Here’s an overview of fine details in typesetting. Address those that apply to your Event Book, and keep this list on hand for future projects.
TypesettingChecklist

Only the mono-a and tab_color_hp printers do duplex, or double-sided printing.

Create the Work Samples PDF using InDesign. Make a new doc, 8.5×11, without Facing Pages. You can Find/Place images of your work: PDFs of flat artwork, or JPGs, or a combination. Print the pages in color for the final class.