If this is true, and it seems that it is, you can go ahead and make the name change official. I have taught or given presentations in a lot of different places and I have NEVER paid to use a projector (and such a ridiculous amount – I mean unless thing makes you a latte after you’re done presenting or something like that). I remember when having a projector was a big deal for a church or school … it’s not anymore. They’re pretty standard equipment. Regardless, I’m glad I’m not presenting this year. But, if you are and you are using a projector, I hope you let SBL know about this in case I want to use one sometime in the future. Because I don’t have that kind of coin in my pocket to throw down for a 20 minute presentation.
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