If you transferred to Mason from a Virginia Community College School, and if you earned an AA or AS or are/were dual-enrolled at Mason and a VCCS school to complete the associates, PLEASE pay close attention to this email!
You may already be aware of the Articulation agreement between VCCS and Mason, but please re-familiarize yourself with it http://admissions.gmu.edu/TransferGuide/articulationAgreement.asp
One of the most critical points of this agreement states:
If a student transfers to Mason prior to receiving the AA or AS degree, the benefits of this articulation will only be available if the student submits to Mason an official NVCC transcript with the associate’s degree posted prior to accumulating 90 credit hours at Mason, inclusive of transfer credit, and if the student meets all requirements of the articulation at the point of graduation, as noted above. Students are strongly encouraged by both institutions to complete all requirements for their associate degrees prior to starting Mason course work and/or completing the transfer process.
I cannot stress enough how critical this statement is. You only have a limited amount of time to complete the AA or AS and get it posted to your Mason transcript before you become INELIGIBLE to received the waiver of all lower-level university general education requirements. It is CRUCIAL that YOU follow through with making sure the university has ALL transcripts from your VCCS school. Transcripts will never be sent to Mason without your request. Failure to submit final transcripts in time will result in you having to take more classes at Mason.
If you are unsure if your AA or AS has posted email me your G# and I can check for you. You can also check this yourself by running a degree audit in Patriot Web. DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT wait until you are applying to graduate to address this. It will be too late to rectify any transfer issues you may have at that point.
As always, ask me if you have any questions.
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Commuter Connect
Live off campus and travel in to attend classes? You are not alone! 80% of Mason students are commuters just like you.
Find it difficult to meet new people and make friends? Take advantage of Commuter Connect
Every Tuesday from 11am to 1pm in the SUB I lounge (third floor near Career Services). There's friendly faces, new people to meet, and free food
Don't be shy! Stop by Commuter Connect!
for more info email Kayla at kgray9@gmu.edu
Find it difficult to meet new people and make friends? Take advantage of Commuter Connect
Every Tuesday from 11am to 1pm in the SUB I lounge (third floor near Career Services). There's friendly faces, new people to meet, and free food
Don't be shy! Stop by Commuter Connect!
for more info email Kayla at kgray9@gmu.edu
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Happy Feet Clothing Drive
Hi everyone!
Please join in helping us gather new socks, gloves, and scarves to donate to Reston Interfaith. The Happy Feet clothing drive is sponsored by the Mason LEAD team. Your generous donation will go towards helping someone stay warm this winter. Show you care and donate today!
Donations can be made in College Hall, C200. Look for the blue Happy Feet box with the penguin on it :-)
Please join in helping us gather new socks, gloves, and scarves to donate to Reston Interfaith. The Happy Feet clothing drive is sponsored by the Mason LEAD team. Your generous donation will go towards helping someone stay warm this winter. Show you care and donate today!
Donations can be made in College Hall, C200. Look for the blue Happy Feet box with the penguin on it :-)
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Later appointments on Monday and Wednesday
Dear Students:
I will be holding later advising appointments on Mondays and Wednesdays. The latest appointment you can now make is 5:30pm. As always, call the appointment line 703-993-8642 to schedule something for yourself.
-Sara
I will be holding later advising appointments on Mondays and Wednesdays. The latest appointment you can now make is 5:30pm. As always, call the appointment line 703-993-8642 to schedule something for yourself.
-Sara
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Use Patriot Web Schedule of Classes
Just a reminder that it is best to use the Patriot Web schedule of classes, not the paper version. There have already been some changes made to the AVT schedule and the paper version is out of date. Please use Patriot Web in your planning-- it will be current!
Important Dates
- Selective Withdrawal Period ends Friday, October 24. Forms are available at http://registrar.gmu.edu/forms There will be no withdrawals granted after this date unless a student has extenuating, documentable circumstances (i.e., medical or family emergency).
- Registration will begin soon! Check your Registration Time Ticket on Patriot Web
- Registration dates:
- Seniors November 4
- Juniors November 5
- Sophomores November 6
- Freshmen November 7
- Non-degree Undergraduate January
- Incomplete work from spring/summer is due to instructors by Friday, October 24.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
When do you register for Spring 2009 classes?
Need to know what day and time you can begin to sign up for Spring 2009 classes?
