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first year
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First Year Experience Course Manual

contents
SCAD Mission.............................................................................................................................................4
SCAD: The University for Creative Careers.....................................................................................5
Founded .......................................................................................................................................5
Type of Institution......................................................................................................................5
President.......................................................................................................................................5
Degrees Offered.........................................................................................................................5
Mascot............................................................................................................................................5
Colors.............................................................................................................................................5
Schools, Majors and Minors....................................................................................................6
Enrollment....................................................................................................................................7
Faculty/Staff................................................................................................................................7
SCAD Facilities...........................................................................................................................7
Alma Mater...................................................................................................................................7
2011-12 Academic Calendar...................................................................................................................8
Assignments.............................................................................................................................................10
Course Introduction.............................................................................................................................. 13
Learning Successful Self-Management.......................................................................................... 15
Enhancing your Academic Experience.......................................................................................... 17
Advising and Curriculum Overview................................................................................................ 21
Course Registration.............................................................................................................................. 24
Career and Alumni Success............................................................................................................... 28
Major and Career Exploration..........................................................................................................30
The Art of Being a Professional........................................................................................................ 31
Preparing for the Next Quarter........................................................................................................ 32
SCAD PRO Adviser/Major Declaration......................................................................................... 35
Appendix I Glossary..............................................................................................................................37
Appendix II How to Calculate Your GPA...................................................................................... 42
Appendix III Complaints and Appeals........................................................................................... 43
Appendix Iv: Code of Student Conduct Summary................................................................... 47

scad mission
scad: the university for
creative careers
The Savannah College of Art and Design exists to prepare talented students for professional careers, emphasizing
learning through individual attention in a positively oriented university environment.
The Savannah College of Art and Design is a private,
nonprofit, accredited institution conferring bachelor’s
and master’s degrees to prepare talented students for
professional careers. As the most comprehensive art
and design university in the world, SCAD offers more
than 40 majors and more than 50 minors at distinctive
locations in Savannah and Atlanta, Georgia; in Hong
Kong; in Lacoste, France; and online through SCAD
eLearning.
SCAD has more than 20,000 alumni and offers
an exceptional education and unparalleled career
preparation. The diverse student body, consisting of
more than 10,000 students, comes from all 50 United
States and nearly 100 countries worldwide. Each student
is nurtured and motivated by a faculty of more than 700
professors with extraordinary academic credentials
and valuable professional experience. These professors
emphasize learning through individual attention in an
inspiring university environment. SCAD’s innovative
curriculum is enhanced by advanced, professional-level
technology, equipment and learning resources and has
garnered acclaim from respected organizations and
publications, including 3D World, American Institute
of Architects, BusinessWeek, DesignIntelligence, U.S.
News & World Report and the Los Angeles Times.
Founded
In 1978 by Paula Wallace, Richard Rowan, May Poetter
and Paul Poetter
Type of Institution
Independent, nonprofit, tax-exempt, accredited
President
Paula Wallace
Degrees Offered
• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Fine Arts
• Master of Architecture
• Master of Arts
• Master of Arts in Teaching
• Master of Fine Arts
• Master of Urban Design
Mascot
Art the Bee
Colors
Gold and black
For more information, visit scad.edu.
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Schools, Majors and Minors
SCAD’s majors and minors are organized into eight
schools. Each school has a dean, and each major
department has a chair responsible for providing
administration and leadership. Minors are offered in most
undergraduate degree programs, as well as in other
areas designed to enhance students’ career preparation.
The schools, undergraduate majors and minors are
organized as follows:
SChool oF buIlDINg ARTS
Majors
• Architecture
• Architectural history
• Furniture design
• Historic preservation
• International preservation
• Interior design
• Urban design
Minors
• Cultural landscape
• Electronic design
SChool oF CommuNICATIoN ARTS
Majors
• Advertising
• Graphic design
• Illustration
• Illustration design
• Sequential art
Minors
• Advertising copywriting
• Scientific illustration
• Storyboarding
SChool oF DESIgN
Majors
• Design for sustainability
• Design management
• Fibers
• Industrial design
• Jewelry and objects
• Service design
Minors
• Exhibition design
• Interaction design
• Marine design
SChool oF FAShIoN
Majors
• Accessory design
• Fashion
• Fashion marketing and management
• Luxury and fashion management
Minors
• Menswear
SChool oF FIlm, DIgITAl mEDIA
AND PERFoRmINg ARTS
Majors
• Animation
• Dramatic writing
• Equestrian studies
• Film and television
• Interactive design and game development
• Motion media design
• Performing arts
• Production design
• Sound design
• Television producing
• Visual effects
Minors
• Character technical direction
• Concept art for games
• Dance
• Music composition
• Technical direction
• Vocal performance
SChool oF FINE ARTS
Majors
• Painting
• Photography
• Printmaking
• Sculpture
Minors
• Book arts
• Ceramic arts
• Portrait arts
SChool oF FouNDATIoN STuDIES
Minors
Drawing
SChool oF lIbERAl ARTS
Majors
• Art history
• Arts administration
• Cinema studies
• Teaching
• Writing
Minors
• Arts and entertainment management
• British-American studies
• Business management and entrepreneurship
• Creative writing
• Museum studies
• New media art
Enrollment
More than 10,000 students from all 50 states and nearly
100 countries. Approximately 10 percent of the student
body is international.
Faculty/Staff
SCAD employs more than 1,500 full- and part-time
employees. Of more than 700 full- and part-time
faculty, 75 percent hold terminal degrees.
SCAD Facilities
In Savannah, Georgia., SCAD has nearly 70 facilities,
totaling more than 2 million square feet. This unique
urban location includes classrooms, studios, computer
labs, darkrooms, galleries, libraries, theaters, residence
halls, dining facilities and fitness centers. Adaptive reuse
of many remarkable structures has helped preserve an
important part of Savannah while providing SCAD with
facilities that serve as a living laboratory for the study of
the arts, architecture and design.
Alma Mater
uNIquE, uNITED
Lyrics: Paula Wallace
Through all our days
We will remember this
Community
Of excellence which is
Drawn from the Muses
And each continent
Unique, united
Masterpiece in motion.
Vision and courage
To surmount the test
That come with joys,
With challenges and quests,
Here taught and learned
A circle without end
Unique, united
Masterpiece in motion.
Many are one
Converged through love of art
The head, the hand
And certainly the heart.
Now face to face
And then in memory
Unique, united
Masterpiece in motion.
Founded in faith
That it would be the best
A global family
That has been blessed
Built for today
And for those years to come
Unique, united
Masterpiece in motion.
Unique, united
Masterpiece in motion.
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2011-12 ACADeMiC CAlenDAr
Fall Quarter 2011
Fall quarter begins-Atlanta, eLearning, Hong Kong, Savannah.....................................................................Monday, Sept. 12
Lacoste quarter begins...................................................................................................................................................Monday, Sept. 19
Last day of classes-Lacoste..........................................................................................................................................Thursday, Nov. 11
Last day of classes-Atlanta, eLearning, Hong Kong, Savannah....................................................................Thursday, Nov. 17
Winter Quarter 2012
Winter quarter begins-Atlanta, eLearning, Hong Kong, Savannah..........................................................Wednesday, Jan. 4
Lacoste quarter begins............................................................................................................................................. Wednesday, Jan. 12
Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday*-Atlanta and Savannah..............................................................................Monday, Jan. 16
Makeup class day*-Atlanta and Savannah.................................................................................................................Friday, Jan. 20
Last day of classes-Lacoste.........................................................................................................................................Tuesday, March 8
Last day of classes-Atlanta, eLearning, Hong Kong, Savannah.................................................................. Tuesday, March 13
*Required when holiday falls on a regularly scheduled class day so that students receive no fewer than 20 periods
of instruction per class each quarter.
Spring Quarter 2012
Spring quarter begins-Atlanta, eLearning, Hong Kong, Savannah...........................................................Monday, March 26
Lacoste quarter begins.....................................................................................................................................................Monday, April 4
Last day of classes-Lacoste........................................................................................................................................Thursday, May 26
Last day of classes-Atlanta, eLearning, Hong Kong, Savannah.................................................................... Thursday, May 31
Commencement...............................................................................................................................................................Saturday, June 2
‡ Classes are held on Memorial Day during commencement week.
Summer Quarter 2012
Summer quarter begins-Atlanta, eLearning, Hong Kong, Savannah......................................................... Monday, June 25
Lacoste quarter begins...................................................................................................................................................Monday, June 27
Last day of classes-Lacoste........................................................................................................................................ Thursday, July 28
Last day of classes-Atlanta, eLearning, Hong Kong, Savannah...................................................................Thursday, Aug 30
The traditional academic year extends from fall through spring, encompassing three quarters and nine classes.
Many students take advantage of optional summer programs including off-campus programs, as well as summer
classes offered in Savannah, Atlanta, Lacoste and online.
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Assignments
Blackboard Posting – Due before Session 2
You must post a picture of yourself along with a brief introduction on the course Blackboard page. In your
introduction, include two things that you are most excited about and two things that concern you about beginning
your studies at SCAD. Your adviser will provide further instruction during the first class.
MySCAD Scavenger Hunt – Due before Session 3
This assignment introduces students to the numerous resources available through MySCAD. Through this
assignment you will see language exclusive to MySCAD. Please note that tabs are the options that run across the
top of the Web page (Home, Student Workspace, My Info, etc.). Channels are the boxes that you will find under
each tab. For example, under the Resources tab you will see the Forms channel and departmental directory.
Please find the following information:
Student Financial Services
Which tab has all of your financial aid information including your billing statements?
Tab:________________________________________
Where can you access your SCAD Card account to check your balance?
Tab:________________________________________
Channel:_____________________________________
Academic Services
Where can you find a link to available academic resources, such as the Drawing and Design Center, The Writers’
Studio, and Peer Tutor Connection?
Tab:________________________________________
Channel:_____________________________________
Where can you access the Jen Library Website?
