Parsons/The New School Student Handbook by Monroe&Co. Design/Direction

BAFA STUDENT HANDBOOK 2009–2010

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Sample Plans of Study

Course Load 6 Change in Student Status 6 Change in Degree Status 6 Attendance 7 University Lecture Courses 7 Graduation 7

Parsons The New School for Design – Foundation – Architecture – Communication Design – Design and Technology – Fashion Design – Fine Arts – Illustration – Integrated Design – Interior Design – Photography – Product Design The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music – Instrumental Focus – Vocal Focus

An Overview

Academic Status

Welcome 4 The Basics 4 Requirements 5

First Year 9 Second, Third, and Fourth Years 9 Fifth Year 10 Requirements by Lang Major 11 or Path of Study – The Arts 11 – Culture and Media 12 – Economics 13 – Education Studies 13 – Environmental Studies 14 – History 15 – Interdisciplinary Science 15 – International Studies 15 – Liberal Arts 16 – Literary Studies 16 – Philosophy 17 – Psychology 17 – Religious Studies 17 – Social Inquiry 18 – Urban Studies 18 Internships 19 Independent Study 20 Summer Study 20 Study at Another University 21 Residency 22 Transfer Credit 22

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Satisfactory Academic Progress 37 Mid-Semester 37 Code of Conduct 37

Support 38 Office of Dual Degree and Joint Programs 38 Mental Health 38 After-Hours Nurse 38 Writing and Math 38 Jazz Studio Tutors 39 Student Affairs 39

Registration 39 Campus Map 43 Important Notice: The information published herein represents the plans of The New School at the time of publication. The University reserves the right to change without notice any matter contained in this publication including but not limited to tuition, fees, policies, degree programs, names of programs, course offerings, academic activities, academic requirements, facilities, faculty, and administrators. Payment of tuition for or attendance in any classes shall constitute a student’s acceptance of the administration’s rights as set forth in this notice.

WELCOME THE BASICS BA/BFA (aka BAFA) students are some of the hardest working students at The New School. Using the resources of Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts, Parsons The New School for Design, and The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music, BAFA students have a unique educational experience that combines music or the applied arts and design with a liberal arts education. This handbook is updated yearly and is designed as a supplement to divisional and departmental handbooks to help guide BAFA students through the specifics of their academic programs. This handbook is by no means meant to substitute for the other handbooks that students receive. Students will receive periodic updates and information via Groupwise email. Specific information is also available through individual school and university websites. The New School www.newschool.edu

The BAFA program at The New School is a five-year dual degree program that culminates in a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from Eugene Lang College and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree from either Parsons The New School for Design or The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music. Of the 180 total credits required for the dual degree, 90 credits are earned in the liberal arts and 90 credits are earned in studio-based courses. To help with academic planning and meeting the requirements of each school, students in the BAFA program have a faculty advisor at Lang and either a departmental advisor at Parsons or an academic administrator at Jazz. Additionally, there are BAFA point people in each school who are well versed in the program and who can work with students having problems at either school, or with the BAFA program in general. Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts

www.newschool.edu/lang

Jonathon White, Assistant Dean of Students 64 West 11th Street, room 120 212.229.5100 x2282 whitej@newschool.edu

Parsons The New School for Design

www.parsons.newschool.edu (general information) students.parsons.edu (specific information for continuing students)

Juli Parker, Assistant Dean of Advising 2 West 13th Street, room 506 212.229.5855 parkerj@newschool.edu

The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music

www.newschool.edu/jazz

Dan Greenblatt, Director of Academic Affairs 55 West 13th Street, fifth floor 212.229.5896 x4577 greenbld@newschool.edu

Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts

REQUIREMENTS

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order to earn a BA students must: Earn 90 Liberal Arts credits Complete First Year Writing Declare and Complete a Major or Path of Study –– Complete a Senior Capstone Seminar or Project (four credits) Parsons The New School for Design In order to earn a BFA students must: –– Earn 90 Studio Credits: 24 First Year Credits 66 Program Credits –– Declare a Program (for students entering through Foundation) –– Participate in a Senior Show –– Earn 12 Credits of Art and Design History, including one History course in their design field (these courses apply as liberal arts credits) The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music In order to earn a BFA students must: –– Earn 90 Studio Credits –– Complete or test out of the following Areas: Theory Theory and Performance (Improvisation) Ear Training Piano Rhythmic Analysis Instrumental Proficiency Sight-Reading –– Complete and Pass a Sophomore Jury –– Complete and Pass a Senior Recital It is suggested (although not required) that Jazz BAFA students take up to six credits of Jazz History and up to six credits of other music history such as Classical Music History and World Music History. (These courses apply as liberal arts credits.)

Course Load In order to earn the required total of 180 credits within five years, BAFA students should register for an average of 18 credits per semester. Students with a significant amount of transfer credits may be able to take fewer credits, but must be registered full-time (12–21 credits) in order to qualify for financial aid, except in the summer or final semester of their degree program.

Change in Student Status To become a part-time student, students must receive permission from the Eugene Lang College Assistant Dean of Students and either the Parsons Program Director or the Director of Admission at Jazz. Students receiving financial aid should speak to a financial aid counselor to see if their aid will be affected by changes in their student status.

Change in Degree Status If a matriculated BA or BFA student wishes to enter the BAFA program, he or she should visit the Admission Office of the school offering the degree that is to be added. Since admission criteria vary, the student may need to supply the same materials and information (such as auditions or portfolios) as an external candidate. Interested students can find the application for internal candidates at www. newschool.edu/babfa under “Information for Current Students.” BAFA students who wish to change to a single BA or BFA degree program must submit a Change of Degree Status Form (available through each school’s contact person indicated on page 4), with all appropriate signatures, to Adrienne Marcus, 66 West 12th Street, room 608.

