THE 3RD ANNUAL ARTS EXPO: COLLEGE FAIR OCTOBER 28, 2013 LANSING, MI
the college fair for the student in the fine and performing art
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Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University 17 Fountain St. NW Grand Rapids, MI 49503 800.676.2787 kcad.edu
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Introduce Yourself
WELCOME TO THE ARTS EXPO!
Walk up, shake hands, state your name, tell the recruiter your area of interest and start a conversation! Remember to speak up if it’s crowded or noisy. If there’s a long line, consider visiting a less crowded booth first, then coming back when the group at the first booth is a bit smaller. Make sure you can be heard and get your questions answered!
Ask Questions
This is your chance to learn things about these schools you can’t glean from their websites or brochures. Ask the representatives about their arts programs and your field of study, but also about the campus environment, the mix of students, the surrounding city, the student housing. These people already live and work where you are considering going to school - they are great sources of information about life in and out of class or the studio.
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC AND DANCE Where inspired artistry, creative performance, and personalized attention become one.
Music Audition Dates January 25, 2014
Stay Connected
Register at the front desk to share your contact information with attending colleges and universities. Then take this booklet home and use it to follow up with the schools you met during the expo, or get in touch with those you didn’t get a chance to talk to.
Stay On Track
Use the checklists for Juniors and Seniors on the next page as a guide to help you with your college admisions process. They’re full of reminders to take the necessary steps to promote yourself and your work to colleges and universities anywhere!
February 8, 2014 February 22, 2014 March 15, 2014 April 12, 2014
For information on music major/minor audition requirements, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, and Bachelor of Music Education degrees and applications, go to www.gvsu.edu/music, or call the Department of Music and Dance at
(616) 331-3484.
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BECOME THE ARTIST YOU’RE MEANT TO BE. Superior conservatory training at a world-class research university. Prestigious, resident faculty and exceptional student talent.
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THE COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENT CHECKLIST FOR HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS
OCTOBER
Meet as many college representatives as you can at the ArtsExpo College Fair. Don’t be shy, ask questions! And make sure to pick up a pamphlet, they’re free! Create a college wish list of your top choices. Determine what is important to you. Is geographic location a factor? What do you want to major in? Do they have a good football team? Check out bigfuture.collegeboard.org/getstartedwhere a series of questions can help you get started.
NOVEMBER
Research career paths and colleges online Visit an arts and cultural institution! Volunteer your services at a community organization that interests you. These experiences will help you garner potential influential letters of recommendation and can help you build strong resumes. They may also give you leads on scholarships for which you may be eligible to apply for.
DECEMBER
Use PSAT results to begin to review your range of college choices Meet with your guidance counselor to discuss college options Find out which College Admissions tests are required (SAT, ACT, ACH) for the schools that you’re considering Enjoy your winter break!
JANUARY
Recover from winter break
FEBRUARY
Register and study for the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) Register and study for the American College Test (ACT) and Achievement Test exams (ACH), if necessary Talk to your guidance counselor and family to further research your career field
MARCH
Look into interesting and challenging summer courses, jobs or internships Meet with your guidance counselor and narrow your list of college choices to five or six schools Continue to study for college boards (SAT, ACT, ACH)
APRIL
Take the SAT, take the ACT and ACH if required by your school(s) Request college catalogs and applications from the five or six colleges you’ve selected
MAY
Attend the Michigan Youth Arts Festival on May 8-10, 2013 at WMU in Kalamazoo! Plan your senior school year course and activity schedule Get a summer job Plan a vacation!
JUNE
Arrange for initial college interviews and visits
SUMMER
Keep up the extra-curricular activities and community service work Continue college and scholarship research Visit potential college campuses
FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OCTOBER
Meet as many college representatives as you can at the ArtsExpo College Fair. Don’t be shy, ask questions! And make sure to pick up a pamphlet, they’re free! Complete any Early Decision applications Check with your church, local paper, community organizations or parents’ employer for scholarship opportunities
NOVEMBER
Apply for a Federal Student Aid PIN at: pin.ed.gov Continue to research and apply for grants and scholarships A great free resource is bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search
DECEMBER
Finalize all applications and essays--review these with your guidance counselor, teacher or a parent for accuracy Ask teachers, employers, community leaders for recommendation letters. Be sure to provide them with an addressed/stamped envelope Mail completed applications to colleges
JANUARY
Complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) after the 1st of January online using your PIN at: fafsa.ed.gov Send colleges special talent documentation or information to better your chances of acceptance
FEBRUARY
Ensure that colleges you have applied to received the results of your FAFSA and College Board tests Continue to research and apply for grants and scholarships
MARCH
Watch your mail for college responses Send any new materials to colleges which may help their admissions decision
APRIL
The responses from colleges you applied to should have arrived; make a commitment and choose your school! Write “Thanks, but no thanks” letters to colleges you will not be attending If you are on a waiting list, write a persuasive letter and send any supporting materials you can--ask teachers, coaches, and counselors for assistance Take a moment and celebrate this great accomplishment!
