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Student E-Newsletter – September 2009

School of Art, Design and Art History
San Diego State University

http://art.sdsu.edu/(external link)

619 594-6511
artinfo@mail.sdsu.edu

Office Hours:
Art 505
Monday – Thursday: 8am – 4pm
Fridays: 9am – 12pm.

The School office will be closed these dates during the Fall 2009 semester due to furloughs:
9/4, 9/18, 10/2, 10/16, 11/25, 12/21, 12/22, 12/23, 12/24, 1/4, and 1/15.

Welcome Students

This is the start of a very interesting, challenging and difficult year for all of us at SDSU. There are fewer classes available; there are fewer campus services, fewer days when staff and faculty will be on campus. Faculty and students cannot achieve the same educational gains and student learning objectives that would be possible if the state had not made mandatory furloughs necessary. Students and their families are paying substantially more for this reduction in services. If the Governor tries to tell us that the budget was balanced without raising taxes, he is misleading us. We are all paying for the state's inability to pass a reasonable budget. Every one of us is frustrated and angry with a thoroughly dysfunctional state government.

Even with all of our frustrations, there is something that is inviolable. Something that remains, as it should be. That is your relationship with your faculty member. The interaction of the teacher and the student over the subject is still at the center of our endeavor. The great contemporary artist Bruce Nauman has said, "All art thrives on its limitations." We can take the realities and make of them something unexpected, something wonderful. That is your overall assignment. I know that you will find levels of your own ability here this year that will surprise all of us. Our students in the School of Art, Design, and Art History have always risen to that challenge.

Professor Arthur Ollman
Director
School of Art, Design, and Art History

Academic Advising

Art 559
619 594-2850

Undergraduate Advising
Mark Siprut

Walk-in advising, no appointment needed

Please bring a current Degree Audit

Tuesdays: 10:00–11:00am, 12:30–2:30pm
Thursdays: 12:30–2:30pm

Email:
art.advising@sdsu.edu

Art History Advising

Jo-Anne Berelowitz
Art 510

Tuesdays 11:00 - 12:30 and by appointment.

Email:
jberelow@mail.sdsu.edu

Graduate advising

David Hewitt
Art 576
619 594-2850

Mondays: 3:00–400pm and by appointment
Thursdays: 3:30-4:30pm, weekly TA meetings in room 412

Email
dhewitt@mail.sdsu.edu

Important Dates

August 31: First day of classes
September 7: Holiday— Labor Day, Campus closed
September 14: Last day to drop classes
September 16: Last day to add classes or change grading basis
September 21: Last day to file application for bachelor’s degree for December 2009 graduation
November 11: Holiday— Veteran's Day, Campus closed
November 26–28: Holiday— Thanksgiving recess, Campus closed
December 11: Last day of classes before finals
December 12–19: Final examinations

All New Art, Design and Art History Students

Advising and Orientation Meeting
Thursday, September 10, 11:00am
Room A-512B

All art and design majors, pre-majors and interested students are encouraged to attend. If you are currently in Art foundation courses or a new transfer student, this meeting should be of interest to you.

We will discuss curriculum, philosophy, impaction, prerequisites, course descriptions, emphasis requirements, curriculum options, student clubs and groups, internship programs and facilities usage.

Learn what the various emphasis areas are about.

STUDY ABROAD

Study Abroad Orientation Meeting

Thursday, September 17, 11:00am
Room A-512B

Come and learn how to make your study abroad dreams come true. Application procedures and study abroad opportunities in art and design will be discussed.

If you are interested in study abroad opportunities, contact Mark Siprut in the advising office, Art 576 or check the International Student Center website at:

http://www.sa.sdsu.edu/isc/(external link)

Summer 2010

Japan Study Tour

Experience traditional culture of Japan and China
For more information contact Professor Hiroko Johnson
hjohnson@mail.sdsu.edu


MAP, a 4-year plan of classes

Students can get a MAP, a 4-year plan of classes for an emphasis in the art major. MAPS are available on the SDSU web site

https://www.sdsu.edu/mymap

These plans include all GE, Art and elective coursework that you need to graduate. Students can also get a checklist of courses in the emphasis in the School office, Art 505 or in the Advising Office, Art 559.

Adding Classes

In response student demand, the School of Art, Design and Art History has added a few new sections of classes. Also due to drops some seat become available in classes. Please check the online class schedule for the current status of classes:

http://www.sdsu.edu/schedule/fall09/(external link)

See instructors for add codes to open classes.