Attendance Attendance is mandatory at Lang, Parsons, and Jazz. Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts The Lang Catalog states, “Students are expected to attend classes regularly and promptly. For classes that meet twice a week, more than three absences from the class during the semester will result in a failing final grade. For courses that meet once a week, more than two absences will result in a failing final grade. If a student is more than ten minutes late to a class, this could count as an absence. The course instructor may set stricter guidelines for a particular course. Participation is key to seminar pedagogy, and this policy should not be seen as condoning absences.” Parsons The New School for Design According to the Parsons Catalog, faculty members may fail any student who is absent for a significant portion of class time. A significant portion of class time is defined as three absences for classes that meet once per week and four absences for classes that meet two or more times per week. During intensive summer sessions a significant portion of class time is defined as two absences. Lateness or early departure from class may also count as one full absence. Students may be asked to withdraw from a course if their habitual absenteeism or tardiness has a negative impact on the class environment. Students who must miss a class session should notify their instructor and arrange to make up any missed work as soon as possible. The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music According to the Jazz Catalog, “Full participation in the studio and classroom experience is essential to the educational process. Students are expected to attend

classes regularly and promptly. Faculty members may fail any student who is absent for more than 20% of class time, whether or not the absences are excused. Students must immediately inform the Director of Academic Affairs of a potentially lengthy absence and must explain the extenuating circumstances in writing. Students must receive advance approval for the absence in order to ensure successful completion of the course. A Leave of Absence or Withdrawal from Program will be recommended if the absence would compromise the student’s ability to meet course requirements and standards.” At Jazz, excused absences can include professional performances (“gigs”).

University Lecture Courses (ULEC) Beginning fall 2008, BAFA students who spend at least four semesters in the BAFA program are waived from the requirement to complete two University Lecture courses.

Graduation BAFA students must file a SEPARATE Petition to Graduate for EACH DEGREE with the Registrar’s Office 72 Fifth Avenue, lower level. Even if BAFA students complete all requirements in one of their two degrees before the other, they must graduate with both degrees in the same semester. The deadline to file the Petition to Graduate is indicated below. For January Graduation: OCTOBER 1 After October 1, there is a $20 late fee; and after November 1, there is a $50 late fee. The Final Deadline to Petition to Graduate in January is November 15. For May Graduation: FEBRUARY 15 After February 15, there is a $20 late fee; and after March 15, there is a $50 late fee. The Final Deadline to Petition to Graduate in May is March 30.

AN OVERVIEW

First Year Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts BAFA students are required to take writing courses in their first year. All Parsons BAFA students are required to take both semesters of First Year Writing (Writing the Essay 1 & 2) at Lang in their first year; and all Jazz BAFA students are required to complete one semester of First Year Writing (Writing the Essay 1 or 2) at Lang in either the fall or spring semester. Substitutions are only considered for students in special programs such as Chase Scholars. All BAFA students are also invited to register in a First Year Workshop, designed to facilitate the transition to college, but please note that this workshop is optional. Parsons The New School for Design Because of the interdependent nature of First Year Studio courses, the typical schedule for a first-year BAFA student consists primarily of studio courses. Most students earn 24 credits of studio and 8–14 liberal arts credits their first year, comprised of approximately five studio courses and two liberal arts courses per semester, typically writing and art history. The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music New students are tested during orientation week in ear training, theory, theory and performance, piano (for non-pianists), sight-reading, and rhythm. Placement in classes is contingent on the results of these evaluations. Most first year students take 12 studio credits at Jazz and 6–8 liberal arts credits per semester, typically writing and music history.

Second, Third, and Fourth Years Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts Depending on the number of Lang courses they have taken, BAFA students select a major or path of study sometime between the fourth and sixth semester. There are ten majors and four interdisciplinary paths of study: The Arts (Concentrations: Arts in Context, Dance, Music, Theater, Visual Art); Culture and Media; Economics; Education Studies; Environmental Studies; History; Interdisciplinary Science; International Studies; Liberal Arts; Literary Studies (Concentrations: Literature, Writing); Philosophy; Psychology; Religious Studies; Social Inquiry; and Urban Studies. BAFA students generally cannot choose to study Dance since they will be unable to earn enough liberal arts credits while meeting Dance studio and performance requirements. The Theater concentration also has required credits in performance, so BAFA students should consult with an advisor to ensure that they will earn enough liberal arts credits if they are interested in this concentration. Each major and most paths of study consist of between 12–14 courses and a senior capstone requirement, as outlined below in Requirements by Major or Path of Study. Students develop, in consultation with their faculty advisor, a path of study that fulfills the requirements in their declared area and satisfies their academic interests. The chair for each department makes the final decision about what courses can fulfill requirements and what exceptions are permissible, including the following: BAFA students can transfer a maximum of 45 credits and may apply up to three courses, with the permission of the chair, to their departmental requirements. Students studying abroad or away may take up to three courses toward their major or path of study at the host institution, subject to preliminary review and final approval upon their return.

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An internship may be counted in some majors or paths of study. Note: internship credits will be counted toward the overall studio credits for the BAFA program. BAFA students may apply up to three courses from other schools toward their major or path of study, if deemed appropriate by the relevant chair. Parsons The New School for Design At Parsons, all students, except those who enter the Design and Technology or Photography departments directly as first year students, must declare a studio major before they begin their second year. The options are: Architecture, Communication Design, Design and Technology, Environmental Studies, Fashion, Fine Arts, Integrated Design Curriculum (IDC), Illustration, Interior Design, Product Design, and Photography. While students may begin the Design and Technology and Photography programs after a first year in Foundation, it is recommended that students interested in these programs enter them directly their first year. The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music Sophomore Juries: All students are juried in the second semester of their sophomore year. BAFA students needing more time to prepare should make arrangements with their academic advisor. Vocalists must prepare 20 songs and instrumentalists ten tunes in a variety of styles for their sophomore jury. All students must pass the jury in order to be allowed to proceed toward graduation.

