Theater
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New Student Orientation
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Dance
Critical Studies
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Fall 2016 CalArts
Mission Statement
CalArts teaches artists to develop the skills and personal drive to reach their creative potential, question received ideas and expand forms of knowledge and experience in the world. CalArts challenges artists to create work that matters globally to the state of culture today and in the future.
CalArts imagines ever-widening roles for artists as agents of creative innovation in all contexts from the practical to wildly improbable, and CalArts champions art in all its forms to foster dialogue, collaboration and mutual respect in an increasingly diverse world.
Welcome to CalArts! Our orientation program is designed to help you be successful at California Institute of the Arts. There will be opportunities for you to meet new friends and be introduced to the people who will support you throughout your time at CalArts and beyond. You will discover resources available to enhance your academic and artistic success as well as your personal and social wellness. During the next few days, we hope you learn a lot about CalArts and yourself in relation to others as well as have a fun time. You are joining a vibrant community of creative individuals who are trained to think about big questions in new and important ways. We are glad you are part of the CalArts family!
What you’ll find in this publication Orientation Schedule A schedule of events for all students attending New Student Orientation. For specific School information, please refer to:
School of Art (p. 36)
School of Critical Studies (p. 38)
The Sharon Disney Lund School of Dance (p. 40)
School of Film/Video (p. 42)
The Herb Alpert School of Music (p. 44)
School of Theater (p. 48)
Notice This New Student Orientation schedule is posted online at: calarts.edu/student-services/orientation Programs and activities in this schedule are subject to change. Any questions may be directed to Student Affairs, Room A207, or by calling 661-253-7874, or emailing studentaffairs@calarts.edu. Additional School-specific activities will be announced by the School(s) in separate communications.
Maps
Theater
Music
Film/Video
Dance
Critical Studies
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 8 am 3 pm
New Student Residence Hall Move-in
Chouinard and Ahmanson Halls
Please refer to your designated move in times provided to you by the Residence Life Office. When you arrive at your respective residence, you will be greeted by Residence Life staff who will issue your room key. Volunteers from throughout the Institute will be on board to welcome you and to help you move in.
10 am 4 pm
Orientation Check-in
Main Building, Reception Desk
All new students are asked to check in for New Students Orientation. Information, maps and gifts will be provided.
11 am 1:30 pm
Lunch on Your Own with Family and Friends
Local Restaurants
Check out some of the local cuisine that Santa Clarita has to offer. Ask any of our Orientation Leaders for recommendations!
4 pm
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Class Photo
Wild Beast Pavilion / S. Mark Taper Foundation Courtyard
Remarks from Provost Jeannene Przyblyski and other panelists will assist you in supporting your student through the transition to CalArts. Faculty, staff, and administrators will describe the resources available to help students succeed both in and out of the classroom and studio.
President’s Talk with Parents and Families
President Steven D. Lavine welcomes families to CalArts and discusses the future of the Institute. A question and answer session to follow.
4:30 pm 6 pm
Welcome Ceremony and Alumni Dinner
Art
Main Building, Bijou Theater
Main Building, Main Gallery
Maps
Theater
The official kickoff of New Student Orientation includes opening remarks from President Steven Lavine, Provost Jeannene Pryzblyski, Dean of Enrollment Management Robert Borden, Dean of Student Affairs Travis Greene, and Students' Union President Jesse VanDenKooy (Critical Studies MFA 2017). After, enjoy dinner generously provided by your friends in Alumni and Parent Engagement.
Dance
3:15 pm 4:15 pm
Critical Studies
Main Building, Bijou Theater, Level 2
Film/Video
Provost’s Panel for Families: Resources for Student Success
Music
1:30 pm 2:45 pm
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Sessions Designed Specifically for Parents and Families:
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Sessions Designed Specifically for Parents and Families:
6 pm
Family Time & Say Goodbye For many this would be the opportune time to say goodbye to families and friends.
6:30 pm
Parent and Family Orientation: Residence Life Staff
Mom’s CafÊ, Chouinard Hall
A special opportunity for parents and families to meet the Residence Life professional staff. Here you can learn more about the residence hall activities and atmosphere as well as have any lingering questions answered.