Tab:________________________________________
Channel:_____________________________________
Where can you find electronic forms such as the course withdrawal form, course substitution form and FERPA
authorization?
Tab:________________________________________
Channel:_____________________________________
Office:_______________________________________
General Resources
Some majors require specific software. Students have access to tutorials for all of this software (and more) at
lynda.com. Where can you access this through MySCAD?
Tab:________________________________________
Channel:_____________________________________
Please complete the following activities:
You are asked to continually update your contact information with SCAD so you can be reached in case of
emergency. Please visit the My Info tab. Under My Personal Info channel, please make sure all information is
correct for you. What are three pieces of info that SCAD asks you to keep current through this tab?
____________________________________________________________________________________
Dining hall menus can be accessed via MySCAD > Resources tab > Department Directory > SCAD Dining. What
are the lunch options for entrees at Café SCAD next Tuesday?
____________________________________________________________________________________
Go to http://www.laundryview.com/lvs.php?s=320 and click on your building’s laundry room. Find the weekly
stats link. What day(s) of the week have the highest usage?
____________________________________________________________________________________
Visit the Resources tab. In the Forms channel, chose the Registrar category from the drop down menu. Select the
FERPA authorization form. What are the two levels of authorization you choose from?
____________________________________________________________________________________
Transportation
Under which tab and channel can you find a link to the bus schedule?
Tab:________________________________________
Channel:_____________________________________
Looking at the current bus schedule, answer the following about how you would get to your first class of the
week on time.
Location of class:______________________________
Time of class: _________________________________
Bus line: _____________________________________
Bus type (A, B, Shuttle)_________________________
Get on bus at _________ location at___________ time
Arrive at _____________location at___________
time
Visit http://scad.transloc.com. Which two lines travel past Forsyth Park?
____________________________________________________________________________________
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course introduction
Passport – Due before Session 9
You will be given a “passport” booklet at the first class meeting. It is very important that you do not lose this booklet. Each
section of the passport requires you to complete a different task to receive credit. Detailed instructions on the different events
will be provided by your instructor or orientation assistant. Once you complete the required task, you will receive a stamp
verifying that you have received credit for that section. Your completed passport will be turned in during Session 9 as part of
your final grade. Only stamps in the correct location will result in full credit.
Required Stamps
You must receive a stamp for SCAD security and student success and advising.
• SCAD security—Attend one of the SCAD security workshops; these workshops provide tips and techniques that
will help make your experience at SCAD safe and secure.
• Student success and advising—Attend the Majors and Minors Fair or the Major Open House.
• Majors and Minors Fair—Attend the SCAD Majors and Minors Fairs organized by the office of student success
and advising. The Majors and Minors Fairs will take place on Friday, Sept. 23, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the River Club,
3 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
• Major Open House—You are also encouraged to attend the Major Open House meeting of your choice. Your
adviser will provide a detailed schedule including dates and times during FYE. If you attend the Majors and
Minors Fair, you may attend the Major Open House meeting as an additional stamp.
Additional Stamps
You must complete the requirements for four of the following:
• Counseling and student support services—Visit the CSSS offices and complete a depression, substance abuse,
ADHD, anxiety or eating disorder screening, or a healthy coping/lifestyle index. A counselor will provide you with a
follow-up email containing your screening results. All results are confidential. (Bradley Hall, first floor, 115 E. York St.)
• Service Opportunities for Students—Participate in one of the many service opportunities organized by SOS. For
more information, call 912.525.8800 or visit blog.scad.edu/sos.
• Student Activities Council event—Attend one of the numerous SAC events throughout the quarter. Watch for
lectures, movies, the Masquerade Ball, comedians and concerts. Visit blog.scad.edu/activity for more information.
• Athletics event—Attend one athletics event. For the athletics calendar, visit scadathletics.com. Stamps will be
given out at the press box or statistics table.
• Intramurals, recreation and fitness—Visit Club SCAD, attend a fitness class, or participate in a recreational or
intramural event. Schedules are available on MySCAD or by calling 912.525.6001.
• International student services office—Attend one of the annual events held by the ISSO. See scad.edu/isso
for events.
• The Writers’ Studio—Attend a writing workshop or schedule an appointment for a writing consultation. See
scad.edu/writingcenter for a schedule.
• Residence life—Attend a residence life FYE stamp program. See the Blackboard site for details.
• Career and alumni success—Attend any career and alumni success workshop, employer visit or meet individually
with a career adviser during the quarter. Visit scad.edu/careers for more information.
• SCAD Cycling Skills 101 workshop—see Blackboard for details.
• Learning Resource Hive—Attend an individual peer tutoring session or a Bee Skilled workshop during the
quarter. Visit the MySCAD website for more information.
• Jen Library Tour—attend one of several library tours during the quarter. More information will be on Blackboard.
• Additional Stamp—see your FYE instructor for more information
Course Description
This course is designed to aid the transition to the university and to prepare students for academic success and
professional careers. Success strategies, SCAD policies, and information regarding major and career options are
addressed through group and individual exercises, projects and lectures. First-year Experience is required of all firstyear
students during their initial quarter at SCAD.
Course Outcomes
The FYE course is designed to further success in the university environment. Upon successfully completing this
course, students will work with their instructor to declare a major. As a result of FYE, students will be able to:
• Identify and understand strategies for academic success, enhancing their educational experience at
SCAD.
• Identify appropriate university resources and develop relationships with students and staff, thus
contributing to their engagement with the SCAD community.
• Understand majors and curriculum requirements available at SCAD and recognize career options.
SCAD Attendance Policy
Attendance in this class is required and will be taken by the orientation assistant during each session. FYE is a
discussion-based seminar. It allows excellent opportunities for self-discovery as well as peer and staff interaction.
Because this class meets for such a short time, students are permitted only one absence; makeup work may be
assigned and must be completed by the assigned date. If a student must miss class, it is essential that he or she
notify the instructor in advance. Students should be on time to class; anyone who is more than 15 minutes late may
be counted as absent.
Additional Information: Flu-related Absences
In an effort to reduce the spread of the H1N1 virus, SCAD is implementing various protocols suggested for colleges
and universities by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Students who experience flu-like symptoms
should not attempt to attend class until 24 hours after the symptoms subside. Students who miss class due to the flu
virus must contact their professors immediately, before class if possible but within 24 hours of the class meeting, to
discuss makeup options, if available. Students should ensure that all absences are used wisely in case they become
ill and need to miss class.
Students who contract the flu virus may be granted leniency with the attendance policy but must complete all
required course assignments and attain all required learning outcomes. Individual circumstances will be reviewed
on a case-by-case basis by the professor.
Grading Opportunities
Students will receive a final grade in this class of Pass (S) or Fail (U), which will be recorded on the SCAD transcript.
Students who receive a failing grade are required to retake this class every quarter until they pass. The grade is
based on the successful completion of three assignments, as outlined below. Late assignments will not be accepted.
Credit hours are not given for the class, but successful completion of the course is required in order to graduate.
Instructors reserve the right to modify grading policies or any other portion of this syllabus at any time, so long as
those modifications are in accordance with SCAD’s student handbook and the offices of student involvement and
student success and advising.
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Learning Successful
Self-Management
Academic Integrity
Under all circumstances, students are expected to be honest in their dealings with faculty, administrative staff and
fellow students. In class assignments, students must submit work that fairly and accurately reflects their level of
accomplishment. Any work that is not a product of the student’s own efforts is considered dishonest. Students must
not engage in academic dishonesty as doing so can have serious consequences. Academic dishonesty includes, but
is not limited to, the following:
Cheating, which includes, but is not limited to (a) the giving or receiving of any unauthorized assistance in producing
assignments or taking quizzes, tests or examinations; (b) dependence on the aid of sources, including technology,
beyond those authorized by the instructor when writing papers, preparing reports, solving problems or carrying
out other assignments; (c) the acquisition, without permission, of tests or other academic material belonging to a
member of the university faculty or staff; or (d) the use of unauthorized assistance in the preparation of works of art.
Plagiarism, which includes, but is not limited to, the use, by paraphrase or direct quotation, of the published
or unpublished work of another person without full and clear acknowledgment. Plagiarism also includes the
unacknowledged use of materials prepared by another person or agency engaged in the selling of term papers or
other academic materials.
Submission of the same work in two or more classes without prior written approval of the professors of the classes
involved.
Submission of any work not actually produced by the student and submitting the work without full and clear
written acknowledgement of the actual author or creator of the work.
Time Management vs. Self-Management
At some point during your university experience, you will have difficulty completing a project or getting to class on
time. Life has deadlines, and learning to meet these will help you to earn better grades, develop a good reputation
among your professors and peers, and make progress toward your goals.
Often, this is referred to as time management. Because it’s not possible to actually manage time, what you should
focus on is self-management. This includes learning how to make choices that effectively manage all of your
obligations including school, family, clubs, work, etc. Just remember: Learning to manage your time is really
learning to manage yourself.
Tips for SCAD students:
1. Take advantage of waiting time (i.e. riding the bus, waiting for class to start, time in between classes).
Carry sketchbook, reading, class notes or flash cards with you.
2. Find several good places that allow for concentration. What interferes with your concentration (noise,
friends or family, TV, phone, Internet)?
3. Be specific about how you intend to use your time. For example, instead of saying “I’m going to study
three hours today,” say, “I’m going to sketch for my drawing class for an hour, revise my design project
for an hour and read for my art history discussion for an hour.”
4. Utilize Fridays as workdays. Get assignments started instead of putting them off until Sunday.
Additionally, some professors will have makeup classes on Fridays.
5. Use a calendar/planner/phone/email to organize tasks. Include due dates for projects, tests, quizzes
or critiques.
6. Ask for help. Take advantage of the opportunity to meet with professors, tutors or advisers to help you
evaluate your progress and make changes when needed.
7. Allow for flexibility. Things inevitably come up that you weren’t expecting. You get sick, oversleep,
have to suddenly go home, you get invited to go out with friends, etc.