Fifth Year It may be advisable to stagger senior level requirements by completing one school’s requirements in the eighth or ninth semester and the other school’s requirements in the tenth semester. BAFA students should regularly consult with their advisors in both schools because senior-level work for both the BA and BFA requires advanced planning.

Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts Each Lang student is required to complete a senior capstone requirement; depending on the major or path of study, the capstone may be an individual thesis, a collaborative project, or an advanced seminar. Regardless of its format, the senior capstone provides four liberal arts credits. BAFA students can choose to fulfill this requirement in the spring semester of their fourth year, or the fall or spring semester of their fifth year. Students should complete their senior capstone in their declared major or path of study. In addition to advising students about senior capstone possibilities, chairs (or their designates) help students find appropriate faculty supervisors for independent senior capstone projects. Information about senior work deadlines and guidelines is available on the Lang website www.newschool.edu/lang/subpage.aspx?id=674 Parsons The New School for Design At Parsons, the culmination of studio work is participation in a Senior Show. Communication Design, Fine Arts, and IDC require that students also submit a written thesis. Finally, each department has senior level course requirements. The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music To qualify for graduation, each senior must prepare a senior recital, a minimum one-hour performance that demonstrates an acceptable level of mastery of his or her instrument or chosen field of focus. The recital is basically a “gig,” and therefore is shaped according to the student’s terms. Some students present a single long piece while others do many shorter ones. Students are responsible for gathering the musicians for this performance. Given the nature of the dual degree program, BAFA students should consult with Dan Greenblatt, Director of Academic Affairs, in order to determine the appropriate semester to schedule their senior recital.

Requirements by Lang Major or Path of Study Requirements for all majors and paths of study should be checked against www.newschool.edu/lang/subpage.aspx?id=522 All majors and most paths of study require a senior capstone in addition to minimum grade requirements for courses being applied toward the major or path of study. At Lang, as with most schools at the university, the following numerical system indicates the level at which a course is taught: 2000 Introductory 3000 Intermediate 4000 Advanced 4500 Course cross-listed with a graduate program The Arts (Arts in Context/Music/Theater/Visual Arts) In addition to the senior capstone, completion of the major in The Arts requires 12 courses, distributed as follows: –– Four integrative foundational arts courses: ULEC 2320 Aesthetics: Thinking about the Arts, or chair-approved replacement Three additional Integrative Arts courses, identified by the subject code: LAIC* –– Eight additional courses in one of the five concentrations (detailed within each below) In satisfying these eight courses, students must complete at least: Two introductory courses, Two intermediate courses, Two advanced courses, and Two additional courses at any level *Some Integrative Arts (LAIC) courses also fulfill individual concentration requirements; however a LAIC course used to fulfill the individual concentration requirements cannot also be counted toward one of the four required Integrative Arts courses. Thus, a LAIC course will only be counted once toward the fulfillment of requirements. The Arts: Arts in Context Concentration The Arts in Context concentration is intended for students who wish to create an integrated program situating one of the arts within the context of another academic discipline, such as literature, politics, or sociology. Courses are chosen in consultation with the major faculty advisor. The student must have a written path statement outlining his or her intended curriculum approved. Students in the Arts in Context Concentration must complete: –– Four courses (or any number of courses totaling at least 12 credits) in a fine art (listed below), with at least one of these four courses exploring the history of the artistic discipline in which they are focusing: Music Theater Visual Arts Dance –– Four courses, totaling at least 15 credits, in another major or path of study

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The Arts: Music Concentration Students who wish to undertake music studies in the Arts have two options: the Music concentration and the Arts in Context concentration. Students in the Music Concentration must complete: –– Two courses in Western Music –– Two courses in World or non-Western Music –– Four additional courses chosen from those in the Music concentration The Arts: Theater Concentration Students who wish to undertake theater studies in the Arts have two options: the Theater concentration and the Arts in Context concentration. Students in the Theater Concentration must complete: –– One theory course –– One production course –– Three theater history or dramatic literature courses –– Three theater electives from any of these categories The Arts: Visual Arts Concentration Students who wish to undertake visual art studies in the Arts have two options: the Visual Arts concentration and the Arts in Context concentration. Students in the Visual Arts Concentration must complete: –– Two Core courses: LARS 2208 Skybridge Curatorial Project LARS 3155 Methods of Art History –– Two practice-based Visual Arts courses –– Four courses in Visual Arts, Art History, and/or LAIC courses, as approved by the chair of the Arts Culture and Media In addition to the senior capstone, completion of the major in Culture and Media requires 12 courses, distributed as follows: –– Two integrative foundational courses –– Two Core courses: LCST 2120 Introduction to Cultural Studies LCST 2450 Introduction to Media Studies –– Eight Culture and Media courses, one of which must be a practice-based course (Please note: this course will count toward studio credits.) –– Culture and Media offers four concentrations: Digital Media Cultures Gender, Sexuality, and Media Media Histories and Popular Culture Race, Ethnicity, Transnationalism, and Media Distribution of the eight courses may be completed in one or two ways:

EITHER Students must complete two courses from each of the four concentrations, OR Students must complete five courses from one concentration, and one course from each of the three remaining concentrations The combination of the above eight courses must include: –– Four introductory courses –– Three intermediate courses –– One advanced course Economics In addition to the senior capstone, completion of the major in Economics requires a minimum of 12 courses distributed as follows: –– Two integrative foundational courses –– Two introductory courses: ULEC 2020 Introduction to Macroeconomics ULEC 2030 Introduction to Microeconomics –– Two intermediate courses: LECO 3010 Intermediate Macroeconomics LECO 3823 Intermediate Microeconomics: Models and Methods –– Three additional courses: LECO 3010 Introduction to Econometric Methods and Applications LECO 3100 History of Economic Thought LMTH 3006 Math Tools for Social and Natural Sciences –– Three elective courses in Economics of which at least two must be 3000-level or higher. Or, with departmental permission, up to two courses in related social science fields at equivalent levels Education Studies Beginning in fall 2009, in addition to the senior seminar, completion of the interdisciplinary path of study in Education Studies requires 12 courses, distributed as follows: –– Three Core Courses LEDU 2801 Introduction to Educational Theory or LEDU 2511 Theories of Teaching and Learning or LEDU 2807 History of US Education or LEDU 3009 International Comparative Education –– Two Methods Courses LEDU 2011 Introduction to Ethnographic and Qualitative Research in Education LMTH 2030 Statistics with SPSS –– Seven additional courses, of which at least five must be 3000-level or higher, chosen in consultation with a program advisor.