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Ahmanson Hall Housing Orientation Meeting (Ahmanson Residents Only)
Ahmanson Hall (location information provided at check-in)
Ahmanson residents will meet with their Resident Assistant during this time to learn more about the resources available to them as well as the community standards of this intentional living and learning community.
10 pm
Chouinard Hall Housing Orientation Meeting (Chouinard Residents Only)
Chouinard Hall (location information provided at check-in)
Critical Studies Maps
Chouinard residents will meet with their Resident Assistant during this time to learn more about the resources available to them as well as the community standards of this intentional living and learning community.
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9 pm
Dance
Required for all new and transfer students. CalArtians change the world around them. We are culture makers and social change agents. However, how often do we describe what type of culture we’d like to make for ourselves on our campus? Join your Student Body President in an open discussion on how your class will define itself and maintain our just and close-knit community, one in which we look out for one another every day and strive to make a difference. Bring a blanket and relax on the lawn of the Wild Beast!
Film/Video
Wild Beast Pavilion / S. Mark Taper Courtyard
Music
Community Gathering: We Are CalArts
Theater
7 pm 8:30 pm
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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 9 am 5 pm
5 pm 8 pm
8 pm
Residence Life Activities On-campus residents please refer to your Residence Life activities handbook.
Welcome Picnic
Clark’s Field
Join your Orientation Leaders and Students' Union Representatives for food, music and lawn games as they welcome you into your new home that is CalArts.
Screen on the green
Hippie Hill, Across from the Character Animation Lodge
Enjoy an outdoor movie on the ground level of Block E of the Main Building. Light refreshments, including popcorn, will be provided.
9 pm
Mom’s Café Open
Chouinard Hall, Mom’s Café
Mom's Café is an eclectic all-purpose space located in Chouinard Hall and is easily accessible by the street-side or the pool-side entrances. Mom's Café features video and board games, billiards, ping-pong, a projector and sound system, a television, and a grand piano. Mom's is a great space to host your own events, attend Residence Life sponsored activities, or just lounge and watch a movie with friends.
10 pm
Student Orientation Leader Chill Time
Chouinard Hall, Mom’s Café
Come hang with your Student Orientation Leaders for some food, fun and games!
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Theater
Music
Film/Video
Dance
Critical Studies
Art
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 9 am 10 am
New BFA Orientation – Critical Studies
Main Building, MOD Theater
Required for all new BFA students. This mandatory meeting for all new BFA students will provide incoming undergraduate students the opportunity to meet Critical Studies faculty as they provide helpful information about course requirements and offerings.
10 am
Morning Yoga
Main Building, A200 (Dance Studio)
Practice your Yoga or find your Zen before school starts. Bring your own yoga mat or towel. All experience levels welcome.
10 am 1 pm
New Student Identification (ID) Card Photos
Main Building, Outside MOD Theater Lobby
For new students with last names beginning with letters A-K who have paid their tuition and fees.
10 am noon
Music Theory Placement Exam
Undergraduate (BFA) students: Main Building, B302 (Roy O. Disney Concert Hall) Graduate (MFA) students: Wild Beast Pavilion
Required for all new undergraduate and graduate students in the The Herb Alpert School of Music. Please go to your respective testing area as listed above. No make-up exams will be offered. Music Office Check-In: As soon as you finish the theory placement exam, go to B322 (Music Office) to request lessons, keys, lockers, etc.
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noon 1 pm
International Student Orientation: Driver’s License, Social Security Number and Employment
Art
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Ever wonder what the connection is between Disney and CalArts? Well lucky for you we have some Orientation Leaders that know all about the Disney magic that is kept here! Join us at the reception desk for a Disney CalArts tour that highlights all the Disney elements for which CalArts is so widely known.
Critical Studies
Main Building, Reception Desk
Main Building, Langley Hall
Maps
Theater
Music
Required for all new international students. How to obtain a California driver license, social security number and employment while being on a student visa. Please bring your passport and I-20 form.
