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We are Lens and Lights, a WPI student organization which provides quality lighting, sound, and projection - services to the WPI community. We are a group of very passionate individuals who are interested in working with - production equipment and advancing the WPI community.

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Do you want to be seen and heard by the masses at your next event? Bring in Lens and Lights! We specialize - in lighting and sound, from a simple spotlight or microphone to full-stage setups. We also run a movie - theater with high quality film and digital projection capabilities. For more information, contact our Vice President at lnl-vp@wpi.edu -

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"Personal information" is defined as any information that can be used to identify an individual - or contact them.

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We may process your personal information for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, with - your consent, or at the request of local or federal law enforcement agencies.

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By default, any data collected through the LNL website for business purposes is retained - indefinitely. This includes any personal information you may have provided LNL when booking an - event or updating your profile. Information collected through all other means will only be - retained for as long as it is necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy. When - determining how long to retain your data we carefully consider whether or not there is good - reason for doing so, and if there is, we will only retain it for the shortest possible period - to serve that purpose unless a longer period is required by law.

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Since the early 1970s, we’ve been providing lighting services to our clients - all around the WPI community. Whether you need a simple spotlight on a podium, a full-scale show with complicated - effects, or anything in between, we’ve got you covered. With a wide variety of professional lighting fixtures and equipment, - and our experienced and dedicated team, you can rest assured that your event is in good hands.

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Thanks to our long history operating at WPI we know the intricacies of every event space on campus and can use that knowledge - to make your event as bright as it can be. Our equipment inventory is large and varied with products from the best in the industry. - From basic lighting fixtures using conventional halogen lamps, to moving head fixtures from renowned brands like High End Systems - and VariLite, or consoles from Avolites and Electronic Theatre Controls, we have the equipment that can make your event truly shine. - For those larger events, we have the experience and capability to rent more fixtures to really “wow” your attendees.

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In addition to specific lighting equipment, we also own a substantial amount of rigging hardware for hanging lights virtually - anywhere on campus. Box truss, chain hoists, and mobile lifts allow us to have versatility in creating the best lighting setup possible. - We can do nearly anything - basic spot lights, stage washes, area lighting, uplighting, and more - all tailored to what your event - needs. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. We’re happy to work with you to create the perfect event!

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Lens and Lights started off in the winter of 1961-62 after a few WPI students took over two 35mm film - projectors that were left by the Navy ROTC program. Decades later, Lens and Lights still shows - movies every week in Upper Perreault Hall, bringing theater quality movie presentations in 16mm, - 35mm, 70mm, and 2K digital with 5.1 surround sound. LNL shows a wide variety of films ranging from classic - 80s Sci-Fi to movies fresh out of theaters - sometimes even before Blu-Ray release! Together with - student organizations (SocComm Films) and in partnership with individuals and professors (HUA Film - series, China Hub Series) we present what the community wants to see on the big screen. In summary, - LNL is a group of students who love the art of projection - both in classical (film) and modern - (2K digital) formats.

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Currently, we are one of the few remaining theaters that can present in both 35mm and 70mm film and - we keep our projectionists fully trained on its proper handling and use. When we do occasionally - present classic movies on 35mm or modern 70mm, we can do something no other theater in Worcester can - do. By request, our film distributor, as well as our contacts at the Library of Congress and the - Criterion Collection, can provide us with access to thousands of movies on film.

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Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. We’re happy to work with you to create the perfect - movie presentation! We are also always on the lookout for new members, so reach out if you want to - learn more. Or come up to the booth behind Upper Perreault Hall after a movie or whenever - you see the lights on!

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We’ve provided sound services to everyone from student bands to Grammy-award winning artists. Lens and Lights has been on the WPI campus since 1962, so you can rest - assured we know the ins and outs of every event space on campus – experience we leverage to produce the best show possible for you. With our inventory and experience - we can make any event sound great whether it’s in Harrington, on the Quad, or even in a classroom.

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We boast a wide selection of professional sound equipment from industry-renowned brands. Speakers from EAW and Meyer, mixing consoles from Yamaha, DiGiCo and - Midas, and amps and processing from dbx and LabGruppen encompass just some of the hardware we own. For larger events, we can rent more speakers, consoles, and just - about anything required for you to sound your best.

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New Pricing for LNL Services
Starting in + July 2025

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In Brief:

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+ Starting in July 2025, LNL will be increasing prices in order to adjust for rising inflation, increasing + equipment upkeep costs, and to facilitate the replacement of outdated equipment. This will be our first + price increase in over 14 years. +

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+ For student organization that recieve an SGA budget, please take a look at pre-filled + FR resources here. +

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Why change prices now?

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+ When LNL last adjusted the pricing structure of our services in 2019, the cost of LNL services decreased on + average. Prices were last increased in 2011, and since then, our services and equipment have dramatically + changed. With our existing prices, LNL can no longer continue to afford the repair or replacement of our + increasingly aging equipment. Because of this, LNL has decided to increase prices starting in July 2025. +

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+ Over the last decade, our focus has been on repairing and extending the life of our equipment, often far past + the expected end-of-life. However, we are now faced with an aging inventory, and several pieces of expensive + equipment will need replacement in 2-4 years. Our existing pricing structure is long outdated, and we will be + unable to cover these expenses when equipment requires replacement. Our new pricing keeps our services as + affordable and accessible as possible while taking these anticipated costs into account. +

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+ To be frank, we don’t take this matter lightly and we understand that the price adjustment will be significant, + especially for organizers of large events. We have been working on these changes for over 2 years, pushing back + the announcement many times to allow for refinement and the integration of feedback from SAO and SGA. +

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+ We are here to support all event organizers on campus with the transition to our new pricing and we don’t want + the increased cost to become a barrier. For the upcoming academic year (2025-26), we’re open to offering + significant discounts to alleviate budgeting challenges. For events funded by student organizations, we’ve + discussed the price increase with SGA, and they are expecting an increased cost for LNL services in Funding + Requests and budgets. +

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+ Above all, we’re excited to continue supporting the events that bring our community together. Please reach out + to lnl@wpi.edu with any questions or requests for cost + estimates. Throughout the next year, we would especially like to hear your honest feedback as we adjust to this + change and continue to improve our communication and event services. +

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Why does LNL charge for event services?