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Environmental Studies In addition to the senior capstone, completion of the BA major in Environmental Studies requires the successful completion of 14 courses, distributed as described below. The BS degree includes all of the following requirements plus three additional studio courses in ecosystems, urban ecology, and resilience. –– Three introductory courses: Either LURB 2661 Metropolitan Environments or LSTS 2811 Environment and Society or LURB 2058 Urban Environmental Issues PUFN 1500 Lab 1: Urban Ecology and New York City PUFN 1800 Design I: Design Elements and Digital Tools –– Three intermediate courses: LSTS 2815 Introduction to Urban Ecology LURB 3027 Mapping the City PUIC 2040 Studio 1: Mapping –– One Chemistry course: LSTS 2006 Chemistry of Life –– One Advanced Urban Ecology course: LSTS 4815 Ecology II: Urban Ecosystems –– One Environmental Science Laboratory course, chosen from the following: LSTS 2011 Chemistry of the Environment (lab) LSTS 2816 Urban Ecology Lab –– One Quantitative Reasoning course: LSTS 2155 Math Models in Nature –– One Statistics or Calculus course, chosen from the following: LSTS 2525 Statistics with SPSS LSTS 2856 Calculus –– One Economics course, chosen from the following: ULEC 2020 Introduction to Macroeconomics ULEC 2030 Introduction to Microeconomics LECO 3000 Sustainable Globalization LPOL 4502 Political Economy of the Environment PUPD 3036 Economics and Ethics of Sustainable Design –– One Social Science elective, chosen from among the following: LANT 4130 Cultural Politics of Nature LECO 3000 Sustainable Globalization LECO 4502 Political Economy of the Environment LREL 3057 Religions and the Environment LURB 2058 Urban Environmentalism LURB 3810 Planning the Sustainable City LURB 3835 Food in the City: Planning, Design, and Policy LURB 4035 Environmental Policy LURB 4570 Suburbs, Sprawl, and Metropolitan Regionalism NHIS 3475 Environmental History and the Idea of Nature NSOC 3381 Environmental Conflict: Spats, Disputes, and Wars

PUPD 3036 Economics and Ethics of Sustainable Design PUAD 3032 Nature, Culture, and Design PUDM 3370 Ecotopian Design ULEC 2020 Introduction to Macroeconomics ULEC 2030 Introduction to Microeconomics –– Pre-thesis preparation course History In addition to the senior capstone, completion of the major in History requires 12 courses, distributed as follows: –– Two integrative foundational courses –– Two introductory history courses (1000- or 2000-level), chosen in consultation with the chair or an advisor within the History program –– Five history courses, of which Four must be 3000-level of higher Three should be in a thematic cluster (e.g. gender or U.S. history) –– Three thematically related courses other than History chosen in consultation with the chair or an advisor within the History program Interdisciplinary Science In addition to the senior capstone, completion of the major in Interdisciplinary Science requires 12 courses, distributed as follows: –– One integrative foundational course LSTS 2661 Energy and Sustainability –– Two Core courses LSTS 2155 Mathematical Models in Nature LSTS 3009 Methods of Scientific Inquiry –– Five Additional courses, distributed as follows: One additional math course One Lecture-Laboratory Course Three Foundation Courses, from at least two of the following disciplines: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. Choice of course depends on the particular concentration chosen –– Four electives, two of which must be intermediate or advanced courses, at least one of which is outside the discipline Students are encouraged to choose one of the following areas of focus: Science and the Culture of Health, Science and the Environment, or the History and Philosophy of Science. International Studies To learn more about earning a BA in International Studies, please contact the Eugene Lang College Academic Advising Office.

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Liberal Arts The self-designed major in Liberal Arts requires completion of a minimum of 12 courses and the senior capstone. Students must also prepare and receive approval of a path statement. The path statement must include: –– Answers to the following questions: What are you interested in studying? What are the student’s intellectual or personal reasons for choosing this path of study? Which faculty members are most relevant to the path of study? –– Name of proposed path of study –– Description of path of study and rationale explaining why it cannot be accomplished within an existing major –– Curriculum: List of courses supporting path of study –– Letter from faculty advisor assessing proposal’s feasibility Literary Studies (Literature/Writing) In addition to the senior capstone, completion of the interdisciplinary major in Literary Studies requires 12 courses, distributed as follows: –– Two Literary Foundations courses: LLST 2001 Literary Foundations 1 LLST 2002 Literary Foundations 2 –– One single-text or single-author course –– One approaches to literary studies course –– Eight additional courses in one of two concentrations, Literature or Writing: Literature concentration: –– One course with an emphasis in literary theory –– One course in poetry –– One course in drama –– One Reading for Writers course –– Four additional literature courses, one of which may be in another discipline, such as Philosophy or Psychology, if approved by the Undergraduate Director. Advanced level foreign language courses in which literature is studied may also count toward this requirement. Writing concentration: –– Five writing workshops: Three sequenced courses in a primary genre Two sequenced courses in a secondary genre –– One Reading for Writers Course (LLST) –– Two Literature courses, one of which may be a Reading for Writers course