Dance
Campus Tour: Disney Style
Film/Video
11 am noon
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 1 pm 3 pm
CalArts Resources Fair
Main Building, Main Gallery
Stop by the Main Gallery to learn about the amazing resources CalArts provides. Some of the resources include: > Supporting your academic success (Financial Aid, Academic Advisor, the Registrar and Career Services)
> Getting Involved (Students' Union, Campus Activities, Clubs and Study Abroad)
> Supporting your personal Safety and Wellness (Campus Safety, Facilities, Counseling Services, Health Services, Disability Services)
1 pm 4 pm
New Student Identification (ID) Card Photos
Main Building, Outside MOD Theater Lobby
For new students with last names beginning with letters L-Z who have paid their tuition and fees.
1 pm 4 pm
New MFA Student Orientation – Writing Program
Butler Building #4 (BB4)
1 pm 4 pm
New MA Student Orientation – Aesthetics and Politics
Main Building, D206
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Transfer students in Music are required to meet with the School dean. Assigned appointment times have already been sent to new transfer students. Please arrive as scheduled.
3 pm 4 pm
School of Film/Video Computer Lab/Facilities Orientation (New MFA Students in)
Main Building, A109
> Program in Film and Video > Film Directing Program > Experimental Animation Program
3 pm 5pm
New Student Scavenger Hunt
Film/Video
All incoming BFA and MFA Art students are invited to participate in an informal and self-guided tour of the various labs available to them: Super Shop, MacLab, Print & Media Lab, Photo & Media Lab, and Video Lab. Lab directors will be available to answer any questions. Go directly to each lab.
Dance
School of Art Orientation – Lab Tours
Music
2 pm 4 pm
Art
Main Building, B322 (Music Office)
Critical Studies
The Herb Alpert School of Music Transfer Student Meetings
Main Building, Outside MOD Theater Lobby
Maps
Think you know your way around CalArts yet? Test your knowledge and join us in front of the MOD lobby. Explore CalArts, take selfies and win some prizes.
Theater
1 pm 5 pm
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 Between 3 pm 5 pm
School of Film/Video Computer Lab/Facilities Orientation (New BFA Students in)
Main Building, A108
From 3 - 4 pm: > Character Animation with Last Names beginning with letters A-K From 4- 5 pm: > Character Animation with Last Names beginning with letters L-Z (New BFA Students in)
Main Building, A109
From 4 - 5 pm: > Program in Film and Video > Experimental Animation
5 pm 7pm
Transfer Students Meet and Greet
Main Building, CafĂŠ A
All transfer students are invited. Light refreshments will be served.
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Required for all new and transfer students. Highly recommended for graduate students. Join other community members, including returning students, as we highlight the work done recently at CalArts to create and sustain a culture of sexual respect. Members of the Task Force on Sexual Respect and other community activists will be present to discuss their work to date and, more importantly, to engage in dialogue on how we can all make a safer CalArts.
8 pm 10 pm
MFA Writing Program Salon
Butler Building #4 (BB4)
12 am
Campus Tour: Haunted Tales
Main Building, Reception Desk
Maps
Theater
Music
Whether or not you believe in ghosts, the stories behind some of these halls are enough to send chills down your spine.
Critical Studies
Art
Main Building, Main Gallery
Dance
Community Gathering: It’s On Us to Create a Culture of Sexual Respect
Film/Video
7 pm 9 pm
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 8:30 am 10 am
International Student Orientation: Understanding Regulations and Obligations While on a Student Visa
Main Building, Langley Hall
Required for all new international students. Please bring your passport and I-20 form.
9 am 10 am
Services and Support for Students with Disabilities
Main Building, A207 (Student Affairs Office)
Students with disabilities (mental health, attentional, learning, vision, hearing, physical, systemic) are invited to attend this general information session with Student Affairs staff who will provide helpful information regarding accommodations and navigation of CalArts. For specific accommodation requests, you may schedule a meeting with Maria-Victoria Perez by visiting Student Affairs in A207.
9:30 am 11 am
School of Film/Video Facilities Orientation (for continuing students)
Main Academic Building, A111
Mandatory for continuing students in the following programs: > Experimental Animation (BFA and MFA) > Program in Film and Video (BFA and MFA) > Film Directing (MFA)
10 am
Morning Meditation
Main Building, A200 (Dance Studio)
No experience necessary. Be sure to bring a pillow and a blanket or large towel.