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+ LNL charges for our services so that we are able to repair, maintain, and replace the equipment we use to + provide services to campus events. LNL is entirely a volunteer organization. We do not charge for labor or + our members' time. +

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+ Financially, LNL operates differently than most student organizations at WPI. We do not receive an annual + budget from SGA or WPI for maintaining our event equipment. +

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+ Read more here about why we charge for event services and read more here about our projection services, which are funded differently. + +

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How are LNL prices and services changing?

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+ Our overall goal with price changes was to make small increases for small events and more significant + increases for large events with advanced technical needs. +

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+ The size and scope of large events at WPI has greatly increased over the last 4 years. As our event + services increased in scope, our prices remained constant. This led to a discrepancy between the event + price and the cost of maintaining new, advanced equipment. +

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+ With existing prices, the cost of our services for large events was consistently less than 10% of any + external provider. +

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+ Because of this, large and technically complex events will see the largest change in our prices; + however, we will still charge significantly less than an external provider would. See price comparison + for details. +

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In addition, some production services have been adjusted to account for different equipment and new services. +

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Discounts and fees:

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  • All events that are funded by student organizations (via SGA or fundraising) will receive a 10% + student discount for our services. 
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Lighting:

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  • We added more granular options for complexity and size of lighting. This will help to keep the + prices low for smaller events while allowing us to offer more options for larger events. 
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    • Audio inputs are microphones or other audio sources (DJ, laptop, etc).  
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    • The number of inputs in each category (Small, Medium, Large) was increased to fit our updated + equipment and the needs on campus. 
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    • Many events that previously needed large inputs now will be quoted with medium inputs, reducing + cost for small events. 
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  • Speaker Categorization
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    • We added another category of speakers to make three options: Small, Medium and Large. This will + help to keep the prices low for smaller events while allowing us to offer more options for + larger events. 
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  • Wireless Microphones
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    • Wireless microphones have an additional charge because they cost more to maintain than wired + microphones (e.g. batteries and frequent damage).  
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    • We have switched away from individual wireless mic pricing to a “package system” based on the + equipment that is used: Small Wireless Mics Package includes 4 mics, Medium + Wireless Mics Package includes 8 mics, and Large Wireless Mics Package + includes 40 mics.  
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    • There will still be an option to add individual wireless mics as an add on to a wireless mic + package. 
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    • Stage Monitors are speakers pointed at the stage or performance area. They are needed so the + performers can hear themselves while performing. 
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    • We now offer two levels of stage monitors: Small Stage Monitors for a single audio mix + (appropriate for dancers, soloists and small live music performances) and Large Stage + Monitors for multiple audio mixes (appropriate for most live music performances).  +
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    • We’ve offered Multitrack Recording for a while, and we also now offer Stereo + Recording at a lower cost. 
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  • The category of rigging is based on the truss sections and motors needed to support the lighting, + sound, and video services. 
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  • The rigging category names have been updated to Small Truss Rigging and Large Truss + Rigging to match the rest of the price list. 
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  • We increased the truss sections in Small Rigging from one section to two sections since two + sections is very common. This allows more events to be categorized as Small Rigging.  +
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  • We also separated Rigging Towers, 16-foot towers that can support truss or fixtures, into + their own category. 
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  • We have vastly improved our video and projection capabilities in recent years. We have created + several categories of services to better support these requests and quote video services + consistently. 
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To avoid another significant price change in the future, our prices will start adjusting annually + proportionally to the CPI (Consumer Price Index) to compensate for inflation. For events funded by student + organizations, SGA has indicated that inflation adjustments can be included in annual club budgeting, + including inflation-based price adjustments of LNL services. Please reach out to SGA at sgatreasurer@wpi.edu + with any questions regarding club budgets or Financial Requests (FRs).

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Why are LNL prices increasing?

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+ LNL’s prices have not increased since 2011. We reorganized and recategorized our services in 2019, but the + average cost of an event decreased. While our prices remained constant, the landscape of event production + equipment has changed significantly. As equipment has digitized, it has become an order of magnitude more + expensive to buy and repair. +

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+ Our buying power has decreased to a point where, broadly speaking, we’re able to maintain and repair what we + have, but we can’t afford to replace equipment when it reaches the end of its life. Our new prices are based + on estimates of what equipment we expect will need replacing in the next 2-4 years. +

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+ LNL services have greatly expanded since our prices last changed as we have worked to adapt our capabilities + to meet the needs of WPI events. +

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Before 2024, we had a limited number of lights that could change color and even + fewer that could move. Now, LNL has the capacity to support events with a variety of lighting needs + concurrently or with minimal setup time, as is often the case in Alden Hall and the Campus Center + Odeum.
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We have greatly improved our ability to support student and professional bands at + an increasing number of events, from Pep Rally to cultural celebrations. We can also support some + concurrent events with live musical performances and create professional-quality recordings.
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LNL started offering advanced video services recently and is still building + capacity for media display and projection due to the increased demand.
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LNL has proactively implemented industry-standard best practices for rigging + safety. We have collaborated with the WPI Facilities and Environmental Health and Safety departments + to improve the rigging hardware in multiple event spaces.
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Even with the increase, LNL’s prices are significantly lower than external providers. See price comparison for details.

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Why does LNL ask SGA for additional funding (i.e. submit SGA Funding Requests)?