Philosophy Effective as of fall 2009, in addition to the senior capstone, completion of the major in Philosophy requires 12 courses, distributed as follows: –– Two integrative foundational courses –– Two Core courses: LPHI 2010 Philosophy 1: Ancient LPHI 2020 Philosophy 2: Modern –– Five additional Philosophy courses, of which at least three must be 3000-level or higher –– Three additional courses from outside the major, chosen in consultation with the chair Psychology In addition to the senior capstone, completion of the major in Psychology requires 12 courses, distributed as follows: –– One integrative foundational course LPSY 2772 Culture Ethnicity & Mental Health –– Three Core courses: ULEC 2160 Introduction to Psychology LSTS 2525 Statistics I LPSY 3601 Methods of Inquiry –– Two Fundamentals courses, chosen from the following list of options: LPSY 2008 Abnormal Psychology LPSY 2020 Fundamentals of Personality Psychology LPSY 2036 Fundamentals in Developmental Psychology LPSY 2038 Fundamentals in Visual Perception LPSY 2039 Fundamentals in Cognitive Neuroscience LPSY 2040 Fundamentals in Social Psychology LPSY 2042 Fundamentals in Cognitive Psychology –– Six additional Psychology courses, of which at least four must be 3000-level or higher Religious Studies In addition to the senior capstone, completion of the interdisciplinary path of study in Religious Studies requires 12 courses, distributed as follows: –– One integrative foundational course –– One Core Course: LREL 2802 Theorizing Religion –– Six additional Religious Studies courses, of which four must be 3000-level or higher –– Four courses outside Religious Studies, chosen in consultation with the chair By the end of the junior year, students are expected to have defined a special field of competence drawing from courses both in and outside the program. These must be chosen with the approval of the chair.

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Social Inquiry In addition to the senior capstone, completion of the interdisciplinary path of study in Social Inquiry requires 12 courses, taken in one of the three following options: Option 1 –– Two integrative foundational courses –– Ten electives, taken in the following way: choose four subject areas from the ones listed below. Take three courses in each of three of the departments and one course in a fourth department. Six of these ten courses should be 3000-level or higher. Sociology Anthropology Economics History Political Science Psychology Urban Studies Option 2 –– Two integrative foundational courses –– Ten electives, taking in the following way: choose two subject areas out of the ones listed above (under Option 1). Take five courses in each of two of the departments. At least six of these courses must be 3000-level or higher. Option 3 As an alternative, students may design their own path of study around a specific theme or area of interest. Students interested in pursuing this option must complete the self-directed Liberal Arts major, as described in the requirements for the major in Liberal Arts. Urban Studies In addition to the senior capstone, completion of the interdisciplinary path of study in Urban Studies requires a minimum of 12 courses: –– One integrative foundational course LURB 2661 Metropolitan Environments –– Two Research Methodology courses LURB 3010 Community Organizing: Methodologies of Research and Activism LURB 3034 Urban Toolbox –– One Project-Based course, selected from the following options: LURB 3003 Urban Homelessness: Civic Engagement and Activism in the City LURB 3031 City Studio: The Small Urban Place LURB 3041 Immigrant Communities in the City –– One Advanced Concepts course, selected from the following options: LURB 3007 Urban Economies LURB 3040 Social Justice in the City –– Seven additional Urban Studies courses, distributed as follows: Two courses at 2000 level Three courses at 3000 level Two courses at 4000 level

Internships BAFA students can pursue internships both through Lang and their respective arts school. Please note that even if an internship is taken through Lang, any credits earned through an internship will be applied as studio rather than liberal arts. Before proceeding with an internship, BAFA students should consult with their point person from each school to determine how an internship will affect their overall academic progress. Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts BAFA students are eligible for internships at Lang upon completing 30 credits with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above. There are three levels of internships offered: introductory, intermediate, and advanced. In order to participate in the internship program, students must submit a written proposal for the internship site proposed, along with a resume and cover letter for approval of academic credit. All students must then meet with an internship advisor to discuss requirements for the program, and determine the appropriate number of credits for the experience. The standard expectation is 150 total hours during the semester (approximately 10â&#x20AC;&#x201C;12 hours/week at the internship site), which awards four academic credits. The introductory and intermediate interns also participate in an internship seminar during the semester. For more information about internships, and to obtain permission, please contact an internship advisor. Specific information is also available online at www.lang.edu/internships/index.cfm.

Parsons The New School for Design The Parsons internship program has specific requirements. Students interested in internships should check with Parsons Career Services for details before beginning an internship search. Students seeking internships can gain access to the Parsons online job board where opportunities are posted. In order to gain access to the board, students must submit a resume for review. Career Services advisors will review studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; resumes and revisions will be given within one week. Students can email parsonscareers@newschool.edu or bring their resumes to the main office at 2 West 13th Street, Room 511. Once the review is complete, students will receive an email indicating their resume is ready for pick up and will be given a password to the online job board. In addition to the job board, there is a Parsons Internship Fair every fall and spring. Approximately 40 companies, ranging from MTV and Time, Inc. to Donna Karan and Smart Design attend. Students can call the Parsons Career Services Office at 212.229.8940 if they have any questions. The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music Jazz has a wide range of options for students seeking internships, and tries to match studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; goals to a particular place in the music industry. In the past, these places have included record labels, music clubs, booking and management agencies, and music publishers. Students interested in internships through Jazz should contact Brenda Barlow at BarlowB@newschool.edu for more information.

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Independent Study Students should keep in mind that independent study requires a serious commitment on the part of both themselves and their faculty advisor, and should plan their project thoroughly and realistically in advance. Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts Approved independent study may be applied toward liberal arts requirements; it will be designated as either fulfilling liberal arts elective credit or specific credit toward a major or path of study, depending on its content. Students interested in pursuing advanced work in a specific subject not otherwise offered in the curriculum may contact a Lang full-time faculty member* to act as their Independent Study supervisor. Together with the faculty supervisor, students complete an independent study contract and submit it to the departmental chair and associate dean for approval at the time of registration. Independent studies are seldom allowed for more than four total credits, and the appropriate number of credits should be determined in consultation with the faculty supervisor. If approved, an academic advisor will follow up with the student about the specific procedures for registration. *Eugene Lang College full-time faculty are identified in the online university-wide Directory of Faculty and the Lang website, www.newschool.edu/lang/faculty.aspx. Parsons The New School for Design Parsons students who are interested in pursuing an independent study should contact their academic advisor for information and permission. In order to register for independent study, students must complete an Independent Study Contract during the “add” period at the beginning of the semester and register for the appropriate number of credits.