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Integrated Media Orientation (new MFA CIM students)
Main Academic Building, C108
Art
10 am 11 am
Main Building, Outside MOD Theater Lobby
Any incoming undergraduate or graduate students who have not yet picked up their student ID cards will need to do so in this timeframe. Please note that students must be current with their student accounts.
10 am 1 pm
Musicianship Skills Placement Exam
Undergraduate (BFA) students: Main Building, B318 Graduate (MFA) students: Main Building, B302 (Roy O. Disney Concert Hall)
This skills placement exam is required for all new undergraduate and graduate students in the School of Music who did not place into Fundamental Musicianship (MTHY-001) on the Music Theory Placement Exam (which was administered the day before). Includes for BFAs (only) a keyboard proficiency assessment in the second half of the examination period. Please go to your respective testing area as listed above. No make-up exams will be offered.
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School of Art Orientation and Mentoring (New MFA Students)
John Baldessari Studio Building, Classroom
Dance
New Student ID Card Photos –Make-Up Session
Film/Video
10 am noon
Music
John Baldessari Studio Building, Classroom
Theater
School of Art Orientation and Mentoring (New BFA Students)
Maps
10 am 11:30 am
Critical Studies
A required one-hour orientation and facilities tour for incoming Center for Integrated Media students.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 10 am noon
School of Film/Video Facilities Tours
Main Building, E204
(1 hour each) All incoming BFA and MFA Film/Video students are invited to participate in one of two hour-long tours of CalArts facilities. Each tour will start on the hour – 10 - 11 am for MFAs and BFAs (A-K) or 11 am - noon for MFAs and BFAs (L-Z) – and will commence from the School of Film/Video Office in Room E204.
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New BFA Students Online Class Registration Opens All new BFAs should have received a sign-up time via email (please check your CalArts email). Once your sign-up time begins, log into the CalArts Course Catalog to select the classes you want to add. Please stop by the Registrar (F303) with any questions.
noon 1 pm
Bystander Intervention Training
Main Building, Langley Hall
As a follow-up to the "It’s On Us" session last night, bystander intervention training is provided in a smaller group setting. Bystander intervention is a promising component of sexual violence prevention. Participates will be provided with active learning experiences to build skills and confidence when responding to potential concerns in an effort to ensure the safety and well-being of themselves and others. Lunch will be provided.
noon 5 pm
Movie and Popcorn Day in Student Affairs
Main Building, A207 (Student Affairs Office)
Students are welcome to join Student Affairs for free popcorn and a “Welcome to College” movie marathon.
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All new students should have received a sign-up time via email (please check your CalArts email). Once your sign-up time begins, log into the CalArts Course Catalog to select the classes you want to add. Please stop by the Registrar (F303) with any questions.
The Sharon Disney Lund School of Dance New Student Orientation
Main Building, Sharon Disney Lund Dance Theater
1 pm 4 pm
School of Theater New Student Orientation and Mentoring
Main Building, MOD Theater
2 pm 4 pm
Mentoring of Continuing Students in Art, Art and Technology, and Photography and Media Programs
Art Students: Main Building, F200
Photography and Media Students: Main Building, E11A
School of Film/Video New Student Orientation
Main Building, Bijou Theater
Maps
2 pm 5 pm
Music
Art and Technology: Main Building, C107
Film/Video
Dance
1 pm 4 pm
Critical Studies
Art
New Graduate Students Online Class Registration Opens
Theater
1 pm
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 3 pm 4:30 pm
The Herb Alpert School of Music New Student Orientation
Main Building, B302 (Roy O. Disney Concert Hall)
3 pm 7 pm
Academic Advisement for New and Continuing BFA Students
Main Building, CafĂŠ B
Are you a new or continuing BFA student? Do you have questions relating to your remaining Critical Studies requirements? New and continuing BFA students are invited to meet with an advisor who can help you develop your academic plan.
