KU School of Journalism and Mass Communications Resource Center Equipment Checkout Policy

The KU School of Journalism and Mass Communications Resource Center provides equipment for students enrolled in JMC courses to support their academic work. Please read the policy below regarding equipment checkout.

1. Eligibility

  • Any student currently enrolled in a JMC course (or accepted into the School) may check out basic equipment. This includes items such as laptops, camera kits, microphones, card readers, light kits, cellphone camera kits, and other available resources.

2. Specialty Equipment Checkout

  • To check out specialty equipment, including advanced cameras and lenses (limited in quantity), students must obtain approval from their professor. The professor must confirm that the specialized equipment is necessary to complete a specific assignment or project.
  • Approval forms are available at the Resource Center checkout window on the lower level of the Resource Center.

3. Loan Period

  • Equipment may be checked out for up to two days, unless an extension is agreed upon.
  • Extensions or alternate due dates may be arranged by contacting the Resource Center staff prior to the due date.

4. Late Returns and Consequences

  • If the equipment is not returned by the due date and the Resource Center is not notified in advance, the following consequences will apply:
    • First Offense: A written warning will be issued.
    • Second Offense: The student will be restricted from checking out equipment for one week.
    • Third Offense: The student will be prohibited from checking out equipment for one month.
    • Fourth Offense: The student will be prohibited from checking out equipment for the remainder of the semester.

5. Communication

  • Students are encouraged to communicate with the Resource Center staff if they anticipate any delays in returning equipment. Extensions may be granted on a case-by-case basis.

6. Additional Information

  • The Resource Center is committed to ensuring all students have access to the necessary equipment to complete their coursework. Please be mindful of return times to allow fair access to other students.

For any questions or to request equipment, visit the checkout window on the lower level of the Resource Center, or email rcstaff@ku.edu.