The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music Jazz BAFA students who wish to pursue an independent study at Jazz should contact Dan Greenblatt, who will work with students on a case-by-case basis.

Summer Study Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts BAFA students may earn up to 12 liberal arts credits in the summer academic programs offered through other schools of The New School, or up to nine credits at another college or university. If credits are to be applied towards the BA, all summer coursework undertaken at other institutions must be approved by Jon White at Lang prior to registering. Students should submit course descriptions, anticipated number of credits, and session dates of the courses to him. Parsons The New School for Design Most required studio coursework is only offered during the fall and spring semesters, although some programs offer elective coursework during summer sessions. Permission to take summer courses for credit—either at The New School or at another institution—requires advance approval by the student’s academic advisor. The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music Jazz does not accept studio credits from summer study. Jazz students who wish to take Liberal Arts courses during the summer should do so through Eugene Lang College.

Study at Another University Students who wish to complete a semester or year of study abroad (called “Mobility” at the university), should consult with advisors in both schools to ensure that their academic progress will not be negatively affected by doing so. The Study Abroad program should fit into students’ overall academic plan. Students should also consider the financial implications of studying abroad. If the university does not have a formalized contract or agreement with the school or organization the student has chosen, financial aid may not be available through The New School. Since very few study abroad programs incorporate both studio and liberal arts curricula, BAFA students interested in an overseas experience often have to focus more on studio requirements or liberal arts requirements. Students are registered for a semester abroad through a single school but maintain their standing in both schools. Study abroad is generally recommended during the third or fourth year of the BAFA program. Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts Lang maintains exchange programs with the University of Amsterdam, Sarah Lawrence College, Fort Lewis College, and Spelman College. Transfer credits will be accepted through these exchange programs and students retain financial aid awards received through The New School. Study through another accredited university or program may be possible, but the appropriate information must be presented to the study abroad advisor in the Lang Academic Advising Office at least one semester before travel. Prior to and during time abroad, students should coordinate their academic program with their faculty advisor and study abroad advisor to ensure that their credits are approved, they fulfill requirements, and that they are registered in courses for the return semester.

Lang also offers several short-term courses taught overseas during winter and summer breaks, including programs in Mexico, India, Italy, Germany, Cambodia, Scotland, South Africa, and Poland. For BAFA students that have academic limitations on studying abroad for an entire semester, these shortterm courses offer opportunities to have an overseas experience. There is information on many study abroad programs available in the Academic Advising Office at Lang, 64 West 11th Street, or online at www.newschool.edu/lang under the “Study Abroad” link. Parsons The New School for Design BAFA students may study abroad through Parsons during their third or fourth year. In order to study abroad, students must attend a Study Abroad Information Session the year before they plan to be away. Specific information about study abroad, including Parsons Paris, is available through the student’s academic advisor. More information about Study Abroad programs at Parsons is also available at www. parsons.edu/services/study_abroad.aspx. The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music Jazz students who wish to take jazz courses at another university and transfer the credits to the jazz school must withdraw from New School Jazz and re-apply at the end of the other program. Only under specific circumstances are exceptions to this policy made. Students who wish to go to another school to take courses only towards their BA should make arrangements through Lang. In that situation, students request a leave of absence from Jazz and register for Mobility status through Lang.

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Residency Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts Lang requires that BAFA students earn at least 45 credits in Lang courses (which could be pro-rated slightly for transfer students) and spend their final two consecutive semesters at The New School. Parsons The New School for Design Parsons requires that students earn 54 credits in residence at Parsons in addition to spending two years in the program. The final year must be spent in residence unless students have permission from Juli Parker and their program director. The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music New School Jazz requires that all students spend two years in residence.

Transfer Credit Transfer students should note that previously earned credits are usually applied as general credit, and can only be applied to major, path of study, or other requirements with permission of the appropriate chair at Lang, academic advisor at Parsons, or Dan Greenblatt at Jazz.

SAMPLE PLANS OF STUDY

Sample Plans of Study While each BAFA studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s course of study varies depending on transfer credit, interest, studio focus, and liberal arts major or path of study, the following plans may be useful examples of how a BAFA program may be structured. Students should not treat these plans as directives but as decision-making aids. Since the course of study at Lang is individualized, the following tables list only the number of credits that should be earned through Lang seminars, rather than prescribing a sequence of courses. For more information about the courses required in each major and path of study at Lang, refer to page 11 of this handbook.

Parsons The New School for Design FOUNDATION First Year 2D Integrated Studio 1 & 2 3D Studio 1 & 2 Drawing Studio 1 & 2 Laboratory 1 & 2 Perspectives in World Art and Design 1 & 2 Lang First Year Writing Total

Fall Spring 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 19 19

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN Second Year Design Studio 1 & 2 Elements of Space, Tectonics, & Surface Representation & Analysis 1 & 2 History of World Architecture 1 & 2 Lang Seminars Total

F S 5 5 3 3 3 3 3 4 8 18 19

Third Year Design Studio 3 & 4 Nature, Culture, & Design Materials: Methods and Intentions Lang Seminars Total

F S 6 6 3 - 3 8 8 17 17

Fourth Year Design Studio 5 Environment, Architecture, & Energy SCE Electives Lang Seminars Total

F S 6 3 - 6 10 12 19 18

Fifth Year Design Studio 6 SCE Electives Lang Seminars Total

F S - 6 8 10 10 18 16

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COMMUNICATION DESIGN Second Year Type: Core Studio & Lab Web: Core Studio & Lab Creative Computing Studio Elective Courses Lang Seminars Total