Check your Registration Time Ticket
1. Log into Patriot Web
2. Select ‘Student Services’
3. Select ‘Registration’
4. Select “Registration Status and Time Ticket, Override Notification, Wait List Position’
5. Select Term, hits ‘Submit’
6. See the date and time you can begin registering for Spring 2009
Check your Registration Time Ticket
1. Log into Patriot Web
2. Select ‘Student Services’
3. Select ‘Registration’
4. Select “Registration Status and Time Ticket, Override Notification, Wait List Position’
5. Select Term, hits ‘Submit’
6. See the date and time you can begin registering for Spring 2009
Monday, September 29, 2008
Undergraduate Selective Withdrawal
The Selective Withdrawal Period for undergraduates began on Sept. 27 and goes through October 24. Undergraduate Degree-Seeking students may request a maximum of three selective withdrawals during their entire undergraduate career. Use selective withdrawal to drop a course you no longer want to/can be in. Just remember, if you use SE you will have a 'W' for withdrawal on your transcript.
Please ask Don or I if you have questions.
Please ask Don or I if you have questions.
Degree Audit workshop
The workshop is Wednesday October 8 at 12pm in FAB B204 (not October 10)
Sorry for the mix-up!
Sorry for the mix-up!
AVT Degree Audit Workshop
I will be having a workshop on how to run your degree audit in Patriot Web next Wednesday October 10 at 12pm in Fine Arts Building B204. Some things we will cover include:
*How to run an audit
*What an audit looks like for transfer students
*How to run a What-If Analysis if you're thinking of switching to BFA
*Spots in the audit to pay close attention to
Blake Selinsky from the Registrar will also be in attendance to answer any questions that may be above my head.
Hope to see you all there!
*How to run an audit
*What an audit looks like for transfer students
*How to run a What-If Analysis if you're thinking of switching to BFA
*Spots in the audit to pay close attention to
Blake Selinsky from the Registrar will also be in attendance to answer any questions that may be above my head.
Hope to see you all there!
Thursday, September 25, 2008
MAY 2009 Graduates file now!
If you are planning to graduate in May 2009, you can now file your intent to graduate on Patriot Web. Please, please, please do not delay in doing this!!!!!!!!! If you file now and have any problems we will have plenty of time to catch them and fix them before it's too late.
For more information on graduation visit: http://registrar.gmu.edu/gif/index.html
You can run a degree audit for yourself in Patriot Web or you can come see me or Don to check your progress. Pay very close attention to fine arts and global understanding
For more information on graduation visit: http://registrar.gmu.edu/gif/index.html
You can run a degree audit for yourself in Patriot Web or you can come see me or Don to check your progress. Pay very close attention to fine arts and global understanding
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
General Education classes
Dear Students,
Please be advised that AVT students have never been allowed to use any AVT courses to count for the Fine Arts general education requirements. Your degree audit may have once put AVT 104, 222, 215 into your Fine Arts requirement but this was a MISTAKE. This issue has been resolved by the Registrar's office and should not happen from here on out. Even though the audit used to continually make this mistake, messages about this policy have always been in the degree audits, advising sheets, and university catalogs.
Furthermore, students may not double count ARTH 203 for Global Understanding and their 200-level ARTH requirement. This was another mistake made by the audits, but is clearly stated in advising sheets, degree audits, and catalogs.
As I mentioned before, the degree audit mistakes should all be fixed now. The degree audits are great tools and I will be holding a workshop on 10/8 on how to use them. Please, please come in for advising. Don and I am here to help you and catch any of these technical errors.
Please be advised that AVT students have never been allowed to use any AVT courses to count for the Fine Arts general education requirements. Your degree audit may have once put AVT 104, 222, 215 into your Fine Arts requirement but this was a MISTAKE. This issue has been resolved by the Registrar's office and should not happen from here on out. Even though the audit used to continually make this mistake, messages about this policy have always been in the degree audits, advising sheets, and university catalogs.
Furthermore, students may not double count ARTH 203 for Global Understanding and their 200-level ARTH requirement. This was another mistake made by the audits, but is clearly stated in advising sheets, degree audits, and catalogs.
As I mentioned before, the degree audit mistakes should all be fixed now. The degree audits are great tools and I will be holding a workshop on 10/8 on how to use them. Please, please come in for advising. Don and I am here to help you and catch any of these technical errors.
Monday, September 22, 2008
A Career in the Arts
As many of you approach graduation, you may be thinking about applying for jobs. I would like to strongly recommend visiting Career Services, SUB I Room 348, 703-993-2370. At Career Services, you can visit their library, practice interviewing, connect with alumni, polish your resume, take career assessments, and meet with Ann Mills, the career counselor for students in the arts. Click here to learn more about the services Careers Services offers http://careers.gmu.edu/
You might also want to check out: http://careers.gmu.edu/onlineresources/avt.htm The contact information on this page is a little out of date, but their are links to grad school and job information sites.
It is free to use Career Services so take advantage of all the help they offer.
You might also want to check out: http://careers.gmu.edu/onlineresources/avt.htm The contact information on this page is a little out of date, but their are links to grad school and job information sites.
It is free to use Career Services so take advantage of all the help they offer.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Last Day to Drop with 33% tuition penalty
September 16 is the last day to drop with 33% tuition liability. Make sure your schedule for this fall is accurate in PatriotWeb!