Can’t get your Classes?

Since many classes have been cut due to the budget problems, some substitution of classes to satisfy graduation requirements might be possible. See the advisor for assistance in your academic planning.

Prerequisites

Remember to check prerequisites carefully before registering for classes. Proof of prerequisites is required by instructors. Prepare to hand in copies of your transcript or degree audit the first day of each class. Before handing in your transcript or degree audit to your instructor be sure to highlight the following:
1. Your name
2. Red ID
3. Catalog year
4. All of the prerequisites to that particular course
5. Grade received in each prerequisite course

Computer Proficiency Prerequisite

Art 240 or Art 339a will satisfy the prerequisite for any class that asks for Art 339a as a prerequisite.

Art Scholarships

http://art.sdsu.edu/students/scholarships/(external link)

The School Office, room A-505 provides art scholarship information and applications. There are art scholarships offered for undergraduate and graduate art students in the Fall and Spring semesters

Students may search for scholarships at the Scholarship Search website:
https://studentaffairs.sdsu.edu/faodad/webss$scholarshipSearch

2007-2008 SDSU Scholarship application information is available online at
http://www.sdsu.edu/financialaid(external link)

Art Scholarships, Competitions, Exhibitions and Jobs

If you are interested in art competitions, museum and gallery exhibitions, and internships, visit The School of Art Office located in room A-505. Up to date information is available for your review.

You should also visit the Career Services website at
http://career.sdsu.edu/(external link)

Computer Lab Hours

When available Computer Lab Hours will be posted at:
http://artlab.sdsu.edu(external link)

Galleries

University Art Gallery

Gallery Hours
Monday through Thursday and Saturday
Noon to 4:00 p.m.

619.594.5171

For more information visit
http://artgallery.sdsu.edu/(external link)

Exhibition Schedule – FALL 2009

To see a current schedule of all upcoming Student Exhibitions, visit:

http://art.sdsu.edu/news_and_events/student_exhibitions/upcoming_shows/(external link)

EVERETT GEE JACKSON GALLERY

August 28-14: Andrew Hunter Orals Exhibition

September 21-30: Graduate Exhibition

October 02-08: Marcus Papay MFA Exhibition

October 09-15: Chris Schwab Advancement Show

December 04-10: Phillip Ritterman- Photo Exhibition

FLOR Y CANTO GALLERY SCHEDULE

August 28-14: Rizzhel Javier Orals Exhibition

September 21-30: Graduate Exhibition

October 02-08: Park MA Exhibition

October 09-15: Jeannette Ibarra Advancement Show

October 16-22: Namita Sharma MA Graphic Design Exhibition

December 04-10: Christy Oates MFA Exhibition

UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY

September 14 October 10 2009: Faculty Exhibition

Reception Friday, September 25: 6:00 8:00pm

November 9 December 5: Blue McRight

Student Groups

http://art.sdsu.edu/students/organizations(external link)

American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA)
Contact:
Patricia Cué
pcuecout@mail.sdsu.edu

AIGA (aiga.org) is the oldest and largest membership association for professionals engaged in the discipline, practice and culture of designing. Founded as the American Institute of Graphic Arts in 1914 as a small, exclusive club, AIGA now represents more than 19,000 designers through national activities and local programs developed by more than 55 chapters and 200 student groups.

Watch for announcements regarding AIGA Student Group activities.
aigasdsu@gmail.com

NGA
Contact:
Jo-Anne Berelowitz
jberelow@mail.sdsu.edu

American Society of Interior Designers (ASID)
Contact:
Natalia Trepchina
natashavtr@yahoo.com

SDSU Clay Club
Contact:
Richard Burkett
richard.burkett@sdsu.edu
Joanne Hayakawa
hayakawa@mail.sdsu.edu

Jewelry Student Coop
Contact:
Sondra Sherman
ssherman@mail.sdsu.edu

Lockers

Lockers are available on a first come first serve basis. After you find a vacant locker, put a lock on it. At the end of the fall semester, you will need to remove the lock and empty the locker until the spring semester.

Blick Art Materials

http://www.dickblick.com/stores/california/sdsu/(external link)

Store Hours

Monday: 7:45am - 5:00pm
Tuesday: 7:45am - 7:00pm
Wednesday: 7:45am - 7:00pm
Thursday: 7:45am - 5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Phone: (619) 594-7560
Fax: (619) 594-3961

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