Degree Audit Workshop

I will be having a workshop on how to run your degree audit in Patriot Web on Wednesday, November 11 at 10am and again at 4:30pm in the conference room of 2050 School of Art Building.
The Degree Audit is a very important tool in planning out your progress towards graduation. All students should know how to use this valuable feature in Patriot Web.
Some things we will cover include:
*How to run an audit for yourself
*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!

School of Art Contact Information

The new School of Art building is behind Innovation Hall and can be seen from Patriot Circle when you are near lot A.
The main office number is 2005 and is on the top floor along with faculty and staff offices. The phone number is 703-993-8898.
The mailing adress is:
School of Art
George Mason University
4400 University Drive, MS 1C3
Fairfax, VA 22030
the web site adress has changed to http://soa.gmu.edu

Last Day to Add

The last day to add is Tuesday, September 15, 2009. All credit overloads, force-adds, and individualized sections are due by tomorrow.
Tomorrow is also the last day to drop with no tuition penalty.
Check Patriot Web to be sure your schedule is correct!!!

File Your Intent to Graduate!

If you are planning to graduate at the end of the Fall 2009 semester, you need to file your intent to graduate immediately.

Fall 2009 Important Dates

First Day of Classes; last day to submit Domicile Reclassification Application; Payment Due Date August 31
Labor Day, university closed September 7
Last day to drop with no tuition penalty September 15
Last day to add classes—all individualized sections due September 15
Last day to drop with a 33% tuition penalty September 22
Last day to drop with a 67% tuition penalty October 2
Last day to drop October 2
Midterm progress reporting period September 28-October 23
Selective Withdrawal Period (undergrad only) October 5-October 30
Columbus Day recess (Monday classes/labs meet Tuesday. Tuesday classes do not meet this week) October 12
Incomplete work from spring/summer 2009 due to instructor October 23
Incomplete grade changes from spring/summer 2009 due to registrar October 30
Thanksgiving recess November 25-29
Last day of classes December 12
Reading days None scheduled
Exam period (beginning at 7:30am on Monday, December 14) December 14-December 21
Degree Conferral Date January 9, 2010

AVT Department move

AVT department has moved to the new School of Art Building. It's behind Innovation Hall. Main office is in 2005. Main number is 703-993-8898

Do You Want to Be an ART TEACHER?

Dear all BA and BFA Art and Visual Technology Students,

Are you considering a career in art education Pk-12?

I would like to invite you to an Art Education Info Session "Do You Want to Be an ART TEACHER " which will be held this Thursday, May 7 at 5:00 in the FAB Fine Arts Building B204 on the Fairfax Campus.

I will be discussing the BFA Intent to Pursue component of the art education program along with MAT Program, Master of Arts in Teaching in Art Education and can answer your questions on the art education undergraduate classes in pursuit of the MAT.

If you will be attending please e-mailing me to mdelpopo@gmu.edu. by Wednesday May 6th.

We look forward to meeting you next Thursday to discuss our
Art Education Program at George Mason University.

Sincerely,

Mary

Mary Del Popolo, Art Education Advisor

Assistant Professor
George Mason University
Art and Visual Technology
College Hall, C211C,C209B

AVT Internship Blog

Rebecca Chase has created a blog to post internship opportunities on.
Check it out http://avtinternships.blogspot.com/

Study Elsewhere

As we approach summer, I thought it necessary to review the Study Elsewhere policy. Please read this carefully as you make your plans for summer.

Students enrolled at George Mason University are expected to complete their coursework in residence. Exceptions to this policy are considered only on a case-by-case basis. All students must obtain advance, written approval from CVPA Associate Dean before enrolling in classes elsewhere.

If a student’s permanent residence is over 50 miles away from the Fairfax campus, a student may request permission to enroll part-time at an accredited institution near their home during the summer semester. This special permission does not extend into regularly scheduled fall and spring semesters.

In order to have an exception considered, students must have completed the immediately preceding semester with a GPA of 2.000 or higher and be in good academic standing. New Freshmen and new transfer students are not allowed to take courses elsewhere as they have yet to establish an academic record at George Mason.

Reasons NOT considered to be enrolled in courses elsewhere include – but are not limited to – the following:

• Course is less expensive elsewhere.
• Course is closer to home or work.
• Course is offered at a more convenient time to accommodate work or personal schedules, etc.
• Course is an elective or a class not offered at George Mason or through the Consortium.
• Course has been attempted unsuccessfully at George Mason – you may not repeat this course at another institution.
• Class size is smaller elsewhere.

Courses elsewhere that have been pre-approved must be taken for a grade and be passed with a GPA of 2.00 (on a 4.00 scale) or higher in order to be transferred to George Mason. Official transcripts must be sent after completion of the course. Although credit for the course can be transferred, the grade for the course will not transfer.

In short, in order to study elsewhere during the summer, you must be living at your permanent residence that is at least 50 miles away from campus. Requests to take classes at NOVA will not be granted.