Friday, September 5, 2008
ADD/DROP DEADLINE is September 9
If you need to make any changes to your schedule, do it now! Remember, you are solely responsible for your account on PatriotWeb. Make sure your schedule is accurate today.
The last day to add classes is Tuesday, September 9
The last day to drop classes with no tuition penalty is Tuesday, September 9
The last day to drop with 33% tuition penalty is Tuesday, September 16
The last day to drop with 67% tuition penalty is Friday, September 26
The Selective Withdrawal period is from September 27-October 24. Remember, you can only use Selective Withdrawal up to three times as an undergraduate student. If you must use this option, use it very judiciously.
The last day to add classes is Tuesday, September 9
The last day to drop classes with no tuition penalty is Tuesday, September 9
The last day to drop with 33% tuition penalty is Tuesday, September 16
The last day to drop with 67% tuition penalty is Friday, September 26
The Selective Withdrawal period is from September 27-October 24. Remember, you can only use Selective Withdrawal up to three times as an undergraduate student. If you must use this option, use it very judiciously.
Thursday, August 21, 2008
WELCOME WEEK!
Dear Students,
I am very glad you all will be back on campus next week! I hope you’ve all had a great summer.
As a part of Welcome Week I am hosting a Happy Hats workshop on Wednesday August 27 from 10am-4pm in the alcove gallery on the 2nd floor of the Fine Arts building. For those of you who don’t know what Happy Hats are, please visit: http://www.glorieshappyhats.org/ We will have tables set up where you can decorate a hat for a child in one of the local area hospitals. Refreshments will be served all day. Stop by in between classes for a snack and a hat to decorate.
Please put your artistic skills to good use and participate in this fun and creative activity. It will be a great chance for you to meet other AVT students, faculty and staff members, and you’ll get the opportunity to help brighten a child’s day. Even if you don’t have the time to decorate a hat, please stop by and say hello!
Looking forward to seeing you all there on the 27th!
-Sara
I am very glad you all will be back on campus next week! I hope you’ve all had a great summer.
As a part of Welcome Week I am hosting a Happy Hats workshop on Wednesday August 27 from 10am-4pm in the alcove gallery on the 2nd floor of the Fine Arts building. For those of you who don’t know what Happy Hats are, please visit: http://www.glorieshappyhats.org/ We will have tables set up where you can decorate a hat for a child in one of the local area hospitals. Refreshments will be served all day. Stop by in between classes for a snack and a hat to decorate.
Please put your artistic skills to good use and participate in this fun and creative activity. It will be a great chance for you to meet other AVT students, faculty and staff members, and you’ll get the opportunity to help brighten a child’s day. Even if you don’t have the time to decorate a hat, please stop by and say hello!
Looking forward to seeing you all there on the 27th!
-Sara
Monday, August 11, 2008
AVT 301 and AVT 101. PLEASE do not be confused!
Dear Students,
A letter from the department went out to you all last week that contains some confusing information. AVT 101 and AVT 301 are requirements for students who are under catalog years 2007 and later. For those of you who are under earlier catalog years(2006, 2005, 2004, etc.), you are not required to take these courses in order to graduate. You are certainly welcome to take them if you wish. AVT 301 is a guest lecturer series and would be very beneficial to you all.
If you are unsure which catalog year you are in log into Patriot Web and look under the student information section. Unless you specifically ask the Registrar's office to change your catalog year, you will be under the catalog year that corresponds with the semester you started at Mason. If you began in Fall 2006, you are under the 2006-2007 catalog year. If you began in Spring 2007 you are still under that 2006-2007 catalog year. If you began in fall 2007 you are under the 2007-2008 catalog year.
If you are confused or have additional questions please ask.
A letter from the department went out to you all last week that contains some confusing information. AVT 101 and AVT 301 are requirements for students who are under catalog years 2007 and later. For those of you who are under earlier catalog years(2006, 2005, 2004, etc.), you are not required to take these courses in order to graduate. You are certainly welcome to take them if you wish. AVT 301 is a guest lecturer series and would be very beneficial to you all.
If you are unsure which catalog year you are in log into Patriot Web and look under the student information section. Unless you specifically ask the Registrar's office to change your catalog year, you will be under the catalog year that corresponds with the semester you started at Mason. If you began in Fall 2006, you are under the 2006-2007 catalog year. If you began in Spring 2007 you are still under that 2006-2007 catalog year. If you began in fall 2007 you are under the 2007-2008 catalog year.
If you are confused or have additional questions please ask.
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Think you might want to teach art?
Give these classes try!
If you are considering becoming an art teacher, sign up for these classes to get an idea if the teaching profession is right for you. You'll have a lot of fun, will learn a ton, and will get the chance to explore profession you might not have thought much about yet.