3 pm 8 pm
MFA Creative Writing Program Teaching Assistant Orientation
Butler Building #4 (BB4)
4 pm 7 pm
School of Theater All-School Meeting
Main Building, MOD Theater Reception following at Main Building, Tatum Patio
5 pm 7 pm
The Herb Alpert School of Music Welcome and Faculty Recital
Wild Beast Pavilion
All new undergraduate and graduate School of Music students will have the opportunity to meet faculty and listen to them perform. A reception will follow immediately following the performance, upstairs in the ROD foyer.
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Mom’s Café Open
Chouinard Hall, Mom’s Café
10 pm
Queer Artist Community Orientation
Chouinard Hall, Mom’s Cafe
Join the Queer Artists Community (QAC) for our annual new student meeting. We will be discussing our current activities and presence at CalArts, setting a space to meet fellow queer artists, discuss upcoming events, as well as responding to any of your questions and comments. As queer people we get to choose our families and we hope you can join ours! Feel welcome to come to a safe space* to think and speak freely as well as be connected to other LGBTQ+ people starting the 2016-17 school year.
Maps
*A space occupied and facilitated by your fellow queer members and leaders Noga Yechieli and Angelo Rodarte.
Dance
9 pm
Film/Video
Required for all new and transfer students. One of CalArts’ greatest strengths is the diversity of voices, perspectives, and opinions within our dynamic and global community. Artists and other creative thinkers will share their experiences with difference (including struggles and successes) and discuss ways in which collaborating with others enhanced not only their humanity, but their art, as well.
Critical Studies
Art
Main Building, Main Gallery
Music
Community Gathering: Collaborating with Others in a Diverse and Global CalArts
Theater
8 pm 9:30 pm
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 9 am noon
Course Advising Day and Late Registration
Main Building, Main Gallery
Any student whose last name starts with letters L-Z and who needs an instructor’s signature, or who would like to discuss course selection with faculty, or who has not yet registered for Fall 2016 classes may do so at this time.
1:30 pm 4:30 pm
Course Advising Day and Late Registration
Main Building, Main Gallery
Any student whose last name starts with letters A-K and who needs an instructor’s signature, or who would like to discuss course selection with faculty, or who has not yet registered for Fall 2016 classes may do so at this time.
8 pm
The Black Artist Collective Speakeasy
Coffeehouse Theater
The Black Student Union (The Collective) is a multidisciplinary organization striving to establish spaces for CalArts artists to present and preserve Black and African American cultural expression. Come out and join The Collective for its Speakeasy, an open mic event full of poetry, music and spoken word.
9 pm
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Mom’s Café Open
Chouinard Hall, Mom’s Café
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Maps
Theater
Music
Film/Video
Dance
Critical Studies
Art
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 9 am 10 am
International Student Orientation: Transition and Cultural Awareness
Main Building, Langley Hall
Required for all new international students, please bring your passport and I-20 form.
10 am
Morning Meditation
Main Building, A200 (Dance Studio)
No experience necessary. Be sure to bring a pillow and a blanket or large towel.
10 am noon
My City, My Town Shuttle
Main Building, Parking Lot 1 (Big Blue Wall)
Need to run some errands around town and don’t know where to go? Orientation Leaders will be providing van runs and tours around Santa Clarita to get you better acquainted with your new home. Vans will be leaving at 10 am and 11 am.
10 am 11 am
Library Orientation – Including its Computer Lab
Main Building, Library
New BFA Students with Last Names beginning with letters A-K
10 am 4 pm
Student Accommodation Requests
Main Building, A207 (Student Affairs Office)
This is an opportunity to stop by Student Affairs and make an appointment to meet with our Student Advocate, MariaVictoria Perez, for inquiry or to request accommodations.
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Library Orientation – Including its Computer Lab
Main Building, Library Art
11 am noon
Pop by the Patty Disney Center for Life and Work to find out where Career Services is located and how it can help you. Meet the Career Services staff, pick up some resources, and introduce yourself!
The Herb Alpert School of Music New Student Information Session
Main Building, B302 (Roy O. Disney Concert Hall)
Required for all new students in The Herb Alpert School of Music
1 pm 5 pm
My City, My Town Shuttle
Main Building, Parking Lot 1 (Big Blue Wall)
Need to run some errands around town and don’t know where to go? Orientation Leaders will be providing van runs and tours around Santa Clarita to get you better acquainted with your new home. Vans will be leaving at 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm and 4 pm.
