==Showcase of How to Book an Appointment == === Visit the following Bookings Site: [https://outlook.office.com/book/MCLAStudentAccessMediaLab@mcla.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled The Student Work Access Media Lab Bookings Site] ===  ---- '''Onboarding Consultation (Required for New Users)'''# Brand-new lab users must [https://outlook.office.com/book/MCLAStudentAccessMediaLab@mcla.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled schedule] a Lab User Onboarding Consultation Meeting.# This meeting will cover:## Your plan for using the lab## How the lab can help you achieve your goals '''After the Onboarding Meeting (Existing Users)'''# Go to [https://outlook.office.com/book/MCLAStudentAccessMediaLab@mcla.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled the Bookings page] to schedule your session.# Choose the correct category for your project:## Podcasting## Video Editing## Sound Editing## Video Recording## Sound Recording## Photoshoot '''Important Booking Guidelines'''# Answer all questions thoroughly. Incomplete information may result in cancellation.You will receive:# A confirmation email# A day-of appointment rundownBe 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'''COMING SOON* 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:# Food# Equipment handling# Bringing your own Data storage ==Showcase of Student Work ==

To explore the gallery, visit the [https://mcla.sharepoint.com/sites/StudentAccessMediaLab/SAM%20Lab%20Videos/Forms/All%20media.aspx MCLA Microsoft Stream SAM Lab community channel ](accessible via your MCLA Office 365 account). Faculty may also curate playlists for class-specific projects or interdisciplinary showcases. * [https://mcla.sharepoint.com/sites/StudentAccessMediaLab/SAM%20Lab%20Videos/Forms/All%20media.aspx MCLA SAM Lab Community Channel] For public videos, you can also check out the SAM Lab YouTube channel here: * [https://www.youtube.com/@SAMLabatMCLA MCLA SAM Lab YouTube channel] ==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 [https://linktr.ee/MCLAMedia Linktree Link ]*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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