AVT 396 Introduction to Art Teaching and Learning - Explores art-teaching profession through readings, discussion, hands-on activities, and visits to diverse area public schools. Students discover a variety of ways that art is taught and evaluated to meet multiple educational needs of today’s PK–12 students.
493 Teaching Visual Thinking Through Media, PK–12- Investigates range and appropriateness of media and materials that encourage creative expression in the art classroom for PK–12 students, and expands the artist-teacher’s visual repertoire. Incorporates art history, criticism and aesthetics, as well as language arts and other content areas that challenge students’ artistic growth and human development.
If you are considering becoming an art teacher, sign up for these classes to get an idea if the teaching profession is right for you. You'll have a lot of fun, will learn a ton, and will get the chance to explore profession you might not have thought much about yet.
AVT 396 Introduction to Art Teaching and Learning - Explores art-teaching profession through readings, discussion, hands-on activities, and visits to diverse area public schools. Students discover a variety of ways that art is taught and evaluated to meet multiple educational needs of today’s PK–12 students.
493 Teaching Visual Thinking Through Media, PK–12- Investigates range and appropriateness of media and materials that encourage creative expression in the art classroom for PK–12 students, and expands the artist-teacher’s visual repertoire. Incorporates art history, criticism and aesthetics, as well as language arts and other content areas that challenge students’ artistic growth and human development.
Friday, June 27, 2008
Helpful Websites for Emerging Artists
These links come to you courtesy of Rebecca Chase, Undergraduate Coordinator for AVT. ENJOY!
For Graphic Design and Digital Art Concentrations
1. http://www.estetica-design-forum.com/: a forum for graphic and web designers.
2. http://www.graphic-design-blog.com/: graphic design and web design blog.
3. There are many more websites like the 2 listings above, if you are interested in graphic design and web design. They can be found at: http://www.sketchee.com/920/12-social-sites-for-artists-designers.
For All Concentrations
1. This artist’s blog, “Artists Emerging: One artist's struggles and triumphs in starting an art career”, can be accessed through the artist’s website at: http://www.deannawood.com/. Posts on writing an artist’s resume, pricing your artwork, how galleries choose an artist, and much more.
2. http://www.artisthelpnetwork.com/: a free information service designed to help artists take control of their careers. The network assists artists in locating information, resources, guidance, and advice on a comprehensive range of career-related topics. Focuses primarily on subjects of interest to fine artists. People working in the applied arts, arts administration, and arts-related fields will also find this site useful.
3. http://www.wwar.com/: World Wide Arts Resources. The largest site for contemporary art, art news, art history, contemporary artist and gallery portfolios, online since 1995.
4. http://www.artcalendar.com/ppv/: Online business magazine for artists. Helpful online videos such as “getting into galleries, clients and commissions, the beginning basics of building your career.” Artist’s profiles and blogs, much more.
5. http://myrejectionletters.blogspot.com/: “Rejection Letters of an Emerging Artist” by Suzanne Melbourne, a fulltime painter and photographer.
“As a modern day fulltime, emerging, fine artist with the world at her fingertips thanks to technology as it is, I have found myself in a unique position to document my efforts to promote myself. This site offers me the opportunity to share my experiences along the way with other emerging artists out there.”
6. http://www.nyfa.org/login.asp?id=8: New York Foundation for the Arts.
NYFA's mission is to empower artists at critical stages in their creative lives. NYFA is the largest provider of grants, services, and information to artists working in all disciplines in the United States.
7. http://www.artdeadlineslist.com/: Art contests and competitions, art jobs and internships, art scholarships and grants and fellowships, art festivals, call for entries/proposals/projects, and other opportunities, in all disciplines, for art students, art teachers, and artists of all ages.
8. http://www.lynndunham.blogspot.com/: Art News, A Creative Resource for Artists, Collectors, Dealers and Curators. Subscribe and get updates on the latest in the art world.
For Graphic Design and Digital Art Concentrations
1. http://www.estetica-design-forum.com/: a forum for graphic and web designers.
2. http://www.graphic-design-blog.com/: graphic design and web design blog.
3. There are many more websites like the 2 listings above, if you are interested in graphic design and web design. They can be found at: http://www.sketchee.com/920/12-social-sites-for-artists-designers.
For All Concentrations
1. This artist’s blog, “Artists Emerging: One artist's struggles and triumphs in starting an art career”, can be accessed through the artist’s website at: http://www.deannawood.com/. Posts on writing an artist’s resume, pricing your artwork, how galleries choose an artist, and much more.
2. http://www.artisthelpnetwork.com/: a free information service designed to help artists take control of their careers. The network assists artists in locating information, resources, guidance, and advice on a comprehensive range of career-related topics. Focuses primarily on subjects of interest to fine artists. People working in the applied arts, arts administration, and arts-related fields will also find this site useful.