Library Orientation (New MFA Students in School of Film/Video Programs)
Main Building, Library
Maps
1 pm 1:30 pm
Film/Video
noon 1 p.m
Dance
Generator Building, G202
Music
Career Services Meet & Greet
Theater
11 am 1 pm
Critical Studies
New BFA Students with Last Names beginning with letters L-Z
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 1-2pm
New Student Work Study Information Session
Main Building, Langley Hall
Required for any student with work-study. Looking for a job on campus? This session will be very helpful on finding jobs on campus as well as learning more about Federal Work Study.
1:30 pm 2 pm
Library Orientation (New MFA Students in School of Art and IM)
Main Building, Library
2pm 2:30 pm
Library Orientation (New MFA Students in Creative Writing, Aesthetics and Politics)
Main Building, Library
2:30 pm 3 pm
Library Orientation (New MFA Students in The Sharon Disney Lund School of Dance)
Main Building, Library
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Library Orientation (New MFA and DMA Students in The Herb Alpert School of Music)
Main Building, Library
3:30 pm 4 pm
Library Orientation (New MFA Students in the School of Theater)
Main Buildi ng, Library
6 pm
Students’ Union BBQ and Pool Party
Chouinard Hall, Pool
Mom’s Café Open
Chouinard Hall, Mom’s Café
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Dance Maps
Theater
Music
9 pm
Film/Video
Come get some sun, swim, and hang out poolside to enjoy some grilled food (carnivores and herbivores alike) courtesy of the Students' Union!
Critical Studies
Art
3 pm 3:30 pm
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 9 am 6 pm
School of Theater Auditions
Main Building, E197
These auditions are for all continuing (returning) actors and stage managers.
10 am 2 pm
Design Studio Setup
Main Building, E205 and E209
All Theater Design students – new and continuing – will help set up the Design Studio.
10 am 6 pm
9 pm
Residence Life Activities On-campus residents please refer to your Residence Life activities handbook.
Mom’s Café Open
Chouinard Hall, Mom’s Café
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Mom’s Café Open
Chouinard Hall, Mom’s Café
Art
On-campus residents please refer to your Residence Life activities handbook.
Maps
Theater
Music
Film/Video
Dance
9 pm
Residence Life Fun!
Critical Studies
10 am 10 pm
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
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Film/Video
Dance
Critical Studies
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 10 am 11 am
Integrated Media Orientation (new MFA CIM students)
Main Building, C108
A required one-hour orientation and facilities tour for incoming Center for Integrated Media students.
2 pm 4 pm
School of Art Orientation – Lab Tours All incoming BFA and MFA Art students are invited to participate in an informal and self-guided tour of the various labs available to them: Super Shop, MacLab, Print & Media Lab, Photo & Media Lab, and Video Lab. Lab directors will be available to answer any questions. Go directly to each lab.