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+ LNL spends funds to maintain and repair equipment used for current services, replace equipment as it reaches + end-of-life, and make incremental equipment upgrades to meet new needs of campus events. Our prices were + designed to maintain the equipment needed for our current services. To keep our prices low, LNL does not + charge enough to completely fund large equipment upgrades that significantly change our capabilities. +

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+ When campus events make requests beyond LNL capabilities, we often coordinate external equipment rentals. + When we notice that many events are requesting the same rental equipment, we then look into purchasing + similar items to avoid recurring rental costs. SGA has previously been open to LNL requesting SGA funds + (FRs) to expand our capabilities. Historically, LNL has contributed by partially funding the request and + asked SGA to assist with the remainder. We do not have plans to ask SGA to fund any new capabilities in our + sound or lighting services in the near future. +

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+ Below is a summary of SGA FRs in the past 4 years. +

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+ In 2024, LNL requested SGA funding for 18 ETC Lonestar moving lights. Similar lights had been rented + from external providers for over a year to support a variety of events with limited set-up time. The + goal of this request was to reduce reoccurring costs by purchasing the equipment outright. +

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+ In 2024, LNL requested SGA funding for a new (and more durable) inflatable screen to support outdoor + movies. The previous screen was not durable, had holes in it from regular usage, and did not have the + option to replace worn parts. LNL did not charge student groups to use the screen, and thus requested + SGA fund the replacement. +

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+ In 2023, LNL requested SGA funding for 36 wireless microphones to support WPI’s 7 annual a cappella + shows and other large stage shows. These microphones had been rented from external providers for over a + year before purchasing. The goal of this request was to reduce reoccurring costs by purchasing the + equipment outright. +

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+ In 2021, LNL requested SGA funding for an inexpensive inflatable screen to support outdoor movies during + the pandemic. LNL had been renting a screen from a local provider with limited availability at high + cost-per-event. Purchasing a screen offered a good return-on-investment (ROI) and flexibility in + scheduling outdoor movies. +

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How does LNL compare with other event production service providers? +

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+ With new pricing, LNL provides event services at around 1/4 of the cost of an external event production + company or less. Please read more here about why we charge for events + and how we are able to offer these prices. +

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+ In most cases, LNL can supply more equipment and personnel for events than an external service provider. We + also have extensive experience with the facilities, resources, and offices involved in supporting events on + campus. We’re happy to connect you with resources to make your event a success. However, external providers + tend to be more flexible in terms of set-up times and may have more availability during standard working + hours. Please reach out to the WPI Events Office at + events@wpi.edu to discuss + how LNL compares to external providers and let us know if you have any questions about how we can support + your event. +

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+ Please email + LNL at lnl@wpi.edu for a quote specific to your event and technical needs. Please do not budget your + event with these estimates. +

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(Previous) 		New LNL Event Price
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Odeum Speech & Reception* $1,930 $270
14% of external cost		$440
23% of external cost
Odeum Stage Performances* $5,440
$465
9% of external cost 		$840
15% of external cost
Alden Stage Performances* $5,440 $640
12% of external cost 		$1,570
28% of external cost
Large-scale Alden Dance Party* $7,310 $505
7% of external cost 		$1,430
20% of external cost
Large speakers covering the Quad $2,740 $390
15% of external cost 		$460
17% of external cost
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+ All prices shown are estimations based on event bookings. To get a quote specific to your event and its + needs, please email LNL at + lnl@wpi.edu and/or contact the WPI Events + Office at events@wpi.edu to get in + touch with external service providers. +

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+ *Examples do not include external performers with additional needs, rentals, or “music festivals” (events + with 3 or more bands). +

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SGA supports LNL Film & Digital Projection

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+ Since 1989, LNL has provided film projection services in Fuller Perrault Hall (and before then, we provided + projection services in Alden Hall and Salisbury 115). Nowadays, we provide digital, 16mm, 35mm, and 70mm + film projection services for weekend movies, special events, and film screenings. +

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+ Financially speaking, projection services in the Fuller Upper Booth operate separately from the rest of the + club. LNL has received funding directly from the student life fee to maintain our projectors and supporting + equipment. Projection funding is separated into a different WPI Workday fund (worktag) and is not used to + support LNL event services. +

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+ Read more here about LNL’s beginnings in film projection and our unique + modern projection capabilities. +

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Resources for SGA-funded Student Organizations

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+ If your event is funded by an SGA Funding Request (FR) or budget, we suggest submitting a funding request to + SGA at least 3-4 weeks before your event. SGA is expecting LNL services to be more expensive than they have + been in years past. +

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+ For organizations with SGA budget line items for LNL services, an FR will be needed for each event with an + increased price. To make SGA Funding Requests (FRs) for budgeted events as easy as possible, we created a + template form response, breakdown spreadsheet, and presentation with details prefilled based on SGA’s + templates. +

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+ If you have any questions about funding requests, budgets, or any other SGA financial matters, please email + the SGA treasurer at sgatreasurer@wpi.edu. +

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Next Steps

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+ If you would like to learn more about this pricing change, why we charge for event services, and how we + spend our funds, please read more here. +

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+ If you’d like a price estimate based on a previous event request, please email LNL at lnl@wpi.edu; + price estimates can be given with no date and make no promises of our availability. +

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+ For a small event quote, please email LNL at lnl@wpi.edu more + than 2 weeks in advance, and for a large event quote, 6 weeks in advance. We need a date, location, and + event specifics to provide a quote (and SGA informed us that they would generally like to see a quote before + approving an FR). +

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Questions, Comments, or Concerns?

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+ Please reach out to us via email at lnl@wpi.edu. We’re happy to + chat about options for your next event and discuss any feedback. +

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About Lens and Lights

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We are Lens and Lights, a WPI student organization which provides quality lighting, sound, and projection + services to the WPI community. We are a group of very passionate individuals who are interested in working with + production equipment and advancing the WPI community.