3. http://www.wwar.com/: World Wide Arts Resources. The largest site for contemporary art, art news, art history, contemporary artist and gallery portfolios, online since 1995.
4. http://www.artcalendar.com/ppv/: Online business magazine for artists. Helpful online videos such as “getting into galleries, clients and commissions, the beginning basics of building your career.” Artist’s profiles and blogs, much more.
5. http://myrejectionletters.blogspot.com/: “Rejection Letters of an Emerging Artist” by Suzanne Melbourne, a fulltime painter and photographer.
“As a modern day fulltime, emerging, fine artist with the world at her fingertips thanks to technology as it is, I have found myself in a unique position to document my efforts to promote myself. This site offers me the opportunity to share my experiences along the way with other emerging artists out there.”
6. http://www.nyfa.org/login.asp?id=8: New York Foundation for the Arts.
NYFA's mission is to empower artists at critical stages in their creative lives. NYFA is the largest provider of grants, services, and information to artists working in all disciplines in the United States.
7. http://www.artdeadlineslist.com/: Art contests and competitions, art jobs and internships, art scholarships and grants and fellowships, art festivals, call for entries/proposals/projects, and other opportunities, in all disciplines, for art students, art teachers, and artists of all ages.
8. http://www.lynndunham.blogspot.com/: Art News, A Creative Resource for Artists, Collectors, Dealers and Curators. Subscribe and get updates on the latest in the art world.
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Need an elective?
Looking to fill your schedule for fall? Need an elective? Need upper division credit?
Consider taking one of these great courses:
AVT 371 Visual Perception and the Arts (3:3:0) Review of major approaches to the study of visual perception. Topics include analysis of picture perception, visual thinking, the relationship between symbolic and nonsymbolic thinking and representation, and how pathologies of vision affect art production.
AVT 305 Creative Processes (3:3:0) Study of the creative process in general, with emphasis on the inspiration, working methods, and final creations of various artists. Students explore their own creative processes through journal keeping, collaborative exercises, and projects.
AVT 204 Visual Thinking (3:3:0) Explores the ways contemporary artists use principles of design and perception to challenge how we see our world physiologically, psychologically, or socially. Examples drawn from film, photography, new media art, and other contemporary artistic media.
Consider taking one of these great courses:
AVT 371 Visual Perception and the Arts (3:3:0) Review of major approaches to the study of visual perception. Topics include analysis of picture perception, visual thinking, the relationship between symbolic and nonsymbolic thinking and representation, and how pathologies of vision affect art production.
AVT 305 Creative Processes (3:3:0) Study of the creative process in general, with emphasis on the inspiration, working methods, and final creations of various artists. Students explore their own creative processes through journal keeping, collaborative exercises, and projects.
AVT 204 Visual Thinking (3:3:0) Explores the ways contemporary artists use principles of design and perception to challenge how we see our world physiologically, psychologically, or socially. Examples drawn from film, photography, new media art, and other contemporary artistic media.
Monday, May 12, 2008
What's in a degree?
I just wanted to take a moment to explain the components of an undergraduate degree, in case anyone out there is confused about the many parts that add up to equal a Bachelors degree. There are many things to look out for when planning your path to graduation. Here are some things to always keep in mind.
- to earn a BA or BFA you must have a minimum of 120 credits. Many students will have more than this because of transfer credits, change of major, electives, minors, etc. Several components make up this 120 credits: general education courses, major courses, elective courses, minor/foreign language (depending on your major). Out of the 120 credits at least 45 credits must be courses taken at the 300-499 level.
- Our BA degree is made up of 4 parts: general education courses, major courses, foreign language OR minor courses, and electives. The BFA degree has 3 parts: general education courses, major courses, and electives
- In addition to earning at least 120 credits and completing the requirements for the degree, students must earn at least 45 credits of upper division courses in order to graduate. This is a strict university rule and there is no way around this requirement. Upper division courses are courses that are in the 300-499 range and any courses that you take from this range apply to your degree. Check your transcripts and degree audits in PatriotWeb regularly to make sure that you are working towards this requirement.
- If you did not do well in a class you have the option of repeating the class to try and earn a higher grade. Repeating a class will not count towards the 45 upper division credit requirement. All attempts you make at a certain class will remain on your transcript, but only the most recent attempt will count towards your cumulative gpa.
- The minimum GPA you need to have in order to be in good academic standing and eligible to graduate is a 2.0. Your academic standing is based entirely on your cumulative gpa, which is calculated using the number of attempted credits and grades earned. Be warned- if you withdraw from a course after the drop deadline (meaning you have a 'W' on your transcript. You get a 'W' for courses you drop during Selective Withdrawal perod), those credits are considered attempted credits and will count towards your cumulative gpa. If you fail a course you will not be given credit for the class but the number of credits the failed course was for will count towards your attempted credits, thus affecting your cumulative gpa.