8. Schedule rewards. Your midterm week is a nightmare, but it will all be over Thursday by 1:30. Schedule
a fun afternoon or a nice dinner with some friends; your brain will need it, and you can relax knowing
that you’re not supposed to be doing anything else.
9. Keep trying new systems. If your cell phone calendar isn’t big enough, buy a paper one. If your paper
one keeps getting torn, try using email reminders. If you have too many things written down each day,
try color-coding or prioritizing tasks to help simplify. Very few students make it through their majors
without some kind of self-management system; keep trying until you find one that works for you.
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Enhancing Your Academic
Experience
time waster
solution
Learning Styles
Learning styles refer to the ways you prefer to approach new information. Each of us learns and processes information
in unique ways, though we share some learning patterns, preferences and approaches. Knowing your own style also
can help you to realize that other people may approach the same situation in a different way from your own or why
you may struggle in a particular course.
Take a few minutes to complete the following questionnaire to assess your preferred learning style. Begin by reading
the words in the left-hand column. Of the three responses to the right, circle the one that best characterizes you,
answering as honestly as possible with the description that applies to you right now. Count the number of circled
items and write your total at the bottom of each column. The questions you prefer will offer insight into how you learn.
1. When I try to
concentrate...
I grow distracted by
clutter or movement, and
I notice things around
me other people don’t
notice.
I get distracted by
sounds, and I attempt to
control the amount and
type of noise around me.
I become distracted by
commotion, and I tend to
retreat inside myself.
2. When I
visualize...
I see vivid, detailed
pictures in my thoughts.
I think in voices and
sounds.
I see images in my
thoughts that involve
movement.
3. When I talk
with others...
I find it difficult to listen
for very long.
I enjoy listening, or I get
impatient to talk myself.
I gesture and
communicate with my
hands.
4. When I contact
people...
I prefer face-to-face
meetings.
I prefer speaking by
telephone for serious
conversations.
I prefer to interact while
walking or participating
in some activity.
5. When I see an
acquaintance...
I forget names but
remember faces, and I
tend to replay where we
met for the first time.
I know people’s names
and I can usually quote
what we discussed.
I remember what we
did together and I may
almost “feel” our time
together.
6. When I relax...
I watch TV, see a play,
visit an exhibit or go to a
movie.
I listen to the radio, play
music, read or talk with
a friend.
I play sports, make crafts
or build something with
my hands.
7. When I read...
I like descriptive
examples, and I may
pause to imagine the
scene.
I enjoy the narrative
most, and I can almost
“hear” the characters
talk.
I prefer action-oriented
stories, but I do not often
read for pleasure.
One solution I will apply:__________________________________________________________________________________
8. When I spell...
I envision the word in my
mind or imagine what
the word looks like when
written.
I sound out the word,
sometimes aloud, and
tend to recall rules about
letter order.
I get a feel for the word
by writing it out or
pretending to type it.
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9. When I do
something
new...
10. When I
assemble
an object...
I seek out
demonstrations,
pictures or diagrams.
I look at the picture first
and then, maybe, read
the directions.
I want verbal and written
instructions, and to talk it
over with someone else.
I read the directions, or I
talk aloud as I work.
I jump right in to try
it, keep trying and try
different approaches.
I usually ignore the
directions and figure it
out as I go along.
SCAD Resources
Learning Resource Hive
The Learning Resource Hive provides academic support to maximize student learning by offering a variety of
supplemental programs designed to provide students with individual attention focused on their specific academic
needs. Learning resource programs are provided to students free of charge. To further explore academic resources,
click on the “Academic Resource” link in the MySCAD department directory.
11. When I
interpret
someone’s
mood...
12. When I teach
other people...
Total
I examine facial
expressions.
I show them.
Visual
The column with the highest total represents your primary processing style. The column with the second-most choices
is your secondary style.
Visual learners remember the most from images, charts, graphs and diagrams. They tend to work out ideas through
images and explain concepts through pictures. Visual learners should try to piece together complicated concepts and
relationships through a concept map or relationship diagram.
Auditory learners retain information through listening and speaking. They tend to remember details of stories if heard
rather than read. Auditory learners should try to talk through difficult concepts with others and read out loud to
themselves.
Tactile learners learn best by doing. They benefit from moving around while studying and seeing concept
demonstrations. Tactile learners should try to study in spaces that allow them to shift positions and move around and
benefit from participating in active learning processes.
By Marcia L. Conner
Adapted from http://agelesslearner.com/assess/learningstyle.html
I rely on listening to tone
of voice.
I tell them, write it out,
or I ask them a series of
questions.
Auditory
I focus on body
language.
I demonstrate how it is
done and then ask them
to try.
Tactile/Kinsethetic
What we do:
Peer Tutors provide one-on-one tutoring in various subjects and software. Students can make an
appointment via the Peer Tutor Connection (online appointment system) accessible through MySCAD.
Peer tutor connection access:
1. MySCAD Student Workspace tab
2. Scroll down to Learning Resource Network
English Language Guides help international students with resources and ongoing support in English.
This program is designed to help students who have completed ESL courses. Students can make an
appointment via the Peer Tutor Connection (online appointment system) accessible through MySCAD.
Supplemental Instruction (SI) Sessions: SI Leaders assist students with math, physics and other
courses in a group setting outside of the classroom environment.
Academic Resource Workshops: Designed to promote student success and enhance academic and
learning skills. Workshops have a cross-departmental focus and are led by trained peer tutors and staff.
An updated schedule of workshops can be found on the Learning Resource Hive page in MySCAD.
Learning Resource Network: Referrals to other learning resource programs are available upon request.
Contact
218 Jen Library, 201 E. Broughton St., Room 218, 912.525.5735
Email: tutor@scad.edu
Drawing and Design Center
The Drawing and Design Center is available to assist students in foundation studies courses such as drawing, 2-D
design and color theory outside of class. Individual tutoring and group workshops are available, and locations and
hours vary by quarter. Students can connect with a peer tutor by registering on Peer Tutor Connection in MySCAD.
Contact
Wallin Hall, 312 E. 37th St., and Anderson Hall,
412 E. Anderson St., 912.525.6705
Email: ddcenter@scad.edu
What are your strengths as a student and artist? List them.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
What are your weaknesses as a student and artist? What do you struggle with?
_______________________________________________________________________________________
How can you address those weaknesses? Which SCAD resources can help?
Draw a line linking your weaknesses as a student to the department or office that can help.
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Advising and Curriculum Overview
The Writers’ Studio
The Writers’ Studio offers students, faculty and staff individualized and small group assistance with all aspects of the
writing process, including pre-writing strategies, structuring ideas, developing a thesis statement and other projects,
including creative and personal writing.
When students arrive prepared to think about and discuss their writing, they benefit from more tailored attention from
consultants, making the student-led approach a key factor in successful consultations. The central aim of The Writers’
Studio is to help students become more confident, effective and independent writers. For this reason, The Writers’
Studio does not function as a proofreading or editing service, nor does it act as a substitute for students’ relationships
with teachers, advisers or thesis committee members.
To schedule an appointment or receive more information, visit The Writers’ Studio website on MySCAD under the
Student Workspace tab / Learning Resource Network channel. You can also call 912.525.4707.
Contact
Room 219, Jen Library, 201 E. Broughton St., 912.525.4707
Email: write@scad.edu
Appointments: http://scad.mywconline.com
Counseling and Student Support Services
Students may encounter challenging life experiences that interfere with the pursuit of their goals and/or personal
growth. Counselors are available to assist students with short-term individual counseling, ongoing support groups
and referrals to community resources. The office also plans educational workshops and provides self-help resources.
Assistance is offered for a wide range of concerns, and services are free. Confidentiality is guaranteed within legal limits
and ethical guidelines.
Call 912.525.6971 to make an appointment or email the student counseling office with any questions at counseling@
scad.edu.
Disability Services
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, SCAD offers
educational services that provide equal opportunity for people with disabilities. Students must provide documentation
of their disability. The office of disability services has adopted the ADA definition of disability: “Disability defined is a
physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities of an individual” (ADA, 1990).
All reasonable accommodations are determined for students on an individual basis.
In order to receive academic adjustments and/or reasonable accommodations, students must contact an accommodation
specialist in counseling and student support services to make their specific accommodation requests known.
For more information, call 912.525.6971 or email the disability services office at disability@scad.edu.
Deaf Services
The deaf services department assists hearing-impaired or deaf students in effectively communicating with other
students, faculty and staff. Staff members meet with students to evaluate their communication needs; register students
for classes; coordinate interpreting schedules; recruit, hire, train and supervise staff interpreters; provide interpreting
services for staff and extracurricular activities; and provide in-service training for faculty and staff using interpreters.
Contact
Bradley Hall, Room 124, 912.525.6971
Email: counseling@scad.edu, disability@scad.edu
What is student success and advising?
Student success advisers serve as the primary contact for all undergraduate students in order to assist them in
successfully completing an educational program at SCAD. Advisers assist students in assessing and matching their
own interests, skills and abilities to programs available at SCAD; help students with major declaration as well as
course selection, sequencing and registration; and provide students with accurate information about SCAD policies,
procedures, resources and programs.
What are the adviser’s responsibilities and the student’s responsibilities?
Adviser
• Serves as the primary resource and guide in academic services.
• Assists in developing educational goals and selecting a major.
• Recommends course selection for registration.
• Serves as a referral for SCAD resources.
Student
• Schedules and attends advising appointments.
• Becomes familiar with the policies in the SCAD catalog and student handbook.
• Follows through on actions identified in academic or faculty advising meetings.
• Knows academic standing and academic needs at all times in order to fulfill SCAD degree requirements.
• Learns and meet course requirements, appropriate course sequencing and any other SCAD
requirements.
• Registers via the Web on the assigned dates and makes all schedule changes before the end of the
drop/add period.
• Accepts final responsibility for all decisions.
Catalog Year
The “catalog year” defines what curriculum students will follow while at SCAD. Students will follow the curriculum from
the catalog that is current during their first quarter of enrollment at SCAD. Curricula can change from year to year, but
students will continue to follow the curriculum from their first term of enrollment. Students can change to a newer
catalog with the assistance of an adviser if changes will be beneficial to the student.
