THE STUDIO
The studio is a learning environment
that is directly affected by its qualities as a physical place. Each studio
should maintain a well ordered and constructive working environment by keeping
trash picked up, neatly storing projects, and looking out for the security of
the studio. Recycling of paper, cardboard and chipboard is mandatory - use the
appropriate containers.
Each individual studio class is
responsible for the condition of the studio. If you come into the room and it
needs some straightening up, please act in the interest of the collective good
and clean up. At the end of the Fall semester the
studios must be cleaned and work stored and/or well organized. At the end of the
Spring semester all work must be removed, the studios
must be broom cleaned and prepared for the Junior/Senior
show.
Students must use caution when using
all materials. Read all safety and health literature supplied with materials.
Aerosol sprays and solvents should only be used with adequate ventilation and
not be used in the studios. Exercise caution when cutting
materials with sharp blades.
Recycling and the proper disposal of hazardous waste is mandatory.
Keys for the studio can be ordered
and are available through Lisa in the
ATTENDANCE
The general university rules and
regulations regarding attendance, withdrawals, add / drops, incompletes and
grading are followed by this program. The Program encourages sensible time
management practices for students and faculty. Attendance to all studios,
lectures and reviews is mandatory. You must be in studio on time and you must
work in studio during class time. More than two absences from class will affect
your grade and may lead to failure; two lates are
equal to one absence. If you are ill or have an emergency leave a message for
your instructor via email or with the Art department’s main office. You should
also contact a classmate to find out the material you have missed. It is your
responsibility to obtain any assignments and make up any missed work. If you
feel your absence qualifies as an excused absence, please provide a note from a
doctor to your studio instructor.
PARTICIPATION
Your participation and progress is
important. The material presented and projects assigned in all
courses is cumulative. The assignments will be graded not only on the
concept and ideas in your project, but also on the quality of drawings, models,
verbal / written presentation and how well your project’s concept and ideas have
been expressed in your design. You are required to pin-up your work at the time
when a project is due and participate in discussion of all the projects in the
class.
DOCUMENTATION and COLLECTION OF
WORK
At the end of each semester, each
student is required to submit a Compact Disk with documentation of ALL
WORK from the semester. Work for Studio classes may include, but not limited
to:
photos of all models and 3-D work and high resolution scans or digital
copies of all process sketches and finished drawings.
Your documentation should cover the
project's evolution as well as its final representation. Grades will not be
issued until the CD is submitted.
In addition, selected projects will
be collected and retained by the University, you will have limited access to
your the projects once they are collected, so be sure they are thoroughly
documented. These projects are a required part of the accreditation process for
our program. Work
from lecture and seminar classes should include hard copies of all written
assignments, papers and exams.
GRADING
Your grades will be determined using
the criteria described below. Projects will be evaluated according to the
concept, development, craft, and degree of difficulty and completeness. Your
evaluation will take into account both the tangible things which are evident in
the work, but also those things which are not so evident and are often ephemeral
such as, passion, dedication, determination and persistence. The following
standards will be used in assigning grades:
A
Truly
extraordinary work, which has gone far beyond the description of the stated
problem. Work
that makes evident a significant understanding of the problem, shows exceptional competence in the required skills,
extraordinary craft and exhibits an advanced conceptual clarity and depth. The
student exhibits an attitude of exploration, of open-mindedness, and a
willingness to benefit from criticism.
A- or B+
Exemplary work,
which is attended with initiative beyond the description of the stated
problem. The
problem is well understood and the work shows competence, excellent craft and
conceptual clarity and depth. The student exhibits an attitude of exploration,
of open-mindedness, and benefits from criticism.
B
Good work that shows an
understanding of the problem, displays a conceptual
foundation and is well crafted. Shows overall competency, as
well as, mastery in some areas. Is attended with an
open and inquisitive attitude.
B- or C+
Acceptable work
but with some deficiencies. Shows an understanding of the
problem, but there is a need for some improvement to be at the appropriate level
for the class / assignment.
C
Work which meets the minimum
requirements of the problem and course. The problem is only partially understood
and there is a clear need for improvement to be at the appropriate level for the
class / assignment. Students should make every effort to meet with their
instructor to identify their strengths and weaknesses.
C- or D+
Work which does not show
an understanding of the problem, and demonstrates deficiencies in the mastery of
skills, self-motivation and respect for criticism. Students should meet with the
professor and discuss their course of study.
D
Unacceptable work which does not
meet the requirements of the problem or course, shows a serious deficiency in
the mastery of skills, and suggests that this course of study may be
inappropriate for the student.
F
A grade of “F” is
obvious
LATE / INCOMPLETE WORK
Students
may be given an extension in the event of medical or emergency circumstances
only. Late work will only be accepted at the discretion of the instructor.
Incompletes will only be considered if a request is made in writing, the extenuating circumstances are explained and are
consistent with University policies.