MAY
Attend the Michigan Youth Arts Festival on May 8-10, 2014 at WMU in Kalamazoo! Take the Advance Placement (AP) Exam Talk to your parents about college loan options, if necessary
JUNE - SUMMER
Graduation - Congratulations! If you accept a Federal Work-Study option, it may be your responsibility to find a position. Make sure to make the best out of your summer! Have fun! *Note: The monthly checklists provided are to be used as a resource and reference tool. They do not in any way, shape, or form guarantee admission to a desired academic institution.
EXHIBITORS Albion College Peter Littlefield, Director of Admissions 611 E. Porter St. Albion, MI 49224 517-629-1000 admission@albion.edu albion.edu
Alma College Madeleine Randolet, Admissions Representative 614 W. Superior St. Alma, MI 48801 800-321-ALMA randoletmp@alma.edu alma.edu
Art Academy of Cincinnati Amy Scarpello, Lead Admissions Counselor Chris Hennig, Admissions Representative Admissions Office 1212 Jackson Street Cincinnati, Ohio 95202 513-562-8772 admissions@artacademy.edu artacademy.edu
Baldwin Wallace University Conservatory of Music Anita Evans, Associate Director of Admission 866-BW-MUSIC aevans@bw.edu bw.edu/conservatory bw.edu/apply
Calvin College Audrey Walron , Admissions Counselor 3201 Burton St, SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 616-526-7853 ajw8@calvin.edu calvin.edu
Central Michigan University Communication & Dramatic Arts Jim Hickerson, Marketing & Outreach Coordinator Moore Hall 333 Mt.Pleasant, MI 48859 989-774-3177 cda.cmich.edu jim.hickerson@cmich.edu apply.cmich.edu
Central Michigan University School of Music Mary Beth Minnis, Assistant Director Music Building 162 Mount Pleasant, MI 48859 989-774-3519 989-774-3766 (Fax) minn1m@cmich.edu
Cleveland Institute of Art Jeremy Turkall, Admissions Counselor 11141 East Blvd. Cleveland, Oh 44106 216-421-7418 216-754-3634 (Fax) jturkall@cia.edu cia.edu
College for Creative Studies Sue Enright, Admissions Events Specialist 201 E. Kirby Detroit, MI 48202 senright@collegeforcreativestudies.edu collegeforcreativestudies.edu
Columbia College Chicago Samantha Vittori - Admissions Area Representative 600 S. Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL 60605 312-369-7130 312-369-8428 (Fax) admissions@colum.edu
Successful art futures
start here
If you’re interested in an arts education where you’ll work closely with experienced faculty, and enjoy excellent creative experience opportunities - look no further. Visit our booth and explore the options that await you in one of our terrific programs: • • • • • • • •
Art and Design Theatre, Interpretation & Dance Music Media Design, Production & Technology Music Theatre Broadcast and Cinematic Arts Communication Public Relations
• Journalism
College of Communication and Fine Arts
www.ccfa.cmich.edu
EXHIBITORS Compass College of Cinematic Arts Tom Lowe, Admissions Representative
Grand Valley State Unviersity Department of Music and Dance
41 Sheldon Blvd. SE Grand Rapids, MI 49503 616-988-1000 admissions@compass.edu compass.edu
1 Campus Drive; Music 1300 PAC Allendale, MI 49401 616-331-3484 616-331-3100 (Fax) gvsu.edu/music gvsu.edu/dance
DePauw University School of Music
Interlochen Center for the Arts
Patrick Evans, Associate Director of Music Admission
Jillian Blakkan-Strauss, Enrollment Officer
224 E. Seminary St. Greencastle, IN 46135 800-447-4006 admission@depauw.edu depauw.edu/music
P.O. Box 199 Interlochen, MI 49643 800-681-5912 admission@interlochen.org interlochen.org
Eastern Michigan University Department of Music and Dance
Kendall College of Art and Design Ferris State University
Melissa Takach, Events and Outreach Coordinator 101 N. Alexander Music Building Ypsilanti, MI 48197 734-487-4380 emu.music@emich.edu emich.edu/music emich.edu/musicdance/apply