Fall 6 - 3 3 8 20

Spring 6 6 8 20

Third Year Topics Studio: Adv Type/Info Design/ Art Direction or Studio Design Collaborative Studio/Current Elective Studio Electives 2000-level Art and Design History Elective Lang Seminars Total

3 - 3 6 9 3 4 6 16 18

Fourth Year Thesis 1 & 2 Studio Electives 3000-level Art and Design History Elective Lang Seminars Total

F S 3 4 2 6 3 8 8 16 18

Fifth Year Junior/Senior Elective Courses Lang Seminars Total

F S 3 3 14 14 17 17

DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY direct entry program First Year Image: Core Studio & Lab Time: Core Studio & Lab Studio Electives Creative Computing Lang First Year Writing Perspectives in World Art & Design 1 & 2 Total

Fall Spring 6 - 6 3 6 3 4 4 3 3 19 19

Second Year Interaction: Core Studio & Lab Space: Core Studio & Lab Studio Electives Lang Seminars Total

F S 6 - 6 3 3 10 10 19 19

Third Year Topics Studio: Interactive/Narrative/Non-Narrative Prototyping Collaboration Studio Studio Electives 2000-level Art and Design History Elective Lang Seminars Total

6 - 3 - 3 3 3 3 7 8 19 17

Fourth Year Studio Electives Internship (Optional) 3000-level Art and Design History Elective Lang Seminars Total

F S 6 6 (2) - 3 11 8 17 17

Fifth Year Thesis 1 Thesis 2 Studio Electives Lang Seminars Total

F S 6 - 6 3 3 8 8 17 17

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FASHION DESIGN Second Year Fashion Design Core 1 & 2 Fashion Digital Studio History, Culture, Society Lang Seminars 2000-level Art and Design History Elective Total

Fall Spring 8 8 2 2 2 2 4 7 3 19 19

Third Year Fashion Design Core 3 & 4 Fashion Drawing Fashion Digital Studio Lang Seminars Total

F S 8 8 1 1 2 2 8 8 19 19

Fourth Year Fashion Design Core 5 & 6: Thesis Lang Seminar Total

F S 8 8 8 7 16 15

Fifth Year Business Seminar Themes in Fashion History or Fashion Industry Survey 3000-level Art and Design History Elective Lang Seminar Total

F S 2 - 2 - 3 16 12 18 17

FINE ARTS Second Year Drawing 1 & 2 Painting 1 & 2 Sculpture 1 & 2 Visual Thinking: Narrative & Video Lang Seminars Total

Fall Spring 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 8 8 19 19

Third Year Drawing 3 Painting 3 Sculpture 3 Junior Concentration: Means [Narrative, Perception, or Public Engagement] Junior Concentration: Modes [Materiality, Performance, Space] Studio Elective 2000-level Art and Design History Elective Lang Seminars Total

F 3 3 3

S -

- 3 - 3 3 5 8 17 17

Fourth Year* Professional Practices Studio Electives 3000-level Art and Design History Elective Lang Seminars Total

F S - 3 4 - 3 12 12 16 18

Fifth Year Senior Concentration 1 & 2 Theory, Practice & Career Thesis Lectures Senior Thesis Lang Seminars Total

F 5 3 0 - 10 18

S 5 3 0 3 7 18

*It is recommended that Lang Senior Work be undertaken during the fourth year.

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ILLUSTRATION Second Year Illustration Concepts Drawing/Painting Drawing Materials & Methods Painting Type 2000-level Art and Design History Elective Lang Seminars Total

Fall Spring 3 3 - 3 3 - 1 3 - 3 3 7 8 19 18

Third Year Illustration Concepts Digital Design Elective Drawing/Painting Studio Elective Illustrative Printmaking 3000-level Art and Design History Elective Lang Seminars Total

F S 3 3 3 - 3 2 - - 3 3 8 8 19 17

Fourth Year Illustration Concepts Digital Elective Web for Illustrators Printmaking Elective Lang Seminars Total

F S 3 3 - 3 - 2 12 12 18 17

Fifth Year Senior Thesis & Concepts Professional Practices Digital Presentation Studio Elective Lang Seminars Total

F S 4 3 - 3 3 3 3 8 7 18 16

INTEGRATED DESIGN Every student is required to study in two departments at Parsons. These are called “Design Concentrations.” Second Year Fall Spring Integrative Design Core: Ecologies & Systems 4 4 IDC Lab: Media & Design Thinking 2 2 Area of Study Electives 3 3 Lang Seminars 8 8 Total 17 17 Third Year Integrative Design Core: Interfaces & Networks IDC Lab: Performance & Cooperative Area of Study Electives Lang Seminars Total

F S 4 4 2 2 6 4 8 8 20 18

Fourth Year Area of Study Electives Global Issues in Design & Visuality: 21st Century Lang Seminars Total

F S 3 3 3 12 16 18 19

Fifth Year IDC Senior Core (or Critical Studio) IDC Senior Thesis IDC Lab: Pre-Thesis & Representation Senior Internship Senior Seminar (ADHT) Area of Study Electives Lang Seminars Total

F S 4 - 4 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 7 17 16

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INTERIOR DESIGN Second Year Design Studio 1 & 2 Representation & Analysis 1 & 2 Elements of Space, Tectonics, Surface History of World Architecture 1 & 2 Lang Seminars Total

Fall Spring 5 5 3 3 3 3 3 4 8 18 19

Third Year Design Studio 3 & 4 Program: Concept & Rep SCE Elective Materiality: Methods and Intentions Lang Seminars Total

F S 6 6 3 - 3 - 3 8 8 17 20

Fourth Year Design Studio 5 Critical Studies in Design 1 & 2 (applies to BFA) SCE Elective Internship Lang Seminars Total

F 6

3 3 3 - 1 6 12 18 16

Fifth Year Design Studio 6 Portfolio Preparation Detail: Furniture & Construction Lang Seminars Total

