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STEP ONE:

EVALUATE YOUR KNOWLEDGE

At this point, Community Darkroom 517 participants are limited to the following groups of people:

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1. Students who are currently enrolled in Darkroom Photography.

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2. Students who are currently enrolled at East Lansing High School who have taken Darkroom Photography in the past (also called "Photo Tech").

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3. Community members who have had previous experience in the darkroom and who are comfortable working without instruction.

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IF YOU DON'T FALL INTO ANY OF THESE GROUPS, PLEASE CHECK OUR EVENTS PAGE FOR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES. 

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STEP TWO:

BACKGROUND

CHECK

Community members must complete a background check before participating in Community Darkroom 517 open labs. Please see "Background Check" page for instructions. This step is not necessary for students.

STEP THREE:

PASS THE DARKROOM SAFETY QUIZ

You must pass this quiz with a score of 100%. You may take it as many time as you need to!

STEP FOUR: 

APPLICATION,  EXPECTATIONS, AND  ORIENTATION

Students and community members must complete their respective applications before participating in a Community Darkroom 517 open lab. Students, please be aware that you MUST complete this application with your parents/guardians.

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