Finlandia University Travis Hanson, Enrollment Officer 601 Quincy Street Hancock, MI 49930 906-487-7234 906-487-7383 (Fax) travis.hanson@finlandia.edu finlandia.edu
Grand Valley State University Department of Art and Design 1 Campus Drive; 1105 CAC Allendale, MI 49401 616-331-3466 artdept@gvsu.edu | gvsu.edu/art
17 Fountain St. NW Grand Rapids, MI 49503 616-451-2787 kcadadmissions@ferris.edu kcad.edu
Lawrence Technological University Carly Miller, Admissions Counselor 21000 W. Ten Mile Rd. Southfield, MI 48075 248-204-3183 cmiller1@ltu.edu
Madonna University Ranae Hamama & Chuck Derry 36600 Schoolcraft Livonia, MI 48154 rjhamama@madonna.edu madonna.edu
School of Music Central Michigan University
2013–2014 Music Major Auditions November 15 • January 25 • February 14 • February 15 • March 22
For information and audition requirements CMU School of Music – (989) 774-3281 CMU Admissions – (989) 774-3076 musicadmit@cmich.edu
www.music.cmich.edu
CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity within its community (see www.cmich.edu/aaeo).
CMUSchoolofMusic
@CMUMusicSchool
In September 2013, Dwight Rhoden, co-artistic director of Complexions Contemporary Ballet, set one of his company’s repertoire pieces, “Hissy Fits,” on a group of Wayne State dance majors. These student dancers will perform with Complexions’ professional dancers on the Joyce Theatre stage in New York City as part of Complexions’ gala concert this November.
Dance Photo: Scott Lipiec
Theatre Music Art Media Arts and Studies
“This is a dream come true and an experience that will be life changing. Working with Dwight Rhoden pushes my body, mind and soul to new heights and the opportunity to perform with Complexions representing Wayne State University is an honor. I feel blessed.” Shauna Cook, sophomore dance major, pictured here with senior dance major James Vessell
Earn your degree at Michigan’s only urban research university. Wayne State University’s College of Fine, Performing and Communication Arts, CFPCA, is in the heart of Detroit’s midtown cultural center. It’s advantageous for students who have performance and exhibition opportunities with world-class ensembles and venues as well as internships with major media and national broadcast network affiliates.
www.cfpca.wayne.edu AIM HIGHER
EXHIBITORS Marygrove College
Olivet College
Jonathan Cash
Jeremy Duby, Director of Bands
8425 W. McNichols Detroit, MI 48221 313-927-1200 marygrove.edu
320 S. Main St. Olivet, MI 49076 269-456-7158 269-749-6607 (Fax) jduby@olivetcollege.edu olivetcollege.edu
Michigan State University Art | Art History | Design Britta Urness 600 Auditorium Road 113 Kresge Art Center East Lansing, MI 48824 art@msu.edu art.msu.edu
Michigan State University College of Music Grimaldo Robles, Assistant Director of Admissions 333 W. Circle Dr. East Lansing, MI 48824 517-355-2140 admissions@music.msu.edu music.msu.edu
Michigan State University Residential College in the Arts & Humanities Lizzy King, Recruitment Coordinator lizzy@msu.edu 517-355-0210 rcah.msu.edu
Oakland University Music, Theatre & Dance 2200 North Squirrel Rd. Rochester, MI 48309 248-370-2030 mtd@oakland.edu oakland.edu/mtd
Rochester College Julayne Hughes, Joe Bentley & August Thomas 800 W. Avon Rd. Rochester Hills, MI 48307 music@rc.edu rc.edu/music
Rutgers University Mason Gross School of the Arts 65 Davidson Rd. Suite 202 Piscataway, NJ 08854-8097 admissions@masongross.rutgers.edu masongross.rutgers.edu
Saginaw Valley State University Theatre Department David Rzeszutek & Genesis Garza 7400 Bay Road, C184 University Center, MI 48710 drzesut@svsu.edu svsu.edu/theatre
School of the Art Institute of Chicago Alexander Zak, Assistant Director 36 S Wabash Ave, Suite 1201 Chicago IL 60603 312-629-6100 800-232-7242 admiss@saic.edu saic.edu/ug
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Set the stage for a brilliant career. Aquinas College can help you get there.