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To On-Campus Organizations

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Do you want to be seen and heard by the masses at your next event? Bring in Lens and Lights! We specialize + in lighting and sound, from a simple spotlight or microphone to full-stage setups. We also run a movie + theater with high quality film and digital projection capabilities. For more information, contact our Vice President at lnl-vp@wpi.edu +

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To Interested Students

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Want to work with high-quality equipment and become a driving force in getting things done on campus? + Join LNL! We encourage you to stop by and chat or help out at any of our upcoming events. You can also pop by + one of our general body meetings, every Wednesday at 5PM in AK233 when classes are in session, or visit our office on the third floor + of the campus center.

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Meet Our Officers

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President - Not available

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The President's job involves diplomacy - leading the executive board, managing club members, serving as a liaison between the club and WPI, and keeping the club running smoothly.

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+ Interim President +
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Interim President - Not available

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The President's job involves diplomacy - leading the executive board, managing club members, serving as a liaison between the club and WPI, and keeping the club running smoothly.

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+ Vice President +
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The Vice President is in charge of events and serves as a liaison between the club and our clients. They work with clients to select the best services for their event and are responsible for managing the logistics to ensure our events run smoothly.

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+ Interim Vice President +
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Interim Vice President - Not available

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The Vice President is in charge of events and serves as a liaison between the club and our clients. They work with clients to select the best services for their event and are responsible for managing the logistics to ensure our events run smoothly.

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+ Technical Director +
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Technical Director - Not available

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The Technical Director's responsibilities include the purchase, repair and upkeep of equipment. They are also responsible for training our members in the proper use of the equipment.

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+ Interim Technical Director +
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Interim Technical Director - Not available

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The Technical Director's responsibilities include the purchase, repair and upkeep of equipment. They are also responsible for training our members in the proper use of the equipment.

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+ Head Projectionist +
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Head Projectionist - Not available

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The Head Projectionist (HP) is in charge of the club's projectors, making sure they are kept clean and maintained. They also serve as a liaison between the club and clients looking to have projection at their event. + Additionally, the HP is responsible for training all of our new projectionists.

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+ Interim Head Projectionist +
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Interim Head Projectionist - Not available

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The Head Projectionist (HP) is in charge of the club's projectors, making sure they are kept clean and maintained. They also serve as a liaison between the club and clients looking to have projection at their event. + Additionally, the HP is responsible for training all of our new projectionists.

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Treasurer - Not available

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The Treasurer is in charge of the club’s financial operations, both with on-campus accounts at WPI and off-campus customers. Their responsibilities include billing clients, paying invoices, submitting reimbursements and balancing the club’s finances.

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+ Interim Treasurer +
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Interim Treasurer - Not available

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The Treasurer is in charge of the club’s financial operations, both with on-campus accounts at WPI and off-campus customers. Their responsibilities include billing clients, paying invoices, submitting reimbursements and balancing the club’s finances.

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+ Secretary +
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Secretary - Not available

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The Secretary keeps minutes during all the meetings. The secretary is also in charge of keeping accurate membership lists.

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+ Interim Secretary +
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Interim Secretary - Not available

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The Secretary keeps minutes during all the meetings. The secretary is also in charge of keeping accurate membership lists.

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Webmaster - Not available

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The Webmaster is responsible for maintaining the club's web services, including our internal database. They are also responsible for public relations and managing the club's social media.

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Interim Webmaster - Not available

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The Webmaster is responsible for maintaining the club's web services, including our internal database. They are also responsible for public relations and managing the club's social media.

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+ Boom Boom +
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Mascot - Boom Boom

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Boom Boom makes appearances at various LNL events. Boom Boom is responsible for boosting crew morale and always encourages us to reach higher.

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History

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During the winter of 1961-62, five WPI students got together and formed an organization + they called Lens and Lights. Check out our history page to learn more about how the club has grown over the + years and to view photos from past decades.



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Equipment

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Ever wonder how we control the lighting or the sound systems used for events like Can We Talk? or the annual VEX Robotics + event? If so, or if you simply want to learn more about the equipment LNL has in stock, you can browse through some of our inventory and learn more about our + equipment on our Technical Overview page.



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Leader Board

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Notice someone caring a little too much? Let us know!

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  1. Benjamin Antupit (2025, Alden Building Manager)
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  2. Alex Tannenbaum (2027, Modified robots.txt for this page)
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Contact Us

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The primary way to contact us is through our email address, lnl@wpi.edu

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Phone: 508-831-5595

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Mailing address:
+ WPI Lens and Lights
+ 100 Institute Road
+ Worcester, MA 01609

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Meetings

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General Meetings: 5:00 PM Wednesdays in Room 233 of Atwater Kent
+ Executive Board Meetings: 5:00 PM Mondays in the Campus Center Morgan Room

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Office

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Equipment

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Interested in the technical resources that Lens and Lights has? We’re glad you’re here! Equipment is one of the cornerstones + of our organization and we have access to some very cool stuff. Take a look at the lists below for each service category to see what types of items we own!

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Lighting

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Consoles

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  • ETC GIO @5 24000
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  • ETC Gio 4000
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  • ETC ColorSource 20AV
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  • High End Systems Road Hog 4
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  • High End Systems Hog 4
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  • Avolites Pearl Expert with Touch Wing
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  • High End Systems Hog 500
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  • Strand Lighting 200
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  • Leprecon LP-2000 Cue Plus
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  • Leprecon LP-612
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Intelligent Fixtures

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  • 18x High End Systems (ETC) Lonestar
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  • 2x High End Systems Solaframe 2000
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  • 3x Coemar Infinity Wash XL
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  • 4x VariLite VL-2000
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  • 2x Elation Platinum Spot 5R Pro
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  • 12x Phillips Color Kinetics Colorblast 12TR
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  • 4x Phillips Color Kinetics Colorblaze 72
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  • 6x Martin MAC Aura
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  • 4x Coemar Infinity Wash XL
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  • 4x Martin Rush Blinder 1 WW
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  • 12x ETC Desire D60 Lustr+
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  • 12x Chauvet EZpar T6 USB
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  • 33x Chauvet Freedom Par Hex-4
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Conventional Fixtures