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Univeristy Transition Courses
Looking for a great non-AVT class to take? Are you a new freshman or transfer student? Thinking about pursuing an internship or want to gather more information on careers? Maybe you're an upcoming senior and want to start thinking about transitioning to grad school or the work force?
College is all about transitions. Whether you're just getting started at Mason, falling into a major, recovering from a rough semester, or getting ready to graduate, you are constantly adjusting to new and unfamiliar requirements and expectations. Whatever your situation may be, I want to encourage you to give the University Transition courses a try. These courses are taught by Mason staff members and will help you tap into Mason's student resources, get you thinking about yourself and your academic and career goals, and will give you a chance to explore your ideas and interests for credit. Check out the course descriptions below and sign up for one today!
Check out PatriotWeb for Fall 08 offerings. All UNIV courses are being offered this fall.
University 400
College to Work Place
UNIV 400 is a 1 credit course for second semester juniors and seniors. The course combines the use of self-assessment, job search strategies and research into the development of an effective job search plan. The academic emphasis is on resume/portfolio development, networking and interviewing strategies, professional ethics, presentation skills and long term career planning.
College to Graduate School
UNIV 400 is a 1 credit course for second semester juniors and seniors. The academic emphasis is on student readiness for the transition to graduate or professional school. Students will learn about application and testing options and strategies, interviewing skills, budgeting and financial planning and career development.
University 300
Transfer Transitions
UNIV 300 is a 1 credit course for transfer students in their first or second semester at Mason. This course is dedicated to helping students successfully transition to the university by gaining knowledge of degree requirements, policies and procedures as well as learning about resources and opportunities on campus. UNIV 300 also focuses on helping students refine their academic and career goals. Developing resumes and practicing interviewing techniques are also emphasized.
Obtaining Career Related Experience
UNIV 300 is a 1 credit hour course for second semester sophomores and juniors looking to prepare themselves for internship and career opportunities. The course combines the use of self-assessment, research and networking to help students prepare for the Career Services Internship/Job Fair. UNIV 300 emphasizes resume development, job search strategies, effective interviewing techniques to assist students in their quest for internship or job opportunities in their chosen career path.
University 200
Major Career Decisions
UNIV200 is a 2 credit course open to second semester freshmen and sophomores looking to determine an academic major and future career path. The course uses self -assessment tools, research and networking to help students decide on a major. Students will:
▪ Use self-assessment tools such as the Strong Interest Inventory and MBTI.
▪ Participate in the Career Services Internship/Job Fair.
▪ Use research tools in the Career Services library and internet to explore options for academic majors and potential career paths.
▪ Understand the basic constructs of resume development, job search strategies and interviewing techniques.
▪ Accumulate knowledge and insight into major fields and career opportunities.
University 100
University 100 offers you a unique opportunity to participate in a program to help your adjustment to the George Mason University community. Taken for credit, University 100 will assist you with your transition to college life. Involvement in University 100 is open to all entering new students with the exception of students enrolled in New Century College. However, space is limited and the openings go quickly, so enroll during summer orientation. Objectives of the Program
▪ Assisting you with your academic, social, and cultural transition to college
▪ Developing a sense of community and school spirit
▪ Familiarizing you with the most commonly used technology at Mason
▪ Developing sound decision-making skills
▪ Improving interpersonal relationships
▪ Learning about the services and opportunities for involvement
▪ Supporting academic and personal growth
▪ Enhancing your critical thinking skills
College is all about transitions. Whether you're just getting started at Mason, falling into a major, recovering from a rough semester, or getting ready to graduate, you are constantly adjusting to new and unfamiliar requirements and expectations. Whatever your situation may be, I want to encourage you to give the University Transition courses a try. These courses are taught by Mason staff members and will help you tap into Mason's student resources, get you thinking about yourself and your academic and career goals, and will give you a chance to explore your ideas and interests for credit. Check out the course descriptions below and sign up for one today!
Check out PatriotWeb for Fall 08 offerings. All UNIV courses are being offered this fall.
University 400
College to Work Place
UNIV 400 is a 1 credit course for second semester juniors and seniors. The course combines the use of self-assessment, job search strategies and research into the development of an effective job search plan. The academic emphasis is on resume/portfolio development, networking and interviewing strategies, professional ethics, presentation skills and long term career planning.
College to Graduate School
UNIV 400 is a 1 credit course for second semester juniors and seniors. The academic emphasis is on student readiness for the transition to graduate or professional school. Students will learn about application and testing options and strategies, interviewing skills, budgeting and financial planning and career development.
University 300
Transfer Transitions
UNIV 300 is a 1 credit course for transfer students in their first or second semester at Mason. This course is dedicated to helping students successfully transition to the university by gaining knowledge of degree requirements, policies and procedures as well as learning about resources and opportunities on campus. UNIV 300 also focuses on helping students refine their academic and career goals. Developing resumes and practicing interviewing techniques are also emphasized.