Theatre. Step into the spotlight of our $7 million Performing Arts Center. Majors including Theatre, Theatre/Business, and Communication with a Theatre emphasis will prepare you for the role of your life. Music. Pursue your musical passion in programs such as Instrumental and Choral Supervision, Music Education, Liturgical Music, and Voice. Showcase your talent in an array of vocal and instrumental groups, including College Band, Jazz Ensemble, and the Chamber Choir. Art. Find your artistic inspiration. Aquinas’ 107 acres of natural beauty will engage your imagination as you study Fine Arts, Art History, or Visual Arts Administration. Creative Writing. Explore the art of the written word. Discover your voice in Aquinas’ writing program. Expand your literary perspective with renowned authors and poets such as Michael Ondaatje and Seamus Heaney in our annual Contemporary Writers Series.
Grand Rapids, Michigan | (800) 678-9593 or (616) 632-2900 | www.aquinas.edu
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Entrance and Scholarship Auditions Fe br u ar y 1 5 , 2 0 1 4 Marc h 8 , 2 0 1 4 Marc h 2 2 , 2 0 1 4
Workshops
ages range from 12-adult
Single Reeds Day November 16, 2013 Percussion Day January 11, 2014 Strings Day January 19, 2014 Voice Day February 1, 2014 Piano Day February 2, 2014 Dance Day March 9, 2014 Brass Day May 17, 2014 Summer Theatre Arts Workshop June 16-20, 2014 Jazz Workshop June 21-22, 2014 featuring Regina Carter and the OU Jazz Quartet
OU Summer Strings Camp June 23-27, 2014 Piano Camp June 23-27, 2014 Great Lakes Dance Festival July 7-18, 2014 Music Theory Boot Camp July 14-18, 2014 For specifics on each workshop, v isit oak land.e du/mtdoutreach.
Oakland University Music|Theatre|Dance facebook.com/OU.MTD | oakland.edu/MTD | (248) 370-2030 | twitter.com/OUMTD
EXHIBITORS Siena Heights University
University of Western Ontario Don Wright Faculty of Music
Beth Hale - Admissions Representative
Sasha Gorbasew, Student Recruitment Coordinator
1247 E. Siena Heights Dr. Adrian, MI 49221 517-264-7180 517-264-7745 (Fax) sienaheights.edu
1151 Richmond St. London, Ontario, Canada N6A 3K7 519-661-2111 ext. 80532 519-661-3531 (Fax) agorbase@uwo.ca music.uwo.ca
The Art Institutes
Wayne State University
Lisa Conley, High School Representative 4340 W. Roundhouse Rd. #6 Swartz Creek, MI 48473 lconley@aii.edu
Trinity International University Melody Velleuer, Department of Music Coordinator 2065 Half Day Rd. Deerfield, IL 60015 847-712-6754 music@tiu.edu mvelleue@tiu.edu tiu.edu/music
University of Detroit Mercy Theatre Company Melinda Pacha Reno 43 4001 W. McNichols Rd. Detroit, MI 48221 grobisgj@udmercy.edu 313-993-3273
University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance Trisha Fountain, Assistant Director for Admissions 1100 Baits Dr. Ann Arbor, MI 48109 734-764-0593 music.umich.edu smtd.admissions@umich.edu
COLLEGE OF FINE, PERFORMING & COMMUNICATION ARTS Lezlie Hart, Associate Director of Student Services 5104 Gullen Hall Detroit, MI 48202 313-577-5337 313-577-5355 (Fax) l.hart@wayne.edu cfpca.wayne.edu
Western Michigan University Frostic School of Art Megan Martin, Advisor 1903 W. Michigan Ave Kalamazoo, MI 49008 269-387-2437 269-387-2477 (Fax) megan.martin@wmich.edu wmich.edu/art
Western Michigan University School of Music Kevin West, Director of Concerts 1903 W Michigan Ave Kalamazoo MI 49008-5434 USA Phone: (269) 387-4667
Grand Valley State University Theatre & Communications Dr. Roger Ellis 290 Lake Superior Hall Allendale, MI 49401 616-331-3485 ellisr@gvsu.edu
PROGRAMS OFFERED Bachelor of Music in Performance Music Education Music History Music Theory & Composition Bachelor of Arts in Music Music Administrative Studies Popular Music Music Performance Diploma Certificate in Piano Technology Collaborative Program in Music Recording Arts Graduate Programs MMus in Composition MMus in Literature & Performance MMus in Music Education MMus in Music Education SUMMERS ONLY MA in Music Theory MA in Musicology MA in Popular Music and Culture PhD in Music DMA
London . Ontario . Canada
Call 519-661-2111, ext. 80532 or agorbase@uwo.ca. Visit www.music.uwo.ca.