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  • ETC Source 4 Ellipsoidal
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  • ETC Source 4 Par
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  • Altman PAR 64
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  • Altman Fresnel
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  • Altman Striplight
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  • ETC Mini Source 4
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  • Thomas Molefay
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Dimmers

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Rigging

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Truss

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  • 80’ of Applied Electronics 12” Plated Box Truss
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Hoists

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  • 2x Columbus McKinnon Model 633 Chain Falls
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Towers

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  • 2x Applied Electronics L-25
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  • Yamaha QL5
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  • Yamaha QL1
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  • DiGiCo S31+
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  • Midas M32R
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  • Behringer X32
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  • Yamaha LS9-32
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  • Allen & Heath GL-4000
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  • Mackie SR40•8
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  • 2x Allen & Heath MixWizard WZ3 16:2
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  • 2x Mackie 1202 VLZ3/VLZ4
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Speakers

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  • 12x EAW RSX208L (co-owned with Vox Musical Theatre)
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  • 2x Meyer UPM-1P
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  • 4x EAW KF850
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  • 4x EAW LA325
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  • 2x EAW LA215
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  • 6x EAW SM200iH
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  • 2x EAW JF60
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  • 4x QSC KW122
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  • 2x EAW LA128
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  • 6x EAW SB1000
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Amps

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  • 1 “850's Rack” consisting of an EAW UX8800 processing unit and 3 Crown iTech amplifiers
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  • 1 “SB's Rack” consisting of a dbx Driverack and Crown iTech and LabGruppen amplifiers
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  • 3x “Wildcard” amp racks consisting of dbx Driveracks and a mix of QSC PLX and PL amplfiers
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  • Crown XTi 1002 (for JF60s)
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  • 2x QSC PL236 (for LA215s)
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Wireless

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  • 40 channels of Shure ULX-D
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  • Several channels of ULX-P and Sennheiser wireless
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Projection

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Projectors in Operation

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  • 2x 16mm EIKI EX-4000
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  • 2x Norelco Todd-AO DP70
    (both over 60 years old!)
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  • Christie CP-2210 (2k Digital)
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Retired Projectors

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  • 2x Carbon Arc Simplex Regular
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Films

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  • Numerous 16mm advertisements/cartoons
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  • Numerous 35mm movie previews
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  • A small number of 70mm previews
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  • Apollo 13 - Feature Film (35mm)
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  • Bee Movie - Feature Film (35mm)
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  • Daredevil - Feature Film (35mm)
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  • Interstellar - Feature Film (35mm)
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  • Men In Black - Feature Film (35mm)
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  • Open Season - Feature Film (35mm)
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  • Polar Express - Feature Film (35mm)
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  • The Road to El Dorado - Feature Film (35mm)
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  • Robots - Feature Film (35mm)
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  • Shark Tale - Feature Film (35mm)
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  • Space Jam - Feature Film (35mm)
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Fuller Upper

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  • 5.1 Digital Surround Sound
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  • 35mm Sound on Film: Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby SR, DTS
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  • 70mm Sound on Film: Dolby Stereo Magnetic, DTS
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  • Theater lighting control
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  • Cinema screen with masking
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Outdoors

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  • Airscreen 30'
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  • Cinebox (Dolby sound processing rack)
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  • Tascam BD-MP4K Blu-Ray Player with Behringer DI800v2 for 7.1 audio
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History of Lens and Lights

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During the winter of 1961-62, seven WPI students got together and formed an organization they called Lens and Lights. The first president, Jim Day, named the club after his Wethersfield CT A/V club. The purpose of the club was to aid groups using Alden Memorial Auditorium to more fully and effectively use the technical facilities of the auditorium.

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The founding fathers of the club included:

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In the beginning, the club also provided audio and lighting services. The safety of our crews, the groups that we served, and the audiences were always a top priority, a tradition that continues to this day. Working with the Buildings and Grounds department, college administration, and interested professors, the club was granted access to the Alden Projection Booth and worked to repair the old 35mm Simplex Projectors in it. These projectors were left over from showing Navy recruitment films during WWII. Since 35mm was cheaper than 16mm back then, club members taught themselves + and each other how to run the projectors and began showing movies on them.

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We also inspected and repaired copies of the now infamous WPI recruitment film Bridge to the Future between its uses in the field. Eventually, the dated 20 minute reels of 16mm film were made up of more splice than film, and were retired.

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By 1964, the club had accumulated 25 or so members. They appropriated a space in the + basement of Sanford Riley Hall, a building which continues to serve as a student residence + today. Later, we moved our equipment to another storage area on the other side of the same + hall, which served as our primary office for many years until it was transformed into a + digital music lab in 2009.

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In 2022, LNL celebrated 60 years of providing the WPI Community with motion picture + projection services. To read more about LNL's projection equipment, + click here.

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What is LNL?

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Lens and Lights (LNL) is a student organization at the Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) that provides professional quality lighting, sound, and projection services for on and off campus events.

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How it Works

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If you would like to book our services for your event, contact us at lnl@wpi.edu and we will get back to you as soon as we can!

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Pricing  Contact Us


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Interested in event production?

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Do you want to learn more about lighting, sound, or projection?

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Join us!


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Lighting

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Since the early 1970s, we’ve been providing lighting services to our clients + all around the WPI community. Whether you need a simple spotlight on a podium, a full-scale show with complicated + effects, or anything in between, we’ve got you covered. With a wide variety of professional lighting fixtures and equipment, + and our experienced and dedicated team, you can rest assured that your event is in good hands.

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Thanks to our long history operating at WPI we know the intricacies of every event space on campus and can use that knowledge + to make your event as bright as it can be. Our equipment inventory is large and varied with products from the best in the industry. + From basic lighting fixtures using conventional halogen lamps, to moving head fixtures from renowned brands like High End Systems + and VariLite, or consoles from Avolites and Electronic Theatre Controls, we have the equipment that can make your event truly shine. + For those larger events, we have the experience and capability to rent more fixtures to really “wow” your attendees.

