We will have this equipment available to you on a overnight check out basis for you to use when you need it. However, it will be more convenient to have your own. Any flash that you may have is useful. If you are buying one, try to get one with bounce capabilities and a guide number of at least 100. Also see specific recommendations below if you are buying one.
Any tripod is useful.
The heavier and more expensive ones are more stable and durable but heavier to carry. Buy new or used equipment from a store. Check Gene s in Goshen or South Bend . In other cities, check the yellow pages. Tell them you are a student and list the five camera capabilities listed earlier in this page.