FAQ

 For Faculty

Can I check out materials to screen my class?

Yes, as long as the titles aren't designated on reserve in the catalog, materials are available for 24 hour off-site loan to faculty for classroom use on campus.  

Can my Course Assistant pick up the films?

All loans must be made in person. Course assistants can return items but not check them out unless they themselves have off-site privileges at the Center.

Can I make a reservation for a title / date?

Yes. Please call the information desk or come to the Center in person. 

I own a video that I'd like my students to watch. Can I leave it at the Center?

Yes! Bring your materials to C306 and the FSC will hold them on reserve and allow students to access them on site.

Can I book a screening room at the FSC?

The FSC has two classrooms (seating 18 and 25) with digital projection, DVD/blu-ray, large screen, and 5.1 surround sound system that can be used for occasional curricular digital screenings. Please contact us with date / time / course information to check availability. We also recommend booking a multimedia classroom as those tend to be more avaiable.

How can I book a multimedia classroom?

Multimedia classrooms are located all over campus and can be booked through the Registrar's Office.

Why is the FSC's circulation policy so restrictive?

The study collection was first envisioned as an entirely non-circulating collection for use primarily in cinema courses. In recent years that standard has been relaxed so that more people can benefit from the holdings. While the short loan period may cause inconvenience for some, it helps us maintain the quality of the collection resulting in fewer lost and broken discs and tapes. On the whole, on-site viewing and prompt return of off-site loans helps keep materials available to all.

What's the difference between a classroom screening and a public screening?

Most audiovisual work is under copyright - meaning that someone, somewhere, owns the work and reserves the right of use. Under the provisions of the US copyright act, educational institutions are granted special privileges to screen work in an academic setting. This provision, known as fair use, allows faculty and students to view copyrighted material in face-to-face instructional teaching situations without fee or penalty. However, any screening taking place outside the classroom is considered a public performance - whether or not admission is charged - and as such requires a license from the distributor or owner of the work. Commonly known as a PPL,  a public performance license protects the presenter (and the university) from legal action by the rights holder.  

How can I get classroom & screening support for my course from the FSC?

Please see Curricular Support for a full explanation of  the FSC's services.

Can I hold a public event at the FSC?

Please see Request an Event for a full explanation of event hosting and support at the Center.

For Students

Can I take videos to class or home with me?

No, students are required to watch materials on site.

Can I make dubs of films at the FSC?

The FSC can't make copies of copyrighted material.

Are there job openings at the FSC?

Students staff the FSC as circulation desk attendants and projectionists. Most hiring is done at the start of the Autumn quarter. Check the University's job site for open positions.

My student group / club would like to hold a screening at the FSC. Can we do that?

Please see Request an Event for a full explanation of FSC event hosting and support.