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In addition to specific lighting equipment, we also own a substantial amount of rigging hardware for hanging lights virtually + anywhere on campus. Box truss, chain hoists, and mobile lifts allow us to have versatility in creating the best lighting setup possible. + We can do nearly anything - basic spot lights, stage washes, area lighting, uplighting, and more - all tailored to what your event + needs. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. We’re happy to work with you to create the perfect event!

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Equipment

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Want to learn more about the equipment we use? Check out our Technical Overview for an in-depth look at our inventory. +



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Need assistance? Contact us at lnl-w@wpi.edu.

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WPI Email Accounts
To unsubscribe from our mailing lists, + you can remove yourself through the group settings in Outlook (directions provided below). Before + selecting the option to "Leave Group", keep in mind that some LNL Web Services have permissions + tied to group memberships. Therefore, if you leave these groups you may no longer have access to + resources like Sharepoint. If you are just looking to unsubscribe from specific emails, instead + consider selecting the "Stop following" option. This way you can still access all of LNL's + resources.

+ Non-WPI Accounts
Use the link at the bottom of one of our emails to unsubscribe. + More detailed instructions can be found below.

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Pricing

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Lens and Lights can provide quality production services for your next event at incredibly low prices! + Contact us at lnl@wpi.edu to submit at request at least 3 weeks before your event.

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Sound

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  • Wireless & Wired Microphones
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  • Point-Source & Line Array Speakers
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  • Area Fill Speakers
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  • Subwoofers
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  • Live Mixing for any event
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Lighting & Rigging

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  • Uplighting
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  • Moving Lights
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  • Stage Shows
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  • Big Dance Parties
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  • Rigging with Truss & Chain Motors
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Digital & Film Projection

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  • Digital Movies
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  • 16 mm, 35 mm & 70 mm Films
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  • Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround
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  • Outdoor Projection*
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  •   Licensing**
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Save Big with our Combo Discount

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Book both lighting and sound services for your event to receive a discount!

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Starting in July 2025, we'll also be offering a student organization discount.

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Why we charge for events

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LNL is not funded through the WPI Undergraduate Student Life fee like other student organizations. LNL charges for our services so that we are able to repair, maintain, and replace the equipment we use to provide services to campus events. Financially, LNL operates differently than most student organizations at WPI. We do not receive an annual budget from SGA or from WPI for maintaining our event equipment. LNL is entirely a volunteer organization; we do not charge for labor or our members' time.

+ Learn more +

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Still not sure what you need?

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For a more complete explanation of our pricing and what services we have available, please reach out to us at lnl@wpi.edu. +

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+ *  Sound services not included
+ ** Required for public showings (not included)

+ Pricing subject to change. Restrictions apply. Contact us for more information. +

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Lens and Lights Privacy Policy

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Last updated: June 12, 2021

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Collection and Use of Personal Information

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"Personal information" is defined as any information that can be used to identify an individual + or contact them.

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While using our services, you may be asked to provide your personal information. WPI Lens and + Lights ("LNL") and its partners/affiliates may use or share this information in accordance with + this Privacy Policy in order to provide our services and/or evaluate and improve our + performance.

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What personal information we collect

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  • When you create an account as a client, we may collect a variety of personal information, + including but not limited to, your first and last name, email address, phone number, and + address or office location.
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  • When you create an account as an LNL member, we may collect your first and last name, email + address, and class year, as well as any other information you voluntarily provide.
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  • When you log in with a WPI user account, we may collect personal information associated + with the account, including but not limited to, the type of account, your name, email + address, Student ID, class year, IP address, and geographical data (if applicable).
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  • When you update your profile, we may collect any additional information you choose to + provide such as your nickname, cellular carrier, WPI Box number, or Radio MDC. +
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How we use your personal information

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We may process your personal information for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, with + your consent, or at the request of local or federal law enforcement agencies.

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  • We use your personal information to create your account, maintain your profile, and + otherwise provide our services to you. We may also use your personal information for + account and network security purposes or to provide technical support.
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  • If you have opted-in to receiving text messages from LNL, by selecting your cellular + carrier when updating your profile, we may use this information to send you SMS text + messages containing any relevant information with regards to your business with us. This + method of communication will never be used for marketing purposes and you may opt-out at + any time. Data and messaging rates may apply. Contact your carrier for more details.
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  • We may use your personal information to contact you about changes to your account or + booking(s) and to send you important notices about updates to our service agreements and + policies. You may not opt-out of these communications.
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Collection and Use of Non-Personal Information

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We also collect data in a form that, on its own, cannot be used to identify you ("anonymous + data"). We may collect, use, store, and disclose anonymous data for any purpose.

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Here are some examples of the types of anonymous data we typically collect and how we might use + it:

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  • When you visit our website, you consent to the use of cookies, and we may collect and store + information such as your browser type or version, device identifiers, location, language, + and the pages you visit. We may also combine this data with anonymous personal information, + such as your age and gender, in a way that cannot be used to personally identify you, in + order to conduct research and perform assessments on how our services are doing and learn + about ways we can improve them.
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  • When you set up a new organization, we may collect details about your organization, such as + its name, primary contact, and billing information. This information is used solely for the + purpose of providing our services to you and will never be shared with third parties.
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  • When you book an event, we may collect details about your event, such as the event name, + location, schedule, requested services, and any additional resources such as floor plans or + audio/video files that you provide. This information is primarily used to provide our + services to you and may be shared with third-party service providers, when necessary. We + may also use this information when conducting research or performing assessments on our + services, in order to learn about ways to improve them.
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  • We may collect and store information regarding how you use our services, including search + queries. This information may be used to improve our services or report trends to our + partners and affiliates.
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We may share anonymous data with online service providers (such as Google Analytics) in order to + help us provide the best quality of service possible. For more information regarding how these + parties handle your data you can review their policies below:

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Third Parties

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From time to time, we may share some of your personal information with third parties in order to + provide our services. Your personal information will never be shared with third parties for + marketing purposes. Anonymous data collected for analytics purposes may be shared with our + online service providers or affiliates assuming the information is presented in a form that + cannot be used to identify you.