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
SCAD Core
The SCAD core of foundation studies and general education courses is designed to provide undergraduate students
with the essential skills necessary for success at SCAD. Foundation studies provide students with a studio foundation
that builds visual, conceptual and creative abilities essential to their development as professionals. General education
courses in liberal arts are designed to develop students as critical thinkers by providing an intellectual foundation and
breadth of knowledge for life-long learning.
Students are required to complete SCAD core coursework within their first 90 hours of study.
Organizing these courses into a two-year sequence allows students to complete necessary prerequisites for future
study and also prepares them for the work of the major. The SCAD core may consist of a combination of the following
courses. Students should consult their programs of study for specific course requirements.
Foundation Studies Courses
• DRAW 100: Drawing I: Form and Space
• DRAW 101: Drawing II: Composition and Media
• DSGN 100: Design I: Elements and Organization
• DSGN 101: Color: Theory and Application
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• DSGN 102: Design II: 3-D Form in Space
• DSGN 204: 4-D Design
General Education Courses
• ARTH 100: Survey of Western Art I
• ARTH 110: Survey of Western Art II
• CMPA 100: Survey of Computer Art Applications
-OR–
• CMPA 110: Advanced Survey of Computer Art Applications
• COMM 105: Speech and Public Speaking
Natural Sciences/Mathematics (choose one of the following)
• ANAT 100: General Anatomy
• ASTR 101: Introduction to Astronomy
• BIOL 100: Environmental Science
• MATH 100: College Mathematics*
• MATH 101: Intermediate Mathematics
• MATH 230: Pre-calculus
• PHSC 101: Introduction to Physical Science
• PHYS 201: Applied Physics
*see Undergraduate Mathematics Competency
Requirement
Undergraduate Mathematics Competency Requirement
SCAD ensures that all undergraduate students are able to demonstrate fundamental mathematics competency in
one of three ways: by successfully completing MATH 100 College Mathematics, MATH 101 Intermediate Mathematics
or MATH 201 Applied Mathematics (required for architecture majors); by passing the university’s math competency
exam during their first term of enrollment; or by presenting proof of qualifying math scores on the British A-level or
AS-level, Hong Kong A-level or AS-level, Advanced Placement, Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination, Collegelevel
Examination Program, French Baccalaureate, German Abitur or International Baccalaureate examinations. These
scores may qualify for transfer credit in addition to satisfying the mathematics requirement.
Students who have successfully completed a course similar in content and level of instruction to MATH 100 College
Mathematics, MATH 101 Intermediate Mathematics or MATH 201 Applied Mathematics at another college or university
may be allowed to transfer that course in satisfaction of the mathematics requirement.
Students who are confident in their math ability may take SCAD’s math competency exam to be exempt from MATH
100. Students may attempt the exam one time during their first term of enrollment. Exam dates will be arranged and
publicized through the office of student success and advising.
Students who are exempt from or who score above the minimum on the SCAD math competency exam may take any
math or natural science class to satisfy the natural sciences/mathematics general education requirement. Students
should consult with a staff adviser before registering for any math or science courses to be sure they meet the
requirements for their specific program of study.
Social/Behavioral Science (choose one of the following)
• ANTH 101: Introduction to Anthropology
• BUSI 250: Macroeconomics
• COMM 205: Intercultural Communication
• POLS 100: Introduction to American Government
• POLS 110: Contemporary Issues in American Politics
• PSYC 101: Introduction to Psychology
• PSYC 126: A Psychology of Self
• PSYC 260: Creative Thinking Theories and Processes
• PSYC 280: Psychology of Group Processes
• PSYC 325: Psychology of Mass Media
Students should consult with their faculty adviser or staff adviser when selecting or registering for any general education
or elective course to ensure that the course meets the requirements of the program.
Students must meet prerequisites in order to register in any course.
General Education Electives
Qualifying general education electives are offered in arts administration, anatomy, anthropology, architectural history,
art history, astronomy, environmental science, business, Chinese, cinema studies, communications, creative writing,
English, French, German, liberal arts, math, museum studies, music, philosophy, physical science, physics, political
science, psychology, Spanish and writing.
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course registration
MySCAD Registration Instructions
Remember: The earlier you register, the better your chances for getting the classes you want! Watch your SCAD email
account for your registration date and time.
1) Log on to MySCAD.
2) Click on Student Workspace tab.
3) Look for “Registration Tools.”
4) Click on “Look up Classes.”
5) Under “Select a Term,” select the upcoming quarter, click “Submit.”
6) Use the search terms to find the class you are looking for. Subject and course number are sufficient.
Examples: For DSGN 101: Color: Theory and Application, you would choose “Design” and enter “101” in
course number. For ARTH 100: Survey of Western Art I, choose “Art History” and enter 100.
7) Look at your choices of class selections and choose the one that best fits your schedule/preferences.
8) When you have found the class you want, click on the box to the left and scroll to the bottom. Click
“Register.”
9) Repeat the process with your other two classes.
Registration Worksheet
Intended major____________________________________________________________________________
Time ticket/registration time_____ /______/_________at_______ a.m./p.m.______________________________
• Students should register for classes as close to their time ticket as possible.
• Full-time students should be registered in three courses or 15 credit hours.
• Consult your program of study worksheet, SCAD PRO adviser and your catalog for degree requirements,
course sequencing and prerequisites.
Recommended courses (choose three)
subject
code
course
number
title
day/time
crn
Things to keep in mind:
• Register on your assigned day and time to ensure you get a seat in the classes you need. Some classes
fill within minutes.
• The quickest way to register is to know the CRNs (course reference numbers, e.g., 24932) of the courses
you want to take. Before registration, keep a list of which sections you would prefer. When registering,
enter them under Add/Drop Classes instead of doing a search.
• Have alternate classes selected in case a class you originally selected is full.
• You can change your schedule as much as you need to online until classes begin.
• Remember that the ideal schedule is two studios and one lecture. Keep your studios on different days
of the week to avoid having two major projects due on the same day.
• Take travel time and transportation into consideration when making your schedule.
• If you ask other students about professors to take, remember that every student has a different idea of
what makes a good professor. In other words, don’t ask, “Is he/she good?” Instead, ask, “What are his/
her assignments like?”
Alternate courses
subject
code
course
number
title
day/time
crn
What to do if the class you want is closed
• Register for an alternate time or choose an alternate course. If you cannot find an appropriate course,
contact your adviser. Your adviser can notify the proper department to investigate opening additional
courses.
• Check online often. Many students drop and add courses throughout the quarter and over the breaks.
• Don’t panic or assume the course will not open. Be sure to communicate with your adviser and faculty
within your department.
Key academic policies
The student is responsible at all times for knowing SCAD academic policies and procedures. Students should retain
a copy of the SCAD catalog to reference policy and regularly monitor their MySCAD email for updated university
information. Students should consult with their adviser if they have any questions concerning policy. Some of the key
policies that first-year students should know include:
Academic standing
Good standing
For undergraduate students, good academic standing is defined by a 2.0 overall GPA. For graduate students,
good academic standing is defined by a 3.0 overall GPA.
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Academic warning
An undergraduate student whose term GPA falls below 2.0 for any quarter or a graduate student whose term
GPA falls below 3.0 for any quarter receives a warning that his or her academic status is unsatisfactory.
Probation
An undergraduate student whose term GPA falls below 2.0 for two consecutive quarters is placed on academic
probation and is notified by the university. Students who are placed on probation must meet with their staff
adviser before the end of the second week of the next quarter to establish a success plan. Students on probation
may not withdraw from any class and must abide by the terms outlined in their probation letter. Undergraduate
students are removed from probation when they achieve a GPA of at least 2.0.
Graduation requirements
The B.F.A. and B.A. degrees are awarded to students who have earned a minimum of 180 hours in an approved major.
All undergraduate degree candidates must earn an overall cumulative GPA of 2.0 (C) or better, as well as a 3.0 (B) or
better in their major area of study. Students can earn grades of C or D and receive credit for coursework. However, in
order to reach a 3.0 in the major, students will need to earn the necessary As to counterbalance any Cs or Ds earned.
Students who are not able to earn the required 3.0 GPA in the major area may repeat courses to improve their GPA at
any time during their program. Normal tuition charges will apply. The final 45 hours of any degree program must be
completed at the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Suspension
An undergraduate student whose term GPA falls below 2.0 for three consecutive quarters is suspended from
the university for one calendar year. After that time, the student may submit a written petition to the registrar to
return to SCAD. The petition should include all potential justification for continued enrollment at SCAD, including,
but not limited to, counseling, tutoring, medical treatment or academic success programming. Reinstatement is
not guaranteed.
If the student is reinstated, he or she returns on academic probation, must meet with a staff adviser prior to
registering for classes and must complete an academic success program as outlined by the reinstatement letter.
This may include the requirement to register for specific courses or to take a reduced course load.
Dismissal
A student who has been suspended and reinstated, and does not meet satisfactory academic progress during the
first quarter of his or her return, is dismissed from the university.
Attendance
Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes and examination periods on time. Absences in excess of four
per quarter result in a failing grade for the course. Absence or tardiness in excess of 15 minutes is considered absence
for the class period.
Dropping and adding courses
First-term students may make changes to their schedules during drop/add week, the first five business days of the
quarter. Continuing students may add or drop classes via MySCAD from the date of their emailed registration time
through the first five business days of the quarter. Students may not add courses or change their schedule following
drop/add week.
Withdrawal
Students may withdraw from a class from the end of drop/add week through the last day of the quarter.
Students receive no credit and a grade of “W” for the course. The withdrawal process is accessed through the Forms
channel in MySCAD. Withdrawal from one or more classes may alter financial aid status or eligibility. Students should
consult with a student financial adviser for details. Students who stop attending a class without officially withdrawing
are considered in violation of the SCAD attendance policy and receive a grade of “F.”