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ARTISTS, VISIONARIES, ARCHITECTS, ANd REbElS. lawrence Tech’s College of Architecture and design isn’t for just anyone. We want the restless thinkers, innovators, and artists who will create the designs, games, and communities of tomorrow. If you believe that everything is possible, and that possible is everything, we want you at lTU. Explore your possibilities at Blue and White Campus Visit Days. learn more and RSVP at LTU.edu/visit. Ready to apply? Get started at LTU.edu/applyfree.
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Lawrence Technological University│21000 West Ten Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48075-1058│800.225.5588│www.LTU.edu
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ARTS & HUMANITIES LIVE YOUR LEARNING Find us online at rcah.msu.edu
The Residential College in the Arts and Humanities at Michigan State University is an innovative, residential, four-year degree program designed for students interested in the liberal arts who want to combine a small-college experience with the resources and opportunities available at a research university.
About Michigan Youth Arts Michigan Youth Arts is a statewide association that serves as an alliance of arts education organizations across artistic disciplines: creative writing, dance, instrumental music, media arts, music composition, theatre, visual arts, and vocal music. The strength of our combined efforts enables us to produce excellent educational opportunities for students, and to advocate for best practices in, and equal access to, arts education throughout Michigan.
What We Do Michigan Youth Arts Festival The only state-wide, multidisciplinary, high school arts festival in the nation; a showcase for arts education best practices; a celebration of the artistic excellence of Michigan’s young artists; a gathering of leaders in arts education, and a forum for recognizing superb arts educators - the Festival is a Michigan tradition celebrating its 52nd anniversary. For complete information and application guidelines, visit michiganyoutharts.org. Arts Expo College Fair Bringing together over 40 college and university arts programs from across the nation, the Arts Expo provides high school students the opportunity to explore higher education opportunities in the arts. RSVP for your school group and see a list of attending colleges at michiganyoutharts.org. Arts Expo Grantmaking
Administration & Fundraising
Advocacy Michigan Youth Arts Festival
Arts Education Advocacy The Michigan Youth Arts Leadership Roundtable and the annual Policy Forum bring together representatives from arts education associations and government agencies, to craft policy initiatives and generate dialogue to shape arts education policy and practice in Michigan. The annual Touchstone Awards are bestowed annually on arts educators who exemplify best-practices in arts education, have a record of advocacy for arts programs, and a continued commitment to artistic excellence. The 2011/2012 Michigan Arts Education Survey conducted in partnership with the Michigan Department of Education, the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, and ArtServe Michigan, was the first Michigan study to include information about the status of arts education at the school building level, and examine the depth and breadth of student learning in the visual and performing arts. Data identified blue ribbon schools in the arts, and provided a framework for advocacy efforts to ensure access to quality arts education throughout the state. Visit our arts education resource page or subscribe to our monthly newsletter at michiganyoutharts.org. Grantmaking Beginning in the 2013-14 school year, Michigan Youth Arts will provide arts-related bus and field trip grants to Michigan schools. For information and application guidelines visit us at michiganyoutharts.org.
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FROSTIC SCHOOL OF ART
Ryan Mason, Temporary Permanence, Wood, 2012. Created on-site at the Kalamazoo Nature Center in Art and the Earth, a course taught by Professor Bill Davis.
Bachelor of Arts in Art Art History Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Education Graphic Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts with emphasis in Ceramics Metals/Jewelry Painting Photography & Intermedia Printmaking Sculpture
Master of Arts in Art Education Online
We invite you to tour our facilities and meet our students, faculty and staff. Contact Art Advising: 269-387-2440
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