Fall 2009 Registration Dates

It's that time again! Fall 2009 registration is just weeks away. As always, you can check your specific Registration Time Ticket on Patriot Web, but here are the basis:
April 14 Seniors
April 15 Juniors
April 16 Sophomores
April 17 Freshman
July 28 Nondegree undergraduates

Remember, you can run a degree audit for yourself anytime to see which requirements you still need. You can also make an appointment with Don or I by calling 703-993-8642.

File your INTENT TO GRADUATE!!!!

The Graduation Intent Form for May 16th, 2009 and August 8th, 2009 Graduation is now available!
Students who plan to graduate in the spring or summer 2009 semesters must file their
Intent to Graduate IMMEDIATELY!!!!! (You want your name in the graduation program, don't you?)

Info on ceremonies: http://events.gmu.edu/commence1.html

Define Your Design Style at the AIGA Pizza Luncheon

AIGA is hosting a fun luncheon where you can ask and mingle with people in AIGA, learn what we're about and just have fun. After mingling and introductions, etc. we will also be doing a little art activity -- Creating an ACEO! An ACEO (Art Card, Editions, Originals) is basically a trading card that you can sell that embodies your style into something small and pocket-sized (2.5"x3.5"). Portable Art! Or you can make ATC (Art Trading Card) and trade samples of your style with other artists!
Everyone who is interested in art and design are free to come and join in the activities! =)

NOTE: Please RSVP so that way we can know how many pizzas to order (link available on AVT Advising facebook group).

Date:	Thursday, March 26, 2009
Time:	11:30am - 1:00pm
Location:	SUB 2 Room 6

Email: AIGA.GMU@gmail.com

Summer Session

Students may begin registering on March 16 for summer classes. See Patriot Web for course offerings. Graphic Design students: please see post below.

Summer Sessions are:
Session A: May 18 – June 19
Session B: June 1 – July 21
Session C: July 6 – August 4

http://summer.gmu.edu

Shift Your Graphic Design Studies into Overdrive!

Register soon for Summer 2009 B Session Graphic Design Courses

AVT 215 Typography
Prerequisites: AVT 104 & AVT 180 or permission of instructor
Introduction to history and use of type. Reading and projects develop awareness of type as a linguistic and visual communication tool. Introduces typographic design elements, including color, hierarchy, integration with imagery, structure, and content.
CRN 40692
Mondays/Wednesdays
4:30-8:00pm
B sessions
6/01-7/21/09
Limited to 20 students
Instructor: Anne Kearns

AVT 311 Graphic Design Methods and Principles
Prerequisites: AVT 180 & AVT 215 or permission of instructor
Emphasis on developing design solutions requiring demographic, historical, and/or cultural research. Course strengthens design and typography skills, introduces conceptual problem solving, audience considerations, and broad-based tools designers use to develop effective visual communication solutions.
CRN 40693
Tuesdays/Thursdays
4:30-8:00pm
B session
6/01-7/21/09
Limited to 20 students
Instructor: Karen Beach

AVT 414 Corporate Design and Branding
Prerequisites: AVT 215, AVT 252 or 253, AVT 311 & AVT 395
Fundamentals of branding and identity design. Topics include logo development, product packaging, marketing and advertising collaterals, web branding, and broadcast advertising development. Special attention is given to the creation of a graphoc standards guide.
CRN 40694
Tuesdays/Thursdays
4:30-8:00pm
B sessions
6/01-7/21/09
Limited to 20 students
Instructor: Don Starr
***AVT 414 must be completed before enrolling in AVT 498 Senior Project*****

Learning Services

If you have ever found yourself struggling with your course load during the semester, you are not alone. College classes are demanding—course contents are challenging, the workload can seem overwhelming; you’re trying to balance your school work with your personal life…sometimes it’s a wonder anyone survives college!

Fortunately, Mason does not expect you to go at it alone. There are many resources on campus for you to turn to when you need a little help. One of these resources is Learning Services. This office has a tutor referral program, academic counseling, and workshops to help all Mason students be successful. Some of the workshops include: Improving Concentration, Motivation and Goal Setting, Study Strategies, Exam Strategies, and Overcoming Procrastination. Some students may even be interested in earning the Certificate in Academic Skills. This certificate program can help students to study more efficiently, improve your test taking skills, decrease their anxiety about performance and improve their grades.

The programs offered through Learning Services are confidential, free of charge, and open to all Mason students. Stop struggling and start taking steps towards academic success by taking advantage of the programs Learning Services has to offer.

Learning Services
Student Union Building I, Room 354
703-993-2999

AIGA BFA Portfolio Review Event

All Graphic Design students interested in applying for the BFA this semester (materials due by 3pm on 2/27) should participate in the upcoming AIGA Portfolio Review.
The review will take place on Tuesday, February 17 from 3:30-6:30pm in the Alcove Gallery in the Fine Arts building.
Contact Don with any questions: dstarr@gmu.edu

BFA Application and Portfolio due date is February 27 at 3pm!

