Sound at Colby

An extensive review of how Colby manages public address sound systems for campus events was conducted by a Colby management group during this past spring/summer. Based on acceptance of the report Sound at Colby, a series of changes have been implemented to accomodate all campus needs while en-suring a more efficient use of resources.

Highlights of the new policies:
Coordinating Department: Media Services coordinates campus sound services with requests made directly to Media Services or through the Colby Scheduling Office. David Pinkham is the primary contact within Media Services; he allocates resources from his area, Physical Plant, and other sources.
Our New Sound Company: Colby has contracted with a professional sound company, Perrow Audio Productions, which provides technicians and equipment for various campus events. Complimenting existing college resources, Perrow is scheduled by Media Services based on the complexity and timing of each
week's calendar of events.
Request Deadline: Noon Friday is the deadline for sound services requests for the following Monday thru Sunday. Without this lead time, the process begins with a "no guarantee" low priority response with the most likely arrangement being a self-service approach. Beyond that, the best arrangements possible are
attempted with up to a $50 fee billed to the event organizer.
Key Sound Operators: Departments that require the frequent use of sound equipment and sevices are expected to designate a key sound person trained to operate basic campus sound equipment, and who is knowledgeable on Colby's sound policies. Media Services provides all the necessary training and support.

Click here to be your department's key sound operator.We want to hear from you about this new policy. Mail us your comments