Terms & Conditions

I understand that all related MCOM media equipment are property of Towson University and are on loan to me to use for faculty approved projects as part of my course assignments only.

Using Towson University’s equipment for personal use or gain is prohibited.

I agree to observe and abide by all rules, policies and procedures stipulated in the Media Technology Checkout Policies and Procedures.

I understand that I will only be able to checkout equipment using a valid Towson University ID.

I understand that I will be charged a monetary fee if I am late returning borrowed equipment or leave borrowed equipment unattended. I am financially responsible for borrowed equipment in the event of loss, theft or damage while it is in my possession.

I release Towson University, MCOM Student Service Center, its employees and associates from all liability or damage to my video or audio assignments.

I guarantee that all information provided on this agreement is current and valid and that if the above information should change, I will notify the MCOM Checkout office within 24 hours.

I have read, understood and agree to this rental agreement and have received a copy of the Media Technology Checkout Policies and procedures.

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- Students must have a current and valid Towson University student ID and be currently enrolled in a MCOM course requiring media use: MCOM 258, MCOM 380, MCOM 381, MCOM 391, MCOM 457, MCOM 479, MCOM 460/461 or other MCOM classes (with written approval).
- Read the “Media Technology Checkout Policies & Procedure”
- Sign the “Media Technology Equipment Checkout Agreement” with the instructor signature and return to the MCOM Checkout Office, MC

Check all equipment before leaving the checkout office to ensure that it is operating properly. Notify checkout staff before leaving the office if the equipment you were assigned is not operating properly and it will be switched out. Students may be charged for items that are missing or broken that are not noted on the rental agreement. If you need additional instruction on how to operate the equipment, let the staff and your instructor know and allow yourself additional time for instruction.

Equipment can be checked out for 2 days at a time and is due by 4pm on the scheduled due date. A one-day extension may be granted if you notify checkout staff ahead of time via email and/or phone. A total of three (3) extensions may be granted before equipment must be returned and a new agreement filled out and signed. Please call 410-704-4917 and/or email mcomavcheckout@towson.edu to request an extension. It is recommended that you leave a voicemail if no one answers the phone when you call.

-Students will be charged a $20 (Cash, check or money order) late fee per kit for every day late equipment is not returned. Access to equipment will be limited and then revoked if a student consistently fails to return equipment on time and/or damages equipment.

-Students accept full responsibility for the security of the equipment. -Students will be charged for equipment that is lost or stolen due to negligence. -If a student loses possession of equipment due to a violent crime, theft, or armed robbery, it is the student’s responsibility to file a report with the Campus Police or the Baltimore County Police Department and submit a written statement to the MCOM Student Service Center staff. Students may still be held responsible for the replacement costs of the equipment.

- Handle equipment as if it were your own. Do not leave equipment in extremely cold places, direct sunlight or extremely warm places for an extended period. Keep equipment covered in severe weather, such as rain or snow.
- Do not attempt to repair equipment if it malfunctions or breaks while under your own care. Inform checkout staff of any problems or issues you had with the equipment immediately.
-Keep the equipment and equipment bags clean and free of food stains and spills.
-Unattended equipment found and turned in will be considered lost and the original borrower will be charged a re-stocking fee of $10.

smarthub terms and conditions of use
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