Obtaining Career Related Experience
UNIV 300 is a 1 credit hour course for second semester sophomores and juniors looking to prepare themselves for internship and career opportunities. The course combines the use of self-assessment, research and networking to help students prepare for the Career Services Internship/Job Fair. UNIV 300 emphasizes resume development, job search strategies, effective interviewing techniques to assist students in their quest for internship or job opportunities in their chosen career path.
University 200
Major Career Decisions
UNIV200 is a 2 credit course open to second semester freshmen and sophomores looking to determine an academic major and future career path. The course uses self -assessment tools, research and networking to help students decide on a major. Students will:
▪ Use self-assessment tools such as the Strong Interest Inventory and MBTI.
▪ Participate in the Career Services Internship/Job Fair.
▪ Use research tools in the Career Services library and internet to explore options for academic majors and potential career paths.
▪ Understand the basic constructs of resume development, job search strategies and interviewing techniques.
▪ Accumulate knowledge and insight into major fields and career opportunities.
University 100
University 100 offers you a unique opportunity to participate in a program to help your adjustment to the George Mason University community. Taken for credit, University 100 will assist you with your transition to college life. Involvement in University 100 is open to all entering new students with the exception of students enrolled in New Century College. However, space is limited and the openings go quickly, so enroll during summer orientation. Objectives of the Program
▪ Assisting you with your academic, social, and cultural transition to college
▪ Developing a sense of community and school spirit
▪ Familiarizing you with the most commonly used technology at Mason
▪ Developing sound decision-making skills
▪ Improving interpersonal relationships
▪ Learning about the services and opportunities for involvement
▪ Supporting academic and personal growth
▪ Enhancing your critical thinking skills
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
AVT 399 Special Topics in Art and Visual Technology
Looking for a great way to get upper level credit? Consider taking AVT 399 Special Topics in Art and Visual Technology. Taking this course will count towards your Breadth & Experience requirement as long as you take at least 3 credits of it. You can also take it for elective credit. This course explores current issues in AVT including theoretical and critical aspects of art or studio production.
The topics and credit level of each class differs and can range from 1-6 credits depending on the subject and instructor. You can also repeat this course as long as the topic is different.
399 sections being offered in Fall 2008 are:
Sustainability and Art
and
Women and Performance
The topics and credit level of each class differs and can range from 1-6 credits depending on the subject and instructor. You can also repeat this course as long as the topic is different.
399 sections being offered in Fall 2008 are:
Sustainability and Art
and
Women and Performance
Monday, April 14, 2008
AVT 307, 395, and ARTH 374. What are these courses and why do you have to take them?
Many of you have asked, "What exactly is Aesthetics and why am I required to take it?" or "I'm studying studio art, why do I have to take more writing courses?" Well my friends, courses like AVT 307 Aesthetics, AVT 395 Writing for Artists, and ARTH 374 Art Now are vital elements of your artistic training. Not only do these three courses meet institutional and accreditation requirements, they also provide necessary information to students who are studying art and design. The following blurbs, written by Associate Chair Lynne Constantine, explain what these courses are all about and why they are essential to your studies as an AVT major.
o AVT 307, Aesthetics, explores historical and contemporary answers to questions such as “What is art?” and “Why do some artists make art that is difficult to look at or understand?” and “What is beauty?” and “How do standards for evaluating art change over time?” Its goal is to broaden students’ options for their personal practice by exploring contemporary ways of making art and of thinking about art practice. Most sections focus on artmaking from the early 20th century on, when art began exploring media, subject matter, and styles of presentation that were outside the bounds of traditional materials and techniques. The approach in the class is NOT historical-it’s based on experiencing a broad range of challenging artworks (including some that seem tame to us now, but cause a firestorm in their own day) and drawing on readings and discussion to learn how to move with a sense of confidence among contemporary artworks.
o AVT 395, Writing for Artists (which has a customized version for design students—same course number but specialized content and instruction), teaches students how to improve their writing by having them practice the kinds of writing that artists and designers must do. Most of the assignments are practical—artist’s statements, proposals, resumes, etc. The designers’ version includes all kinds of typical communications with clients. The artist’s version sometimes includes such new media as blogs, websites, and podcasts. The goal is to equip students to communicate in writing—whether they remain in the art and design worlds, or go on to do something else with their lives.
o ARTH 374, Art Now, surveys works of art, artists and trends in art since 1964 (approximately). Art and design do not occur in a vacuum—they participate in movements within the general culture and within the worlds of art and design. Seeing what artists have been doing over the last 50 years gives students contexts, exemplars, and models for their own explorations. Even design students benefit from Art Now because design and art are historically quite porous—the same trends can be seen in both, and people move quite seamlessly from art to design to art.