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Media and Copyright

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While providing our services, or during LNL business or social gatherings (referred to as + "sponsored events"), LNL members may occasionally photograph, videotape, and/or record portions + of the event. Unless indicated otherwise, when you book an event or attend an LNL sponsored + event, you agree that such images, videos, and/or recordings will remain the property of LNL + and may, at any time, be used on LNL's website, social media, and/or promotional or + informational materials including, but not limited to, flyers, brochures, newsletters, and + advertisements. If instead you would prefer that LNL and/or your guests refrain from + photographing or recording portions of your event, please let us know by emailing + lnl@wpi.edu.

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Data Retention and Access

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By default, any data collected through the LNL website for business purposes is retained + indefinitely. This includes any personal information you may have provided LNL when booking an + event or updating your profile. Information collected through all other means will only be + retained for as long as it is necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy. When + determining how long to retain your data we carefully consider whether or not there is good + reason for doing so, and if there is, we will only retain it for the shortest possible period + to serve that purpose unless a longer period is required by law.

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For any personal information we retain, we will give you access (and provide a copy) for any + purpose, including to request that we correct inaccuracies or delete the data if we are not + required to retain it for the purposes described above. We may decline to process requests that + are frivolous, impractical, jeopardize the safety or privacy of others, or for which access is + not otherwise required by local law. You can submit a request for the correction or deletion of + your data by emailing lnl-w@wpi.edu.

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Questions

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If you have questions or concerns regarding the privacy of your data, or you would like to + submit a request to update or delete your personal information, send an email to our webmaster + at: lnl-w@wpi.edu.

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We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time as we make changes to our services or + website. When we make significant changes, we will place a prominent notice on our website and + send an email to the address we currently have on file for you.

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Projection

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Lens and Lights started off in the winter of 1961-62 after a few WPI students took over two 35mm film + projectors that were left by the Navy ROTC program. Decades later, Lens and Lights still shows + movies every week in Upper Perreault Hall, bringing theater quality movie presentations in 16mm, + 35mm, 70mm, and 2K digital with 5.1 surround sound. LNL shows a wide variety of films ranging from classic + 80s Sci-Fi to movies fresh out of theaters - sometimes even before Blu-Ray release! Together with + student organizations (SocComm Films) and in partnership with individuals and professors (HUA Film + series, China Hub Series) we present what the community wants to see on the big screen. In summary, + LNL is a group of students who love the art of projection - both in classical (film) and modern + (2K digital) formats.

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Currently, we are one of the few remaining theaters that can present in both 35mm and 70mm film and + we keep our projectionists fully trained on its proper handling and use. When we do occasionally + present classic movies on 35mm or modern 70mm, we can do something no other theater in Worcester can + do. By request, our film distributor, as well as our contacts at the Library of Congress and the + Criterion Collection, can provide us with access to thousands of movies on film.

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Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. We’re happy to work with you to create the perfect + movie presentation! We are also always on the lookout for new members, so reach out if you want to + learn more. Or come up to the booth behind Upper Perreault Hall after a movie or whenever + you see the lights on!

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Lens and Lights Rental Policy

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Last updated: March 20, 2020

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While renting equipment from Lens and Lights (LNL), the following policy is in place to insure the safety, proper care and usage of the equipment. + LNL will permit you to use the rented equipment only for the period specified in the rental agreement and assumes that the equipment will be used accordingly and within its specified limits. + LNL is not responsible for damage due to misuse or neglect during this period. It is expected that the rental will be returned in the same condition as it was signed out to avoid damage + and inventory fees. LNL will not involve itself with safety and/or security issues during the period of rental. If a situation is to arise where a consultation from LNL is required, LNL can + be contacted via email: lnl@wpi.edu or phone: 508.831.5595 and will respond within twenty-four (24) hours of contact.

+ In the event any of the rented equipment fails or is damaged and is in need of replacement or repair, the LNL Technical Director can be contacted at lnl-td@wpi.edu, + and proper action will be taken. Possible equipment failures may include, but are not limited to: lamps, cables, connectors, etc. This is for your own safety and the safety of the patrons of + the event.

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Sound

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Lens and Lights has been providing quality audio services to the WPI community for more than 40 years. From small speaking engagements to full-scale concerts, + we have the professional equipment, the technical expertise, and a passionate detail-oriented team to make your event stand out among the rest.

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We’ve provided sound services to everyone from student bands to Grammy-award winning artists. Lens and Lights has been on the WPI campus since 1962, so you can rest + assured we know the ins and outs of every event space on campus – experience we leverage to produce the best show possible for you. With our inventory and experience + we can make any event sound great whether it’s in Harrington, on the Quad, or even in a classroom.

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We boast a wide selection of professional sound equipment from industry-renowned brands. Speakers from EAW and Meyer, mixing consoles from Yamaha, DiGiCo and + Midas, and amps and processing from dbx and LabGruppen encompass just some of the hardware we own. For larger events, we can rent more speakers, consoles, and just + about anything required for you to sound your best.

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With a significant equipment inventory and team, we can support multiple ongoing events, even during the most demanding times of year – Alumni Weekend, Homecoming, + New Student Orientation, and the like. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’d love to work with you on providing affordable high-quality audio services at your event!

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Why We Charge for Events

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+ Last Updated: Feb 13, 2025 +

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Starting in July 2025, LNL will be increasing prices

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How do we spend funds?

