow our Social Media Accounts==
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To stay up to date with the Lab, the projects we are working on and new tools for further creativity, follow our socials found on through our [https://linktr.ee/MCLAMedia Linktree Link ]
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*Our Linktree can also be found on our socials so keep an eye out for them on Instagram and Youtube as well.
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==Noteable Equipment Avaliable for Lab Use==
 
*[[M-Audio Oxygen Pro 49]] (On Workstation)
 
*[[M-Audio Oxygen Pro 49]] (On Workstation)
 
*[[Focusrite Scarlett 16i16]] (On Workstation)
 
*[[Focusrite Scarlett 16i16]] (On Workstation)

Latest revision as of 20:11, 20 November 2025

SAM Lab (Student Access Media Lab)

The SAM Lab at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) is a cutting-edge media production facility designed to support student creativity, academic exploration, and collaborative innovation across all disciplines. Whether you're studying arts, sciences, education, business, or humanities, the SAM Lab provides the tools and space to enhance your projects with professional-grade media production. This lab is not limited to media or communications majors—it is a cross-disciplinary resource that encourages students from all academic backgrounds to integrate digital storytelling, visual communication, and multimedia into their coursework and creative endeavors. From science presentations with dynamic visuals to history documentaries, podcast interviews for sociology, or promotional materials for student-led initiatives, the SAM Lab empowers students to elevate their work through media.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Student Access Media (SAM) Lab at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is to foster innovation, creativity, and technical proficiency by providing students from all disciplines with equitable access to cutting-edge media tools and collaborative learning environments. We aim to support academic success, personal expression, and professional development through hands-on experiences in digital media production, guided by a commitment to inclusivity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community engagement.

Sam Guitar.png

What the SAM Lab Offers

  • Multimedia Workstations with Adobe Creative Cloud, Ableton Live, Audacity, and other professional software.
  • Audio and Video Recording Studios for podcasting, voiceovers, and video shoots.
  • Dual-monitor Editing Bays for advanced video and graphic design workflows.
  • A Sound Booth for clean audio capture and editing.
  • Film Production Studio for group projects and media shoots.
  • Support Staff available to assist with equipment, software, and project planning.
Sam Rodecaster.png

What you can do in the SAM Lab

  • Video Creation (with Premiere Pro)
  • Sound Recording (with Reaper)
  • Sound Editing (With Audition)
  • Podcasting (Via the Rodecaster Pro II)
  • Music Creation (with Reaper)
  • Graphic Design (With Illustrator and Photoshop)
  • Photo Editing (with Photoshop)
Sam Workstation.png

How to Book an Appointment

Visit the following Bookings Site: The Student Access Media Lab Bookings Site

Onboarding Consultation (Required for New Users)

  1. Brand-new lab users must schedule a Lab User Onboarding Consultation Meeting.
  2. This meeting will cover:
    1. Your plan for using the lab
    2. How the lab can help you achieve your goals

After the Onboarding Meeting (Existing Users)

  1. Go to the Bookings page to schedule your session.
  2. Choose the correct category for your project:
    1. Podcasting
    2. Video Editing
    3. Sound Editing
    4. Video Recording
    5. Sound Recording
    6. Photoshoot

Important Booking Guidelines

  1. Answer all questions thoroughly. Incomplete information may result in cancellation.

You will receive:

  1. A confirmation email
  2. A day-of appointment rundown

Be sure to read the email that is sent to you and email mediaservices@mcla.edu with any questions. Pick a time carefully for both appointments to avoid rescheduling. Rescheduling could delay your appointment by days or even weeks.

Additional Information

Lab Assistance SAM Lab staff can help match students with the best workstation or space for their project needs.

Scheduling Rules

  • Times are set when booking; changes are not guaranteed after confirmation.
  • For certain equipment or extended time blocks, faculty approval may be required to ensure alignment with academic goals.

Eligibility

  • Current MCLA students with a valid ID and active account can reserve lab spaces.
  • Faculty and staff may also use the lab for academic or instructional purposes.

Walk-In Policy

  • Walk-ins are allowed when space is available, but reservations take priority.
  • Walk-ins can only be done when an Onboarding Consultation Meeting has been done.
  • Walk-ins can only be done for Work Station based projects.

Lab Policies

  • Follow rules regarding:
  1. Food
  2. Equipment handling
  3. Bringing your own Data storage

Showcase of Student Work

Students and faculty can view selected projects created in the SAM Lab on Microsoft Stream, MCLA’s secure video hosting platform. This showcase includes:

  • Student-produced podcasts
  • Short films and documentaries
  • Digital art and animation reels
  • Class project presentations
  • Event coverage and promotional media

To explore the gallery, visit the MCLA SAM Lab community channel(accessible via your MCLA Office 365 account). Faculty may also curate playlists for class-specific projects or interdisciplinary showcases.

For public videos, you can also check out the SAM Lab YouTube channel here:

Follow our Social Media Accounts

To stay up to date with the Lab, the projects we are working on and new tools for further creativity, follow our socials found on through our Linktree Link

  • Our Linktree can also be found on our socials so keep an eye out for them on Instagram and Youtube as well.

Noteable Equipment Avaliable for Lab Use

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