[UCIMC-Tech] Re: [IMC-Shows] Center for South Asian and Middle Eastern Studies proposal

[Chris Ritzo]

I think it's a great idea also. A nice screen and projector would really
enable more films to be shown at the IMC.

On Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 5:47 PM, Stephen Fonzo <fonzo.stephen at gmail.com>wrote:

> It sounds like a good proposal to me.  As long as the screenings are
> staffed, there is very little likelihood of damage, and with simple film
> screenings, there is already less liability than a concert.  The Shows group
> could manage the projector securely in its equipment room.  It would indeed
> be useful for films, concerts, presentations, workshops, and more.
>
> -Stephen
>
> On Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 5:38 PM, Jason Keist <jkeist2 at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>>    I have been corresponding with Elizabeth Rogers from CSAMES this
>> evening, who coordinated the screening of "Slingshot Hip-Hop" at the IMC
>> last month (which went very well).  Elizabeth was impressed with the turnout
>> and is interested in building upon our relationship.  She approached me with
>> this proposal.  I informed her I would present it to affected working
>> groups:
>>  "If we can organize 2 more screenings at IMC for the summer, we would
>> like IMC to charge us $200 per screening for the room, AV equipment, and
>> set-up.  This would leave $250 (over the $150 for both screening that the
>> fee would normally be), which we would need IMC to use to purchase a
>> projector screen.  This should be enough to get a very nice one."
>>
>>    This sounds like a valid proposal to me.  We would only be sacrificing
>> $300 in space and equipment deposits; which we return anyway.  Only $75 per
>> 2.5 hour event goes to the IMC as true reimbursement ($150 for the 2 events
>> proposed).  We would, indeed, receive $250 in additional funds to purchase a
>> much-needed projector screen which could be used (as noted by Nicole) to
>> reinvigorate monthly film screenings.  Having this equipment would also aid
>> in future Film Fests, lectures, and workshops (Powerpoint capabilities).
>>  The apparent downside to this arrangement would become a reality if any
>> equipment was damaged during either screening (we would not have a deposit
>> to tap). Thoughts?
>>
>> --
>> Jason Keist
>> Program Development  Coordinator-Intern
>> Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center
>> 202 S. Broadway Ave., Suite 100
>> Urbana, IL 61801
>>
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>
>
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> Stephen Fonzo
> Media Training Advisor
> AmeriCorps CTC VISTA
>
> Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center
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