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+ LNL spends funds to maintain and repair equipment used for current services, replace equipment as it reaches + end-of-life, and make incremental equipment upgrades to meet new needs of campus events. +

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+ LNL approaches purchasing new equipment holistically. To reduce the need for early replacement, we keep + a close eye on our inventory and repair as needed. We begin to line up replacement options as equipment + approaches end-of-life, typically at least 2 years before it is needed. We often opt to purchase lightly + used equipment from reputable nearby companies to reduce purchase costs. We also pay close attention to + the ever-changing needs of campus events and attempt to purchase equipment that meets current and + anticipated needs. +

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+ The world of event production equipment can move very fast and can be extremely expensive. LNL aims to + purchase equipment that provides high quality experiences, is inexpensive to repair, and operates + reliably for many years. We try to avoid “flashy” products or brand-new models since these often are + difficult and expensive to maintain in the long-term. We often use equipment for 20+ years, so we + consider each large purchase a significant investment in our ability to provide services long into the + future. +

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Why are our services so expensive?

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+ LNL's prices are significantly lower than alternatives. On average, LNL services are priced at less + than 25% of external providers’ services. +

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+ In brief, event production equipment is expensive to purchase and maintain. At the same time, we work hard + to keep our prices as low as possible. We’ve created excellent relationships with vendors who offer us low + prices for replacement parts, repair services, and purchasing new equipment. Our members donate their time, + collectively thousands of hours per semester, to support events, learn new skills, and repair our equipment. +

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+ Our prices were designed to provide funding to maintain the services we currently provide. To keep our + prices low, LNL does not charge enough to completely fund large equipment upgrades that significantly change + our capabilities. When we are looking to expand our capabilities, we request additional funding from SGA + and/or university administration. Read more here. +

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+ Because of these supplier relationships and since we don’t need to pay for labor, equipment transportation, + or a storage warehouse, we are able to price our services significantly lower than any other event + production provider. +

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Why doesn’t funding come from the Undergraduate Student Life Fee or SGA?

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+ LNL provides services for a variety of organizations. In a typical year, approximately three-quarters of our + event bookings are for student organizations. The remaining quarter of events are hosted by university + departments, offices, and initiatives, as well as occasionally off-campus groups connected with WPI. +

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+ If LNL were to be funded completely by the undergraduate student life fee, university offices, and academic + departments would essentially be getting our services for free. Charging for our services allows us to + equitably fund our operations from both university operating funds and student organization funds. +

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Why does LNL ask SGA for additional funding (i.e. submit SGA Funding + Requests)?

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+ LNL spends funds to maintain and repair equipment used for current services, replace equipment as it reaches + end-of-life, and make incremental equipment upgrades to meet new needs of campus events. Our prices were + designed to maintain the equipment needed for our current services. To keep our prices low, LNL does not + charge enough to completely fund large equipment upgrades that significantly change our capabilities. +

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+ When campus events make requests beyond LNL capabilities, we often coordinate external equipment rentals. + When we notice that many events are requesting the same rental equipment, we then look into purchasing + similar items to avoid recurring rental costs. SGA has previously been open to LNL requesting SGA funds + (FRs) to expand our capabilities. Historically, LNL has contributed by partially funding the request and + asked SGA to assist with the remainder. +

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What discounts does LNL provide and why?

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Student Organization Event Discount:
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Any events funded by a WPI-recognized student organization receive this discount. We + greatly appreciate the support of SGA to fund some parts of LNL equipment purchases, so we provide a + discount for all student organizations.
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We enjoy providing both sound and lighting services at events, so we apply this + discount to any events with BOTH sound and lighting services.
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+ Occasionally, LNL may offer additional discounts, especially after a change in prices. Please email LNL at lnl@wpi.edu with + any questions. +

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What fees does LNL charge and why?

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+ Events hosted in outdoor locations receive this fee. We charge this fee because outdoor events often + expose our equipment to heat, weather, dirt, and rain. This puts more wear and tear on our equipment and + the fee covers the additional maintenance costs. +
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+ Events hosted outside of 100 Institute Road receive this fee. We charge this fee because to support + these events, our equipment needs to be transported, often via truck. This puts our equipment at + increased risk of damage and the fee covers the additional maintenance costs. +
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+ Whenever LNL rents equipment from an external vendor to support an event, LNL charges a small fee to + cover the costs of maintaining the supporting equipment and cabling used with rental equipment. For + example, we have previously rented lighting and video equipment which needs lots of additional power + distribution, and LNL has invested in additional power distribution equipment to be used with rental + equipment. +
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+ We ask that organizations book an event more than 2 weeks in advance to avoid late fees. To be + transparent, it can be difficult for LNL to plan for events and coordinate crew with short notice, and + we charge a late fee to encourage organizations to reach out early and avoid additional stress on our + crew and equipment. +
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What about Film and Digital Projection in Fuller Upper?

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+ Since 1989, LNL has provided film projection services in Fuller Perrault Hall (and before then, we provided + projection services in Alden Hall and Salisbury 115). Nowadays, we provide digital, 16mm, 35mm, and 70mm + film projection services for weekend movies, special events, and film screenings. +

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+ Financially, projection services in the Fuller Upper Booth operate separately from the rest of the club. LNL + has received funding directly from the student life fee to maintain our projectors and supporting equipment. + Projection funding is separated into a different WPI Workday fund (worktag) and is not used to support LNL + event services. +

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+ LNL offers digital and film projection services in Fuller Upper Perrault Hall, provided that the required + public showing license (movie rights) is purchased. LNL can help coordinate purchasing rights or connect + organizations with companies providing rights. Anytime LNL helps an organization obtain rights to show a + movie, LNL passes along the expense and does not profit from the coordination of rights. +

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+ Read more here about LNL’s beginnings in film projection and our unique + modern projection capabilities. +

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Questions, Comments, or Concerns?

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+ Please reach out to us via email at lnl@wpi.edu. We’re happy to + chat about options for your next event and discuss any feedback. +

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