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11:30 am 1 pm
School of Art Orientation and Mentoring (New MFA Students)
John Baldessari Studio Building, Classroom
2 pm 4 pm
Mentoring of Continuing Students in Art, Art and Technology, and Photography and Media Programs
Art Students: Main Building, F200 Art and Technology: Main Building, C107 Photography and Media Students: Main Building, E11A
Main Building, Library Theater
Library Orientation (New MFA Students in School of Art and IM)
Maps
1:30 pm 2 pm
Music
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
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John Baldessari Studio Building, Classroom
Art
School of Art Orientation and Mentoring (New BFA Students)
Critical Studies
10 am 11:30 am
Dance
School of Art
Film/Video
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 1 pm 4 pm
New MFA Student Orientation – Writing Program
Butler Building #4 (BB4)
1 pm 4 pm
New MA Student Orientation – Aesthetics and Politics
Main Building, D206
8 pm 10 pm
MFA Writing Program Salon
Butler Building #4 (BB4)
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 3 pm 8 pm
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MFA Creative Writing Program Teaching Assistant Orientation
Butler Building #4 (BB4)
2 pm 2:30 pm
Main Building, Library
Maps
Theater
Music
Film/Video
Dance
Critical Studies
Library Orientation (New MFA Students in Creative Writing, Aesthetics and Politics)
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School of Critical Studies
Art
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 1 pm 4 pm
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The Sharon Disney Lund School of Dance New Student Orientation
Main Building, Sharon Disney Lund Dance Theater, Level 3
2:30 pm 3 pm
Main Building, Library
Maps
Theater
Music
Film/Video
Dance
Critical Studies
Library Orientation (New MFA Students in The Sharon Disney Lund School of Dance)
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The Sharon Disney Lund School of Dance
Art
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 3 pm 4pm
School of Film/Video Computer Lab/Facilities Orientation (New MFA Students in)
Main Building, A109
> Program in Film and Video > Film Directing Program > Experimental Animation Program
Between 3pm 5pm
School of Film/Video Computer Lab/Facilities Orientation (New BFA Students in)
Main Building, A108
From 3 - 4 pm: > Character Animation with Last Names beginning with letters A-K From 4- 5 pm: > Character Animation with Last Names beginning with letters L-Z (New BFA Students in)
Main Building, A109
From 4 - 5 pm: > Program in Film and Video > Experimental Animation
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Main Academic Building, A111
Mandatory for continuing students in the following programs: > Experimental Animation (BFA and MFA) > Program in Film and Video (BFA and MFA) > Film Directing (MFA)
School of Film/Video Facilities Tours
Main Building, E204 (Film/Video Office)
(1 hour each) All incoming BFA and MFA Film/Video students are invited to participate in one of two hour-long tours of CalArts facilities. Each tour will start on the hour – 10 - 11 am for MFAs and BFAs (A-K) 11 am - noon for MFAs and BFAs (L-Z)
School of Film/Video New Student Orientation
Main Building, Bijou Theater Music
2 pm 5 pm
Dance
10 am noon
Film/Video
School of Film/Video Facilities Orientation (for continuing students)
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9:30 am 11 am
Art
School of Film/Video
Critical Studies
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
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Library Orientation (New MFA Students in School of Film/Video Programs)
Main Building, Library
Maps
1 pm 1:30 pm
Theater
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 10 am noon
Music Theory Placement Exam
Undergraduate (BFA) students: Main Building, B302 (Roy O. Disney Concert Hall) Graduate (MFA) students: Wild Beast Pavilion
Required for all new undergraduate and graduate students in The Herb Alpert School of Music. Please go to your respective testing area as listed above. No make-up exams will be offered. Music Office Check-In: As soon as you finish the theory placement exam, go to B322 (Music Office) to request lessons, keys, lockers, etc.
1 pm 5 pm
The Herb Alpert School of Music Transfer Student Meetings
Main Building, B322 (Music Office)
Transfer students in the School of Music are required to meet with the School dean. Assigned appointment times have already been sent to new transfer students. Please arrive as scheduled.
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Graduate (MFA) students: Main Building, B302 (Roy O. Disney Concert Hall) This skills placement exam is required for all new undergraduate and graduate students in the School of Music who did not place into Fundamental Musicianship (MTHY-001) on the Music Theory Placement Exam (which was administered the day before). Please go to your respective testing area as listed above. No make-up exams will be offered.
noon 1 pm
Music Keyboard Diagnostic Exam
Undergraduate (BFA) students: Main Building, B318 Graduate (MFA) students: Main Building, B302 (Roy O. Disney Concert Hall)
The Herb Alpert School of Music New Student Orientation
Main Building, B302 (Roy O. Disney Concert Hall)
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Theater
3 pm 4:50 pm
Critical Studies
Undergraduate (BFA) students: Main Building, B318
Musicianship Skills Placement Exam
Dance
10 am 1 pm
Film/Video
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 5 pm 7 pm
The Herb Alpert School of Music Welcome and Faculty Recital
Wild Beast Pavilion
All new undergraduate and graduate School of Music students will have the opportunity to meet faculty and listen to them perform. A reception will follow immediately following the performance, upstairs in the ROD foyer.