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Career and Alumni Success
This session will feature an introduction to CASS and the resources available to students and alumni hosted by a career
adviser who works specifically with freshman and sophomore students.
Lynnie Ashworth – lashwort@scad.edu
Sean P. McGee – smcgee@scad.edu
Additional stamps
Career and Alumni Success—Attend any workshop or employer visit during the quarter. Visit www.scad.edu/careers
for more information.
About Career and Alumni Success
The office for career and alumni success exists to help students and alumni attain their professional goals by aiding
them in developing, evaluating and implementing career goals. Career advisers provide individual guidance about
résumés, cover letters, portfolios, interviews and job search strategies.
Individual career coaching and advising
Individual career advising is available to provide students with career development and professional job and internship
search assistance. Advising sessions provide guidance in choosing a major, writing résumés and cover letters, making
portfolio presentations, honing interview skills, and developing networking and self-promotional techniques to prepare
you for the job market.
Career resource library
The office for career and alumni success serves as a resource and referral center for students and alumni seeking
information about employment, post-graduate study, competitions, internships and other career-related opportunities.
Career Fair
The annual Career Fair features dozens of top employers offering internship and career opportunities to SCAD students
and alumni.
Jobwire and College Central
Jobwire is an email that goes out to students every Friday with current job postings from College Central, an online job
posting site that lists hundreds of job and internship opportunities at top companies.
To subscribe to Jobwire, go to: http://www.scad.edu/connect/career-services/job-wire.cfm
To register for College Central, go to: http://www.studentcentral.com/
Workshops and industry events
A comprehensive slate of career development workshops, industry panels and networking opportunities are held each
quarter.
Alumni mentor database
More than 50 SCAD alumni have offered to reach out to students with encouragement and support, company and job
information, and tips for relocation to various cities.
Job shadowing
To help determine a career direction, students can participate in a job-shadowing program to measure their interest in
the field and get a sneak peek into the job world.
Summer Opportunities Fair
Summer camps and nonprofit community organizations recruit students for jobs, internships and summer volunteer
opportunities at this fair. This helps students gain work experience, add to their résumés and give back to the community.
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Major and Career Exploration
The Art of Being a Professional
Whether you are completely confident in the major(s) you want to pursue or are still undecided, this session will give
you the tools to help explore the majors SCAD has to offer and the career options for those majors. You will have the
opportunity to research your dream job(s) and the companies you might want to work for. You’ll also get to search
for the courses at SCAD that can help you achieve the skills necessary to achieve your goals and help you land that
dream job!
This session will be completed entirely through Blackboard; your FYE instructor will provide more information about
completing this session.
The goal of this presentation is to help students utilize their education at SCAD to achieve their professional career
goals. This session will include successful strategies for how to interact and work within a professional environment.
Classroom interaction_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Major and Career Exploration Resources
Programs of study: Know the requirements for the programs at SCAD.
• Student success and advising MySCAD website – located in the Advising channel in your Student
Workspace tab. Click on “Programs of Study” to view requirements for each major and minor
• SCAD’s website – go to scad.edu/programs. You can click on any program by school and view
requirements, career information, faculty and a comprehensive list of course descriptions.
• Course catalog – go to the 2011-12 catalog for the most updated program information.
Course descriptions: Learn about all the courses you can take at SCAD and explore options for electives.
• SCAD’s website – go to scad.edu/programs. Once you click on a specific program you’re interested in,
there will be a tab for “courses” that allow you to view all courses for that particular major.
• SCAD’s website – go to scad.edu/courses. You can view a complete listing of course descriptions
alphabetized.
• Course Catalog – go to the 2011-12 catalog for the most updated course information.
Effective and appropriate communication________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Written and verbal communication_____________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Creating an appropriate online presence_________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
General job searching websites
www.artcareers.com
www.wetfeet.com
www.collegeart.org
www.collegejobs.com
www.collegerecruiter.com
www.coroflot.com
www.craigslist.com
www.creativeheads.net
www.entertainmentcareers.com
www.entertainmentjobs.com
www.indeed.com
www.jobcentral.com
www.monster.com
www.nyfa.org
www.salary.com
www.simplyhired.com
www.careerbuilder.com
Participation______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Identifying resources________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Companies and organizations by major
Go to scad.edu/connect/career-services/professional-organizations-static.cfm to learn about companies and
professional organizations for each major at SCAD.
Academic commitment______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
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SCAD Student Club Contact List
Setting Goals
S _____________________________________________________________________________
CLUB
MAJOR/INTEREST AREA
CLUB BLOG
ADDRESS
M
_____________________________________________________________________________
blog.scad.edu/[insert]
A
R
T
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
3rd Act Performing Arts iiiact
16x9 Film 16x9
Advertising Cooperative Advertising adcoop
AIGA SCAD Graphic Design aiga
Develop at least three goals for yourself for the winter and spring quarters. Make sure they follow the SMART model.
Goal 1:_______________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Goal 2: ______________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Goal 3: ______________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Action Plan
Now that you have set your goals, list at least three to five things you plan to do during the winter and spring quarters
to help you meet your goals. Incorporate the opportunities and resources that SCAD has to offer.
1. __________________________________________________________________________________
2. __________________________________________________________________________________
3. __________________________________________________________________________________
4. __________________________________________________________________________________
5. __________________________________________________________________________________
American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS) Architecture, Interior Design, Historic Preservation aias
Art History Society Art History, Historic Preservation, Architecture History ahs
ASHRAE – SCAD Student Branch Architecture ashrae
Black Student Association Ethnic/Cultural bsa
Bookbinding Club Foundations/Fibers Bookbinding
Chinese Student Association Ethnic/Cultural csa
Christian Student Fellowship (CSF) Religious csf
CineClub Liberal Arts --
College Republicans Special Interest --
Contemporary Animation Society Film, Digital and Performing Arts cas
Cosplay Club cosplay
Digital Media Club Visual Effects dmc
Expressions Dance Club Performing Arts edc
F in Funny Improv Club Animation, Performing Arts, Film, Creative Writing improvclub
Fab Lab Industrial Design, Jewelry and Objects, Furniture fablab
Fashion Buzz Fashion Marketing fashionbuzz
Fashion Haus Fashion fashionhaus
Fashion Illustration Club Fashion and Illustration fashillclub
Fibers Force Fibers fibersforce
Film Strip Club Film, Cinema Studies filmstripclub
FPS League Special Interest fps
Furniture Design Club Furniture Design furnituredesignclub
SCAD Student Leadership Opportunities
SCAD Student Clubs
Student Activities Council
Service Opportunities for Students
Office of Student Involvement
blog.scad.edu/leadership
blog.scad.edu/icc
blog.scad.edu/activity
blog.scad.edu/sos
912.525.4400 • involve@scad.edu
GLYPH Graphic Design --
Game Development Network Film, Digital and Performing Arts gdn
Gamers’ Guild ITGM ggo
Hillel Religious hillel
Humans vs. Zombies Academic and Community humvzomclub
IIDA/ASID Interior Design IIDAASID
Industrial Design Society of America (IDSA) Industrial Design, Furniture Design, Service Design, Sustainability idsastud
Intercultural Student Association Ethnic/Cultural isa
Kamikaze Sushi Community kamikaze
Metals and Jewelry Student Association Jewelry and Objects metals
MILAAP: Indian Student Association Ethnic/Cultural milaap
MOME Love Motion Media motiongraphicsclub
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SCAD PRO Adviser/Major
Declaration
NOMA Architecture, Interior Design, Historic Preservation nomas
Oglethorpe Chapter Architectural History --
Organization for Collective Urbanism Architecture, Urban Design ocuclub
Out of Time Radio Community outoftimeradioclub
PhotoGroup Photography photogroup
Print Club Fine Arts printclub
Professional Audio Student Organization Sound Design aes
Reformed University Fellowship Religious ruf
SCAD Belly Dance Club Other bellydanceclub
SCAD Bike Club Community --
SCAD Ceramics Club Ceramic arts minor ceramicsclub
SCAD College Republicans Other republicans
SCAD Drumline Community drumline
SCAD FreeThinkers Liberal Arts --
SCAD Illustration Club Illustration illustrationclub
SCAD Longboarding Community/Service --
SCAD Pokemon Peach League Special Interest spl
SCAD Queers & Allies Community/Service --
SCAD Storyboarding Liberal Arts storyboardingclub
SCAD Students for Gender Equality Community --
SCAD Swing Club Special Interest --
Scripted Dramatic Writing scripted
Sculpture Forum Community sculpfor
Sequential Art Society Sequential Art sas
Shoujo Phonebook Special Interest shoujo
Sketch Club Animation, Illustration, etc. sketch
Society for Collegiate Journalists (SCJ) Professional sjc
Stage and Film Combat Club Performing Arts/Film sfcc
Student Art Managers Arts Administration sam
Student Outdoors Adventure Club Recreation soac
Student Preservation Association Historic Preservation, Architecture spa
The Ponderers Liberal Arts ponderclub
Typography Club Graphic Design/Illustration typographyclub
Union Graphic Design theunion
Vanguard: A Young Activist Club Special Interest vanguardclub
West Indian Student Association (WISA) Community, Service, Ethnic/Cultural --
SKD: Sisterhood, Kindness and Diversity Special Interest zkd
SCAD PRO Adviser
This online student curriculum and degree progress resource is available in the Advising channel under the Student
Workspace tab in MySCAD. Students are strongly advised to thoroughly read the user manual, which cam be found
below the link to SCAD Pro Adviser in the Advising channel.
SCAD PRO Adviser allows students and advisers to:
• view a current degree audit based on a student’s current requirements and catalog year;
• determine course choices for fulfilling requirements;
• access a list of remaining requirements;
• process “what if” scenarios for changing majors or adding minors;
• use a planner to create course sequencing plans for future quarters;
• look ahead to determine how future course choices will fulfill requirements.
Students can use SCAD PRO Adviser to determine course requirements for their intended major. Until students declare
a major, a degree audit will be unavailable. In order to see a degree audit, click on the What-If tab. Select catalog year
2011–12 and a major or minor. Click “Process New” to see the major requirements.