Just a reminder to those of you who are planning to apply for the BFA this semester---
The deadline to submit your portfolio and application materials is Friday, February 27 at 3:00pm. You must turn everything in to Susie in College Hall, C200. Keep in mind you must have someone in your concentration review your portfolio before you turn it in.
Read through the application very carefully.
Good luck!

10 Things all AVT Undergraduates Need to Know

1. All students can check their degree progress anytime by running a degree audit in Patriot Web. Instructions on how to do this are found here: http://registrar.gmu.edu/gif/how.html#DegreeEvaluation

2. Students must earn a minimum of 120 credits to graduate. At least 45 of those credits must come from courses taken at the 300 and 400 level. e.g., ENGL 302, AVT 323

3. The prerequisites for enrollment in AVT 497 Senior Project are:

• Senior AVT student
• Completion of 12 concentration credits
• Completion or concurrent enrollment in all required general education courses

The prerequisites for enrollment in AVT 498 Senior Design Project are:

• Senior AVT student
• Completion of AVT 311, 313, 414
• Completion or concurrent enrollment in all required general education courses

4. BA students must complete a foreign language through the intermediate level (e.g., SPAN 210) OR a minor. A list of minors and their requirements can be found at: http://www.gmu.edu/departments/advising/minors.html. Information on foreign language placement and test-out options is found here: http://mcl.gmu.edu/resources/placement_testing.html. BFA students do not have to take a foreign language or a minor, but they must take additional AVT major and concentration courses.

5. Students must file a Graduation Intent Form on Patriot Web the semester prior to the expected graduation term. Instructions on how and when to file are found here: http://registrar.gmu.edu/gif/how.html#When

6. Students who are considering changing majors may make an appointment with an advisor in the Academic Advising Center, SUB I Room 304, 703-993-2470, http://www.gmu.edu/departments/advising

7. AVT students may not use any AVT courses to fulfill the university general education fine arts requirement. AVT students may not use any ARTH courses used in the AVT major to also fulfill the general education fine arts or global understanding requirement.

8. There are no special exceptions given to students who cannot attend classes when they are offered at the university. Students must make the necessary arrangements in their work and personal lives in order to attend classes.

9. Students must obtain permission from the CVPA dean before attending classes at another institution. Students need to see an advisor to fill out the appropriate paperwork for this request.

10. Late drop after the deadline is only considered for non-academic reasons with documentation and recommendation of the student’s academic advisor.

Spring 2009 Add/Drop Dates

WELCOME BACK!!!!!
I hope you all had a nice winter break and are ready to jump back into classes!

Some very important dates to be aware of:
First day of classes, Payment Due Date: January 21
Last day to drop with NO tuition penalty: February 4
Last day to add classes--all individualized sections due: February 4
Last day to drop with 33% tuition penalty: February 10
Last day to drop with 67% tuition penalty: February 20
LAST DAY TO DROP: February 20

Selective withdrawal period (undergraduates only): February 23- March 27

4th Annual CVPA Student Career Evening

The CVPA Alumni Chapter and University Career Services present

ARTS in the Real World
Fourth Annual CVPA Student Career Evening
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
6:00PM-8:30PM, Mason Hall

The College of Visual and Performing Arts alumni chapter is pleased to sponsor an evening for current CVPA students addressing the challenges and opportunities of navigating a career in the arts entitled "Arts in the Real World".

• FREE dinner buffet
• Information: tables in the Mason Hall Alumi Atrium with information from each of the CVPA disciplines (AVT, Dance, Music, Theater, Film and Video Studies, Arts Management) regarding job opportunities and career tracks for graduates.
• Discussion panel of CVPA alumni from each discipline highlighting 1) real-life stories of various artists/art managers and 2) how to network in the arts.
• Opportunity to network with outside arts organizations and working arts professionals

Evening Schedule:
6:00-6:30pm- Mason Hall Alumni Atrium, dinner buffet
6:30-7:20pm- Mason Hall Meese Conference Room, Panel discussion on career paths
7:20-8:00pm- Q&A breakout discussions by discipline
8:00-8:30pm- Informal networking
Information table available throughout the evening

RA positions possible for the new AVT floor in housing

Dear students,
If you live on campus (or would like to) and are looking for a job for fall 2009, consider applying for a Resident Advisor position for the new AVT Living Learning Community (LLC). The LLC is currently being developed for fall 2009 as a floor in President's Park just for new AVT freshmen students. The AVT LLC will be grouped with other LLCs across campus.
Being an RA is a challenging and rewarding job. Good candidates for the position are at least sophomore standing, have a cumulative gpa of 2.5 or higher, are full-time students, and have a clean judicial record.
Not only will you be able to contribute your time and creativity to the first residence hall floor for AVT students, you'll also score some major perks (free room!).
If you're interested in learning more about becoming an RA, visit http://housing.gmu.edu/ra/index2.asp and then email me at sduval1@gmu.edu if you think you'd like to apply and I'll forward your contact information on to the selection committee.
-Sara