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3 pm 3:30 pm
Main Building, Library
Maps
Theater
Music
Film/Video
Dance
Critical Studies
Library Orientation (New MFA and DMA Students in The Herb Alpert School of Music)
Master Schedule
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 1 pm 4 pm
School of Theater New Student Orientation and Mentoring
Main Building, MOD Theater
4 pm 7 pm
School of Theater All School Meeting
Main Building, MOD Theater Reception following at Main Building, Tatum Patio
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 3:30 pm 4 pm
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Library Orientation (New MFA Students in Theater)
Main Building, Library
9 am 6 pm
Main Building, E197
School of Theater Auditions
Master Schedule
School of Theater
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
10 am 2 pm
Design Studio Setup
Main Building, E205 and E209
Critical Studies
These auditions are for all continuing (returning) actors and stage managers.
Maps
Theater
Music
Film/Video
Dance
All Theater Design students – new and continuing – will help set up the Design Studio.
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Maps
Theater
Music
Film/Video
Dance
Critical Studies
Art
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Campus Maps
FACILITIES AND OFFICES Main Academic Building
Accounting Office (Level 2) Bijou Theater (Level 2) Café @ CalArts (Level 3) Café A and B (Level 3) CalArts Store (Level 2) Campus Safety (Level 1) Coffeehouse Theater (Level 2) Financial Aid (Level 3) Health Services (Level 2) Information Technology (IT) /Help Desk (Level 2) Langley Hall and Patio (Level 3) Library (Level 2) Mac Lab (Level 1) Mail Room (Level 1) Main Gallery (Level 3) Modular (MOD) Theater and Lobby (Level 1) Photo Lab (Sublevel) Print Lab (Level 1) Registrar (Level 3) Roy O. Disney Concert (ROD) Hall (Level 3) Sharon Disney Lund Dance Theater (Level 3) Student Affairs (Level 2) Super Shop (Level 2) Tatum Lounge (Level 2) Video Lab (Sublevel)
Adjacent Buildings
Butler Buildings Center for Life + Work John Baldessari Art Studios The Wild Beast Music Pavilion
On-Campus Residences
Ahmanson Hall Chouinard Hall
Accessibility
CalArts is committed to supporting those with disabilities. Please call 661-253-7874 if you have a documented disability that requires accommodation for participation in any event.
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CAMPUS GROUNDS
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Center for Life + Work
McBean Parkway
John Baldessari Studios
Butler Buildings BB4
Main Building Hippie Hill
Chouinard Hall
Main Entrance
Maps
Soccer Field
Theater
Music
The Wild Beast Music Pavilion
Film/Video
Ahmanson Hall
Dance
Critical Studies
am Tourn
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MAIN BUILDING LEVEL 3
Café B Café @ CalArts Café A
Langley Hall and Patio
Main Gallery Sharon Disney Lund Dance Theater B322
Roy O. Disney Concert Hall
B318
MOD Lobby and Theater Box Office
Financial Aid Office Registrar’s Office
The Wild Beast Music Pavilion Main Entrance
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Art
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MAIN BUILDING LEVEL 2
CalArts Store
Center for Life + Work
Health Services Students’ D206 Union
Dance
Super Shop
Theater
Critical Studies
Tatum Lounge
Library Information Technology (IT)
E204 E205 E209
Maps
Theater
Music
F200
Film/Video
Bijou A216 Theater Student
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MAIN BUILDING LEVEL 1
John Baldessari Studios
C108
C105 C107 Mailroom
A111 MacLab
A108 A109
Campus Safety
Down to SubLevel
E197
Print Lab
The Wild Beast Music Pavilion to Main Entrance (Level Three)
MAIN BUILDING SUBLEVEL Photo Lab Up to Level 1
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E11A
Video Lab
BB4
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Film/Video Section 504/ADA: Maria Victoria-Perez Assistant Dean of Student Affairs Director of Student Success, Office of Student Affairs (661) 253-7892, m-vperez@calarts.edu
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CalArts non-discrimination policies: Eva Graham Institute Diversity Officer Title IX Coordinator, Office of the Provost (661) 222-2785, evagraham@calarts.edu
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