Patrons may know them as "The New Podium" and "The Old Podium." This is a very superficial relationship.

Library staff are only responsible for assisting Patrons with "The Old Podium."

It is important to listen to the Patron and understand their needs.  Then advise them on which podium meets their needs.

How to reserve a podium:

-Only faculty and staff can reserve a podium. If a student would like access, they need to have their professor coordinate it.

-A request can be made through FirstClass>Forms/Work Request>Room Request & Setup>Room Setup Request Form.

 OLD SCHOOL - Can be moved (we can support)

NEW SCHOOL - Community Room Only (IT supports)

Mic Setup in Old Podium
Start setting up 30 minutes before event. We have several AV Microphones. Condensor, Dynamic, and Wireless Lavaliere.

1. Position podium. Plug into wall outlet, using an extension cord if needed.
2. Turn all knobs all the way down (to the left)
3. Select mic. We have wired Condensor and Dynamic mics. Use Dynamic or Condensor mics for soft-voiced people.  We also have a wireless lavalier mic.
4. Plug in Condensor mic plugs into far left jack; dynamic mic or wireless piece with the antenna plugs into third jack from left (see photo).
5. Position mic in stand or clip other half of wireless mic to speaker's belt.
6. Turn on podium.
7. Turn on mic. Wireless set: turn both "on" -- make sure you get a red light, and that both channels are on the same "A" or "B".
8. Turn up to appropriate volume while talking into the mic. Make gradual changes.
9. Adjust treble and bass while talking.