Major Declaration
Students who have successfully completed FYE are allowed to declare their major by completing an Undergraduate
Initial Declaration of Major form online. Once grades have been posted, students may complete the form through the
Forms channel in MySCAD. Students are not required to declare a major at this time, and there is no deadline. Even
after declaring a major, students may make changes to their major, minor or catalog year at any time by scheduling a
meeting with their student success adviser.
Students who declare a major will receive a student success adviser who works with their major as well as a faculty
adviser in their department. Faculty advisers are subject-matter experts and serve as mentors by helping students
understand core requirements within the major and develop professionally. Students are recommended to meet with
the faculty adviser on a quarterly basis and their student success adviser a minimum of once per year.
Students who do not want to declare a major will remain undeclared. Undeclared students are required to meet with
their success adviser quarterly prior to registration. Success advisers will assist undeclared students in learning more
about areas of interest and selecting courses that will be applicable to the majors the student is interested in.
Students can access the names and emails of their faculty and student success advisers in the Advising channel in
MySCAD. Students should email their faculty adviser to request meetings. Meetings with student success advisers can
be scheduled online through Appointment Plus in the Advising channel.
It is important for students to know the school their major is in. Refer to the front section of this book to
complete the following:
My primary major of interest is_________________________________________________________________
This major is within the School of_______________________________________________________________
I am also considering as a double major or minor___________________________________________________
Visit the InterClub Council at blog.scad.edu/icc.
This program is within the School of_____________________________________________________________
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Appendix I: Glossary
Major declaration directions:
1. Go to the Resources tab in MySCAD.
2. Find the Forms channel (the box in the top right hand corner).
3. Select “Registrar” in the drop down menu.
4. Click on the “Undergraduate Initial Declaration of Major” form.
5. Read the information, then click “Continue.”
6. From the drop down menu, please select the degree you wish to declare, i.e., Bachelor of Arts or
Bachelor of Fine Arts.
7. From the second drop down menu, please select the major you wish to declare.
8. Click “Continue.”
9. Verify your selection and click “Submit.”
10. If you plan on adding a minor, select the minor you would like to declare and click “Submit.”
11. If you would like to add a second major, please schedule an appointment with your student success adviser.
Undeclared students
Many students enjoy various aspects of art and design but are uncertain of what major to declare. It is essential to
take the initiative to explore the different majors and minors offered at SCAD. You can start your research by doing
the following:
1. Start a “majors exploration” journal. Write about the things you like about art and design. Keep
notes about majors that interest you. (For example, “I like detailed, hands-on projects. I enjoy threedimensional
work. I am interested in research and enjoy learning new things.”)
2. The SCAD catalog and website are excellent places to begin your search. Read the course descriptions
for each major. Look at the curriculum. Make notes in your journal about the majors that spark your
interest.
3. Search the Internet for information about the art and design areas that interest you. Add this new
information to your majors journal.
4. Visit the various SCAD buildings. Look at the projects on display. Can you see yourself creating the class
projects for this major?
5. Stop by the office of career and alumni success in Bradley Hall, 115 E. York St. Explore their resource
library. Look at career books for each major that interests you. Write in your journal your likes and
dislikes about the careers. You may also want to start thinking about summer jobs and internships that
focus on your areas of major curiosity. The office of career services produces the Jobwire, an online
resource that lists professional openings, internships and freelance opportunities.
6. Experience the numerous, exciting out-of-classroom opportunities offered at SCAD. Participate
in student organizations related to academic majors. Attend events, exhibitions, guest lectures and
activities that promote interaction between students and professionals. Look for meeting times and
dates of major-related events and activities in the department buildings, on the SCAD master calendar,
and on District, the Savannah student news organization, at scaddistrict.com, and on The Connector in
Atlanta, at scadconnector.com.
7. Talk to working artists and students in the career you are considering. Ask them how they got started,
how they made their decisions, and what they think it takes to get hired and succeed.
8. Visit the office of alumni services and the “Where Are They Now?” section of the website to find out
where former SCAD students are working and in what types of jobs they have used their majors. The
office of career and alumni success may also be able to provide contact information for alumni in your
major area of interest.
9. Most importantly, be sure to meet with your student success adviser quarterly to discuss major
declaration.
Academic Standing
Good Standing
For undergraduate students, good academic standing is defined by a 2.0 overall GPA. For graduate students,
good academic standing is defined by a 3.0 overall GPA.
Academic Warning
An undergraduate student whose term GPA falls below 2.0 for any quarter or a graduate student whose term
GPA falls below 3.0 for any quarter receives a warning that his or her academic status is unsatisfactory.
Probation
An undergraduate student whose term GPA falls below 2.0 for two consecutive quarters is placed on academic
probation and is notified by the university. Students who are placed on probation must meet with their staff
adviser before the end of the second week of the next quarter to establish a success plan. Students on probation
may not withdraw from any class and must abide by the terms outlined in their probation letter. Undergraduate
students are removed from probation when they achieve a GPA of at least 2.0.
Suspension
An undergraduate student whose term GPA falls below 2.0 for three consecutive quarters is suspended from
the university for one calendar year. After that time, the student may submit a written petition to the registrar to
return to SCAD. The petition should include all potential justification for continued enrollment at SCAD, including,
but not limited to, counseling, tutoring, medical treatment or academic success programming. Reinstatement is
not guaranteed.
If the student is reinstated, he or she returns on academic probation, must meet with a staff adviser prior to
registering for classes and must complete an academic success program as outlined by the reinstatement letter.
This may include the requirement to register for specific courses or to take a reduced course load.
Dismissal
A student who has been suspended and reinstated, and does not meet satisfactory academic progress during the
first quarter of his or her return, is dismissed from the university.
Accommodation – adaptation of the learning environment for students with disabilities to make it possible to have
an equal opportunity. All reasonable accommodations are determined for students on an individual basis. In order
to receive academic adjustments and/or reasonable accommodations, students must make appointments with the
disability services coordinator each term to make their specific accommodation requests known.
Appeals – See Appendix III Complaints and Appeals for specific information.
Audit – Currently enrolled degree-seeking, non-degree-seeking or transient students who wish to enroll in a class
but do not want to receive a grade may request through the registrar to audit the class, provided space is available.
Auditing status is reflected by “N” on the grade report. Students must be eligible to register in the course they wish
to audit. Degree-seeking students should consult a student success adviser before requesting to audit a class to
determine the effect this may have on financial aid and scholarship status and awards.
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – The Bachelor of Arts degree program is a four-year course of study requiring 180 quarter credit
hours (equivalent to 120 semester credit hours) and incorporating a foundation studies curriculum, comprehensive
general education curriculum, area of concentration curriculum and electives. The majority of the Bachelor of Arts
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curriculum consists of fine arts, humanities, general education and liberal arts courses. An area of concentration
complements the coursework. The area of concentration allows students to develop knowledge and skill in a particular
discipline.
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) – The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program is a four-year course of study requiring
180 quarter credit hours (equivalent to 120 semester credit hours) and incorporating a foundation studies curriculum,
general education curriculum, major program curriculum and electives. The Bachelor of Fine Arts curriculum is
designed to focus intently on acquiring knowledge and skill in the arts and design. In the major program curriculum,
students work toward developing knowledge, skills and a level of mastery in a specific discipline.
Catalog Year – Undergraduate students are expected to follow the degree requirements of the course catalog in
effect at the time of initial enrollment at SCAD. Specific course requirements, including prerequisites, are updated in
the catalog annually. Students are expected to adhere to changes to individual courses of study. If the curriculum and
degree requirements change during the five-year period after the student initially enrolls, the student may elect to
follow the new degree requirements but may not move to a catalog earlier than his or her catalog of entry. If a student
does not fulfill the degree requirements of the course catalog of entry within a five-year period, then he or she must
follow the requirements of the catalog in effect at the end of that five-year period. Students who wish to double major
or enroll in a minor must follow those requirements as listed in the catalog they are following for their primary major.
Chair – Each program at SCAD is led by a department chair. The chair manages faculty, develops course schedules
and rotations and serves as a liaison to the institution administration. In addition, the chair will approve or deny course
substitutions, prerequisite waivers and course exemptions, internships, and independent studies.
Channels – Channels are located within MySCAD. Each tab in MySCAD has labeled boxes that are called “channels.”
You may hear faculty and staff refer to the “Advising channel” or “Forms channel” within your MySCAD account. You
may move your channels around by selecting Content Layout in your MySCAD account.
CLEP – The College-level Examination Program is administered through the College Board to provide documentation
of college-level achievement that may qualify a student for advanced standing. CLEP credit is awarded if certain
requirements are met. Credit awarded by another college or university for CLEP is not transferable without proper
documentation. Official CLEP scores from the College Board must be submitted to the office of admission. A maximum
of 45 quarter hours of CLEP credit may be awarded. Transfer credit from all sources (including CLEP) may not exceed
90 quarter hours. Please see your student success adviser for more information.
Course Sequencing – Recommended course sequencing is located on the back of the Programs of Study for each
major. Programs of Study can be found on the student success and advising website in MySCAD as well as its office
in Bradley Hall. Course sequencing lists courses in a recommended order of completion. Students may vary from this
sequence to fit their individual needs.
Dean – Each school within SCAD (building arts, communication arts, design, fashion, film, digital media and performing
arts, fine arts, foundation studies, and liberal arts) has a dean who oversees each program in their school. Please see
your student success adviser if you have questions about contacting your school dean.
Dean of Students – This office should be the first contact for a student or parent with a medical or family emergency.
Staff may assist in getting urgent messages to students and contacting professors in the case of an emergency absence.
This office also provides students with assistance regarding any non-academic problems they may be experiencing.
The dean of students oversees the offices of residence life and housing, student involvement and student conduct.
Drop/add – The first five business days of each quarter during which students may change their class schedules.
Students may still accumulate absences due to changing of a course schedule.