o AVT 307, Aesthetics, explores historical and contemporary answers to questions such as “What is art?” and “Why do some artists make art that is difficult to look at or understand?” and “What is beauty?” and “How do standards for evaluating art change over time?” Its goal is to broaden students’ options for their personal practice by exploring contemporary ways of making art and of thinking about art practice. Most sections focus on artmaking from the early 20th century on, when art began exploring media, subject matter, and styles of presentation that were outside the bounds of traditional materials and techniques. The approach in the class is NOT historical-it’s based on experiencing a broad range of challenging artworks (including some that seem tame to us now, but cause a firestorm in their own day) and drawing on readings and discussion to learn how to move with a sense of confidence among contemporary artworks.
o AVT 395, Writing for Artists (which has a customized version for design students—same course number but specialized content and instruction), teaches students how to improve their writing by having them practice the kinds of writing that artists and designers must do. Most of the assignments are practical—artist’s statements, proposals, resumes, etc. The designers’ version includes all kinds of typical communications with clients. The artist’s version sometimes includes such new media as blogs, websites, and podcasts. The goal is to equip students to communicate in writing—whether they remain in the art and design worlds, or go on to do something else with their lives.
o ARTH 374, Art Now, surveys works of art, artists and trends in art since 1964 (approximately). Art and design do not occur in a vacuum—they participate in movements within the general culture and within the worlds of art and design. Seeing what artists have been doing over the last 50 years gives students contexts, exemplars, and models for their own explorations. Even design students benefit from Art Now because design and art are historically quite porous—the same trends can be seen in both, and people move quite seamlessly from art to design to art.
Friday, April 11, 2008
It's almost time to register for classes!
It's that time again! The fall registration period will begin on April 14. Make sure you check PatriotWeb for your registration time ticket and meet with an advisor if you have any questions about the courses you need to sign up for. Registration times are assigned based on the number of completed hours from most to least.
Graduate Students April 14
Seniors April 15
Juniors April 16
Sophomores April 17
Freshman April 18
Nondegree Graduate May 5
Nondegree Undergraduate July 30
Don't delay in registering. Courses will fill up fast! Remember that you must be enrolled in at least one course by the first day of classes in order to avoid paying the late fee. Also note that your courses will not be dropped for non-payment. If you decided not to attend classes for a semester you must make sure that you are not enrolled in any courses.
Be sure to check PatriotWeb for the most up-to-date course information and check out the Registrar's page for information about being on the waitlist for a course. http://www.registrar.gmu.edu/students/registration/waitfaq.html
Graduate Students April 14
Seniors April 15
Juniors April 16
Sophomores April 17
Freshman April 18
Nondegree Graduate May 5
Nondegree Undergraduate July 30
Don't delay in registering. Courses will fill up fast! Remember that you must be enrolled in at least one course by the first day of classes in order to avoid paying the late fee. Also note that your courses will not be dropped for non-payment. If you decided not to attend classes for a semester you must make sure that you are not enrolled in any courses.
Be sure to check PatriotWeb for the most up-to-date course information and check out the Registrar's page for information about being on the waitlist for a course. http://www.registrar.gmu.edu/students/registration/waitfaq.html
Which advisor do you need to see?
Don Starr- Graphic Design and Digital Arts
Mary Del Popolo- Art Education
Rebecca Chase- Internships
Sara Duval- Photography, Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, InterArts, Printmaking, AVT Minors, no concentration, prospective AVT students, and anyone else who has questions or needs help (including students in the concentrations listed above)
Mary Del Popolo- Art Education
Rebecca Chase- Internships
Sara Duval- Photography, Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, InterArts, Printmaking, AVT Minors, no concentration, prospective AVT students, and anyone else who has questions or needs help (including students in the concentrations listed above)
Welcome!
Welcome to the AVT Academic Advising group! My name is Sara Duval and I am the new full-time academic advisor and the moderator for this blog. The advising team-which includes me, Don Starr, Rebecca Chase, and Mary Del Popolo-want to be sure that all of our AVT students are well-informed and on-track. We hope that this blog is another way that we can connect with you and assist you with your advising needs.
This blog is for general information only and in no way serves to take the place of regular advising. You are free to ask general questions but please don't include any personal information as this is a public forum. Save your personal questions for email or appointments. To schedule an appointment call 703-993-8642.
I'll post on this blog regularly with any updates, important dates, or answers to commonly asked advising questions. I'd also love to get your feedback. What kind of information would be helpful for you?
This blog is for general information only and in no way serves to take the place of regular advising. You are free to ask general questions but please don't include any personal information as this is a public forum. Save your personal questions for email or appointments. To schedule an appointment call 703-993-8642.
I'll post on this blog regularly with any updates, important dates, or answers to commonly asked advising questions. I'd also love to get your feedback. What kind of information would be helpful for you?
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