Elective – There are three types of electives students may have: studio, free or major. Studio electives are any elective
that is studio based while a free elective can be either studio or lecture based. When looking up classes in MySCAD, an
indication will be made that the class is either a studio schedule type or a lecture schedule type. Major electives may
be major specific or school specific. In SCAD Pro Adviser, a student’s options of major electives will be listed. Students
should consult with faculty and student success advisers on choices for electives.
Exemption – An exemption may be awarded by the appropriate department chair if a student displays the knowledge
and skill sets required for a specific course. If an exemption is approved, the student is allowed to take another course
in the same subject matter to replace it. Students must have the alternative course approved by the department chair
prior to taking the course to ensure the substitution will be approved.
Faculty Adviser – Each student is assigned a faculty member within his or her declared major. Faculty advisers are
subject-matter experts and serve as mentors by helping students understand core requirements within the major and
develop professionally. Students are recommended to meet with the faculty adviser on a quarterly basis.
FERPA – The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, commonly known as FERPA, is a federal law that
protects the privacy of student education records. Students have specific, protected rights regarding the release of
such records and FERPA requires that institutions adhere strictly to these guidelines. Students who want information
from their education records to be shared with another person must complete a FERPA form. This form must be filled
out electronically through MySCAD before any information will be shared with anyone other than the student.
Lecture class – Most general education classes are considered lecture classes including art history, speech and public
speaking, English, natural sciences, mathematics, and social/behavioral science. Many majors also have lecture classes,
and this attribute will be listed when a class is looked up in MySCAD. It is recommended that students balance each
quarter with one lecture class and two studio classes.
Major – In order to graduate with a B.A. or B.F.A. from SCAD, students must choose a program of study to declare as
their major. In addition to foundation and general studies, students must complete their required major curriculum.
Students may declare up to two majors.
Minor – A student can elect to have up to two minors. A minor is a 40 credit hour concentration in a specific area.
Nearly every major has a corresponding minor, and there are also several unique minors that closely relate to specific
majors. For a complete listing of minors, students should consult SCAD PRO Adviser, the course catalog or their
student success adviser.
MySCAD – MySCAD is the digital portal for students, faculty and staff members. Students receive their MySCAD login
upon payment of the enrollment fee. A single login via myscad.scad.edu provides each student access to registration,
online forms, SCAD Webmail, financial aid accounts, online course materials, personal announcements, dining hall
menus, job postings, calls for entry and more.
Ombudsman – The ombudsman serves as an alternate resource for all students to complement other existing
channels of communication. The role of the ombudsman is to serve as a resource and designated neutral party for
those who may have a college-related concern or grievance. The ombudsman does not impose solutions but does
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identify options and strategies for resolution — providing contact with appropriate college resources or serving as a
mediator, among other roles.
Prerequisite – A class that must be taken prior to another class.
Registration – Each quarter students are given a registration time ticket via email that assigns them to a beginning
registration time. The registration times are determined by credit hours earned. Students may register for classes from
their initial registration time through the fifth day of classes in the beginning of each quarter. Students register for
classes via MySCAD. Instructions for registration can be obtained from their student success adviser.
Rubric – This is an assessment tool for communicating expectations of quality. A rubric provides a set of criteria and
standards that is used to assess a project or other assignment.
Scholarships – Scholarships are available to currently enrolled SCAD students based on academic achievement and/
or financial need. Students must have completed 45 undergraduate hours or 15 graduate hours at SCAD in order to be
eligible. Electronic applications are available only during the month of April and are disbursed to students the following
school year. For additional information, please visit the institutional advancement MySCAD website or email iascholq@
scad.edu.
may transfer no more than 90 total hours of credit including transient credit. Students who qualify for transient status
should first consult with their student success adviser regarding the other institution and pertinent course information
for the class(es) the student wishes to take. Students should then complete a Transient/Letter of Good Standing form
with their adviser including documentation of application and/or acceptance to the other institution and a course
description or syllabus from each course the student wishes to take.
Withdrawal – Students may withdraw from a class from the end of drop/add week through the last day of the quarter.
Students receive no credit and a grade of “W” for the course. The withdrawal process is accessed through the Forms
channel in MySCAD. Withdrawal from one or more classes may alter financial aid status or eligibility. Students should
consult with a student financial adviser for details. Students who stop attending a class without officially withdrawing
are considered in violation of the SCAD attendance policy and receive a grade of “F.”
Work Study – The SCAD work-study program helps students find jobs on campus. To participate in this program,
students must be enrolled in at least a half-time status, have a 2.0 cumulative GPA and maintain good academic
standing. The student employment office serves as the hub for all student employee placements on campus. Students
are required to visit the student employment office each quarter (including the breaks) to verify their eligibility status
prior to working. Contact stemploy@scad.edu for more information.
Studio class (elective) – A class in which students produce visual projects and work. Students can tell if a particular
class has the “studio elective attribute” if those words are found on the far right of the registration screen next to the
class.
Student Financial Services – Located in Bradley Hall on the first floor, student financial services primarily handles
student billing. They also assist students with financial aid, which is made available to qualified students to assist them
in paying for their education.
Student Success Adviser – Student success advisers serve as the primary contact for all undergraduate students.
Their duties include; assisting students in successfully completing an educational program at SCAD, assisting students
in assessing and matching their interests, skills and abilities to programs available at SCAD, helping students with major
declaration and course selection, sequencing and registration, and providing students with accurate information about
SCAD policies, procedures, resources and programs.
Syllabus – A document that list all assignments, due dates, policies and expected outcomes of a course.
Tabs – Tabs are located at the top of the MySCAD Web page and help students navigate through MySCAD. MySCAD
tabs include Home, Student Workspace, My Info, Resources, and Residence Life and Housing.
Transfer Credit – Completion credit for a course that has been evaluated and accepted by SCAD. Transfer credit may
come from a variety of sources such as another institution or university, Advance Placement examination credit (AP),
and College-level Examination Program credit (CLEP). Transfer credit appears on student transcripts as a “T,” and is
not calculated into the student’s GPA. Transfer Credit from all sources including CLEP may not exceed 90 credit hours.
Transient Credit – SCAD students who wish to attend another college or university during their enrollment at SCAD
and receive transfer credit may apply for transient status. In order to qualify for transient status, undergraduate
students must be in good academic standing and have a minimum GPA of 2.0. Students must complete their final
45 hours in residence at SCAD and are not eligible for transient credit during that period. Undergraduate students
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Appendix II: How to Calculate
Your GPA
Appendix III: complaints
and appeals
Cumulative GPA: Your cumulative GPA is an average of all of the classes you have taken at SCAD.
• Students must have a 2.0 cumulative GPA to graduate.
• All student-athletes must maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA to remain eligible to participate in the athletic
program.
• Students must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA to maintain SCAD admission scholarships.
Major GPA: Your major GPA is an average of all of the classes that are in your major curriculum. Foundation
classes, general education classes and classes in your minor are not calculated in your major GPA, except in cases
where those classes are required in your major. On your SCAD Pro audit report or on your program of study sheet
look at the section entitled “Major Curriculum.” The grades you earn in the classes in your major curriculum make
up your major GPA.
• All students must have a 3.0 or higher major GPA to graduate.
Quarterly GPA: Your GPA for the quarter is the average of the grades you earned in a specific quarter. Academic
warning, probation and suspension are based on a student’s GPA for the quarter.
• Your quarterly GPA must be a 2.0 or higher to have good academic standing.
Here are some tips on calculating your GPA:
Jane Doe
0008888888
Fall (final grades) Winter (midterm grades)
CMPA 100: A
ARTH 110: C
ARTH 100: B
DSGN 101: C
DSGN 100: B
DRAW 100: B
Calculation: A+B+B+C+C+B /total number of grades = GPA A=4; B= 3; C= 2; D=1
Fall + midterm grades: 4+3+3+2+2+3/6 = 2.83 (GPAs are NOT rounded Up)
In this example, Jane Doe has a SCAD scholarship and based on her potential GPA after winter quarter, she will
lose her scholarship if she does not pull up her grades in ARTH 110 or her DSGN 100 class. The rule of thumb is
that you need an A to balance out each C and two As to balance out each D. Therefore, Jane can only have one C
in winter quarter once her grades are final because it will be balanced by the A she had in fall in CMPA 100. Jane
must bring one of those Cs up to a B. Another scenario that would work is for Jane to raise her grade in DRAW
100 to an A to balance out one of the C’s she may get in winter.
Complaints and Appeals
SCAD Student Complaint Policy
Students are encouraged to resolve concerns they may have by directly contacting the office responsible for the area
relevant to the complaint (e.g., housing/residence hall director for residence hall complaints; professor or academic
chair for academic complaints; bursar’s office for student account concerns; the office of financial aid for financial
aid concerns, etc.). If unsure about the proper course for addressing complaints, students should contact the office
of the ombudsman (912.525.5213 or ombuds@scad.edu). As a neutral party, the ombudsman may seek additional
information about the situation, assist with appropriate communication and mediate disputes.
If unable to satisfactorily resolve the issue directly with the relevant office or persons or through the office of the
ombudsman, the student may submit a written complaint using the procedures referenced herein.
SCAD’s student complaint and appeal policies apply uniformly across SCAD campuses and learning modalities. The
university is committed to protecting its students’ right to lodge complaints and appeals according to these procedures
and to resolving all student concerns in a fair and timely manner. The information described herein is a general
overview of the policies and procedures for filing complaints and appeals at SCAD. Students are strongly encouraged
to consult the student handbook in its entirety and/or MySCAD for information regarding specific complaint and
appeal procedures.
General Written Complaint Procedure
Non-academic student complaints, other than complaints of sexual harassment, are submitted, in writing, to the dean
of students. Savannah, Lacoste and eLearning student complaints should be submitted to the dean of students in
Savannah; SCAD-Atlanta student complaints should be submitted to the dean of students in SCAD-Atlanta; SCAD
Hong Kong student complaints should be submitted to the student success adviser in SCAD Hong Kong.
The complaint must include the student’s full name, student ID number, SCAD e-mail address and phone number. The
complaint must be submitted within 30 calendar days of the incident; should describe the issue of concern in detail;
include the date, time and place of the occurrence; the names of any persons involved, including any witnesses; other
relevant information or documentation; and the desired outcome. The complaint must be signed by the student or
sent from the student’s SCAD e-mail account.
A written response will be provided to the student within 30 calendar days of receipt of the written complaint. If
dissatisfied with the response, the student may submit a written appeal to the vice president for student success,
located in Savannah, in accordance with the process outlined below.
General non-academic appeals are student requests for exceptions to the university’s student services policies.
Unless specifically stated otherwise (see below), all such appeals must be submitted in writing (see “General Written
Complaint Procedure”) to the vice president for student success, as noted above, within 14 calendar days following
notification of any decision or action. All supporting documentation must be attached to the appeal; failure to do so
may halt the appeal process. The vice president for student success shall determine the final action and will respond
to the student within 30 calendar days of receipt of the appeal. The decision of the vice president for student success
is final.
Procedures for Specific Types of Complaints and Appeals
Appeals concerning academic matters should be submitted in writing (see “General Written Complaint Procedure”)
to SCAD’s chief academic officer or vice president for academic services (for Savannah, Lacoste and eLearning) or the
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associate vice president for SCAD-Atlanta (for SCAD-Atlanta appeals) in accordance with the policy set forth below
(see “Academic Appeals”) or the associate vice president for SCAD Hong Kong (for SCAD Hong Kong appeals). The
offices of the chief academic officer and vice president for academic services are located in Bradley Hall, 115 E. York
St., Savannah, Ga.; mailing address: P.O. Box 3146, Savannah, GA 31402. The office of the associate vice president for
SCAD-Atlanta is located at 1600 Peachtree St., Atlanta, Ga.; mailing address: P.O. Box 77300 Atlanta, GA 30357. The
office of the associate vice president for SCAD Hong Kong is located at the Magistracy Building; mailing address:
292 Tai Po Road, Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong.
Appeals concerning nonacademic matters should be submitted to the vice president for student success, as noted
above (see “General Written Complaint Procedure”). The office of the vice president for student success is located
in Bradley Hall, 115 E. York St., Savannah, Ga; mailing address: P.O. Box 3146, Savannah, GA 31402.
The chief academic officer, vice president for academic services, associate vice president for SCAD-Atlanta, associate
vice president for SCAD Hong Kong or the vice president for student success, as appropriate, shall determine the
final action and will respond to the student within 30 calendar days of receipt of the appeal. The decision of these
administrators is final.
Complaints and appeals in the areas of academics and/or grades, student conduct and/or disciplinary action,
Americans with Disabilities Act grievances and financial aid must be in writing in accordance with established
college procedures published herein (see specific procedures referenced below).
ACADEMIC APPEALS
Policy Appeals
Academic policy appeals are written student requests for exceptions to the college’s academic policies or students’
requests to review academic decisions. Student should address all academic policy appeals to the chief academic
officer via e-mail to academicappeals@scad.edu. Appeals must be made within 30 calendar days of notification of
the action or decision. A decision from the CAO regarding the appeal is made in writing to the student within 30
calendar days following receipt of the appeal or receipt of additional information. The decision is final.
Academic Dishonesty
Appeals for decisions concerning academic dishonesty sanctions must be submitted within five business days
following receipt of notification of such sanctions. All supporting documentation must be attached to the appeal.
Failure to do so may halt the appeal process. Once received, the appeal is routed to the appropriate college
administrator for processing. A committee may be assembled to review the appeal. A written decision from the
administrator regarding the appeal will be sent to the student within 30 calendar days following receipt of the
appeal or receipt of all additional supporting information, whichever is later. The decision of the administrator or
review committee is final.
Grade Appeals
Concerns regarding final grade assignments must be addressed directly with the faculty member issuing the grade
or, if necessary, with the professor’s department chair. A review of the student’s grade is conducted to validate
the grade assignment. The department chair and school dean must authorize any grade change due to numerical
miscalculation by the faculty member issuing the grade.
If, after this review, the student is not satisfied, he or she may file a written appeal with the vice president for
academic services (for Savannah, Lacoste and eLearning students) or the associate vice president (for SCAD-
Atlanta students) or the associate vice president for SCAD Hong Kong (for SCAD Hong Kong students). This appeal
must include evidence of correspondence with all previous parties and should be submitted within 30 calendar
days following the last day of the quarter. As with all academic appeals, the student’s grade appeal is routed to the
appropriate college administrator for investigation. A decision from the vice president or associate vice president
regarding the appeal is made in writing to the student within 30 days following receipt of the appeal. The decision
is final.
SPECIFIC NON-ACADEMIC APPEALS
Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Action Appeals
A finding of a violation of the Code of Student Conduct and/or imposing a sanction(s) may be appealed by the
accused student (or by the victim) within three business days of the decision. Appeals must be submitted in writing
(see “General Written Complaint Procedure”) to the dean of students. Appeals from Hong Kong, Savannah, Lacoste
and eLearning students should be submitted to the dean of students in Savannah; appeals from SCAD-Atlanta
students should be submitted to the dean of students at SCAD-Atlanta. The Code of Student Conduct and the
process and specific procedures for appealing such decisions are found in the student handbook under “Code of
Student Conduct.
Americans with Disabilities Act Grievances
A student may file a formal grievance in writing with the SCAD ADA grievance committee (see “General Written
Complaint Procedure”) within 30 calendar days of the alleged violation. The college’s ADA Grievance Policy and
Procedures should be followed when submitting such grievances and are found in the student handbook under
“Disability Services.
Sexual Harassment Grievances
Complaints of sexual harassment may be initiated either verbally or in writing to the vice president for student
success by (a) signing and delivering a written complaint, or by (b) presenting the complaint in person. In the event
that the complaint is made in person, and the complainant decides to proceed formally, the complaint is reduced to
writing during the meeting and signed by the complainant. Specific procedures are found in the student handbook
under “Policies: Sexual Harassment.”
Discrimination Grievances
Complaints of discrimination may be initiated either verbally or in writing to the vice president for student success
either by signing and delivering a written complaint, or by presenting the complaint in person. Specific procedures
are found in the student handbook under “Policies.”
FINANCIAL APPEALS
Financial Aid
Students who receive a written notice of loss of financial aid due to unsatisfactory progress may appeal in writing to
the director of financial aid. The appeal must be received within 30 calendar days of the date on the unsatisfactory
progress notification letter. A decision regarding the appeal is made in writing to the student within 30 calendar
days following receipt of the appeal or receipt of additional information. The decision is final.
Student Account Appeals
Student with extenuating circumstances may appeal in writing to the bursar for refund or credit. Such appeals must
be initiated during the quarter for which the refund or credit is requested. The bursar responds in writing to the
student within 30 calendar days of the date on the written appeal. The decision is final
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Appendix Iv: Code of Student
Conduct Summary
Admission and Scholarship Appeals
Applicants may appeal admission and scholarship decisions only once. Those who wish to appeal an admission or
scholarship decision must submit the following to the Admission Appeal Committee:
1. Letter of appeal specifying the reason(s) for the appeal, with the applicant’s Banner ID provided.
2. Any updated academic or artistic work that would be relevant to an appeal.
3. At least one recommendation from a teacher, coach, guidance/career counselor or other mentor/supervisor.
All documents must be submitted together with the letter of appeal in order to be considered. The deadline to appeal
is one month prior to the beginning of the intended quarter of entry (fall, winter, spring, summer). The Admission
Appeal Committee may consist of admission staff and administrators. Appeals are considered in the order in which
they are received. A final decision is rendered to the applicant within two weeks of receipt of complete appeal. Only
appeals written by the student are considered. Applicants seeking appeals on the basis of financial need should
contact the admission department. Portfolios may be submitted through SlideRoom or by mail. Appeal documents
may be delivered in person or by e-mail to admission@scad.edu or by mail to:
Admission Appeal Committee Savannah, eLearning, Hong Kong
SCAD
P.O. Box 2072
Savannah, GA 31402-2072 USA
Admission Appeal Committee Atlanta
SCAD
P.O. Box 77300
Atlanta, GA 30309 USA
As a SCAD student, you are an integral part of a greater community. Whether studying in Savannah, Atlanta,
Lacoste, Hong Kong or through eLearning, you can impact your own learning experience as well as the experience
of others. SCAD expects all students to abide by the Code of Student Conduct in order to contribute to the positive
learning environment at SCAD. The office of student conduct resolves those incidents that allegedly violate those
expectations and provide a fair, unbiased hearing process for accused students to address allegations of misconduct
brought against them.
Mission statement
The office of student conduct exists to educate students by articulating the community values and expectations of
the institution as summarized under the Code of Student Conduct and by holding students accountable for their
choices and behavior.
Students should review the Code of Student Conduct by going to: MySCAD:Resources:Handbooks:Student
Handbook
Violations include, but are not limited to:
• Alcohol
• Possession, consumption, displaying, or distribution on campus, regardless of age
• Possession, consumption, displaying, or distributing off campus, if under 21
• Drugs
• Possession, consumption, selling, manufacturing controlled substances or narcotics
• Misuse of any legal pharmaceutical drugs, except as expressly permitted by law
• Possession of drug related paraphernalia including but not limited to pipes, bongs, and hookahs
• Huffing or sniffing any substance not intended for such use
• Illegal or unauthorized possession or use of firearms, tasers, mace, explosives, fireworks, other weapons
or dangerous chemicals on SCAD premises, even if legally possessed, in a manner that harms or
threatens others
• Engaging in acts of dishonesty or improper use of SCAD offices, facilities or processes
• Disrespectful behavior
• Disruptive behavior
• Physical abuse, verbal abuse, threats, intimidation, harassment, coercion, crimes of hate and/or any
other conduct that threatens the health or safety of another person
• Theft or misuse of university computing resources
• Violating federal, state, or local law
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