F S - 6 1 3 12 12 16 18

PHOTOGRAPHY direct entry program First Year Freshman Seminar 1 & 2 Design: From Line to Pixel 1 & 2 Drawing 1 Drawing & Painting Perspectives in World Art and Design 1 & 2 Lang First Year Writing Total

Fall Spring 4 4 4 4 2 - 2 3 3 4 4 17 17

Second Year Studio & Light 1 & 2 Design 3: Capture to Print Design 4: Pixel to Cyberspace Sophomore Seminar 1 & 2 View Camera Lang Seminars Total

F S 3 3 3 - 3 3 3 3 8 11 20 20

Third Year History of Photo Photo Topics Junior Seminar Studio Electives 3000-level Art and Design History Elective Lang Seminars Total

F S 3 - 3 3 3 3 - 3 11 8 20 17

Fourth Year Imagery & Design Junior Seminar Studio Electives Internship Lang Seminars Total

F S 3 - 3 6 6 - 1 8 8 17 18

Fifth Year Senior Seminar Senior Seminar Lab Senior Thesis and Tutorial Studio Electives Lang Seminars Total

F S 3 3 2 2 1 1 3 3 8 8 17 17

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PRODUCT DESIGN Second Year Design, Research, and Development 1 & 2 Presentation Models 1 & 2 Prototypes 1 & 2 Technical Rendering Introduction to CAD Materials 1 History of Design: 1850-2000 Lang Seminars Total

Fall Spring 3 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 - 2 - 2 3 4 8 19 19

Third Year Design Concepts & Applications 1 & 2 Information Design 1 Digital Electives Materials 2 & 3 Models 3 & 4 or Prototypes 3 & 4 3000-level Art and Design History Elective Lang Seminars Total

F S 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 - 3 8 6 19 18

Fourth Year Core Design Studio Electives Digital Elective 3 Professional Internship Lang Seminars Total

F S 4 2 - 2 - 1 12 12 16 17

Fifth Year Thesis & Analysis Studio 1 & 2 Thesis Prototyping Materials 4 Dynamic Media Studio Lang Seminars Total

F S 4 4 - 2 2 - 2 12 8 18 16

Lang/Jazz BA/BFA Instrumental Focus This schedule assumes an “average” placement, where students come in at level 1A in Theory and Ear Training and Rhythm and Piano, so they don’t have to take any of the extra basics, but also don’t place out of some levels. First Year Fall Spring Instrumental Instruction 2 2 Theory I 2 2 Ear Training I 2 2 Piano 1 1 Sight-Reading 1 1 History of Jazz 3 3 Theory and Performance 1-Ensemble/Lab 3 3 Lang Seminars 4 4 Total 18 18 Second Year Instrumental Instruction Improvisation Ensemble Theory II Ear Training II Theory and Performance II Rhythmic Analysis Classical Music History Lang Seminars Total

F S 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 4 4 19 19

Third Year Instrumental Instruction Improvisation Ensemble Theory and/or Performance Electives Lang Seminars Total

F S 2 2 2 2 4 4 10 10 18 18

Fourth Year Instrumental Instruction Improvisation Ensemble Theory and/or Performance Electives Lang Seminars Total

F S 2 2 2 2 4 4 10 10 18 18

Fifth Year Music Business Improvisation Ensemble Lang Seminars Total

F S 2 2 2 2 14 14 18 18

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Vocal Focus This schedule assumes an “average” placement, where students come in at level 1A in Theory and Ear Training and Rhythm and Piano, so they don’t have to take any of the extra basics, but also don’t place out of some levels. First Year Fall Spring Instrumental Instruction 2 2 Vocal Rhythm Section I 2 2 Ear Training I 2 2 Theory I 2 2 Piano 1 1 Basic Arranging 1 1 Vocal Musicianship 1 1 History of Jazz 3 3 Lang Seminars 4 4 Total 18 18 Second Year Instrumental Instruction Vocal Rhythm Section II Ear Training II Theory II Rhythmic Analysis Sight Singing Vocal Improvisation Classical Music History Lang Seminars Total

F S 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 3 3 4 4 18 18

Third Year Improvisation Ensemble Instrumental Instruction Theory and/or Performance Electives Lang Seminars Total

F S 2 2 2 2 4 4 10 10 18 18

Fourth Year Improvisation Ensemble Instrumental Instruction Theory and/or Performance Electives Lang Seminars Total

F S 2 2 2 2 4 4 10 10 18 18

Fifth Year Improvisation Ensemble Music Business Theory and Performance Electives Lang Seminars Total

F S 2 2 2 2 4 4 10 10 18 18

ACADEMIC STATUS Satisfactory Academic Progress All three schools define satisfactory academic standing as the maintenance of at least 2.0 (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Câ&#x20AC;?) average or better each semester and on a cumulative basis. Any student whose grade point average falls below 2.0 at Parsons, Jazz, or Lang will be placed on academic probation at the respective school. At Parsons, some programs require a GPA above 2.0 in required courses; students should check with their academic advisor to be sure of the standard. Failure to maintain the minimum average in required program courses may make advancement to the next year of studio impossible. At Lang, courses must have a minimum of a C grade to be applied toward a major or path of study (with a progressively higher standard for advancement in the Writing concentration of Literary Studies). BAFA students who are placed on probation may be asked to concentrate on one part of their academic program, either BA or BFA. In some cases, they may be advised to take a leave of absence for one semester or year. Students should note that most financial aid programs specify that recipients maintain satisfactory academic standing and make satisfactory progress toward earning a degree. Therefore, being placed on academic probation may jeopardize financial aid. Students on probation are encouraged to speak with a financial aid counselor to discuss any potential implications for their award. Detailed information regarding the Academic Progress policies can be found online at the Parsons, Jazz, and Lang websites.

Mid-Semester Each school approaches mid-semester evaluations differently. Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts At Lang, faculty are expected to provide mid-semester evaluations, but the method varies according to the instructor and graded assignments completed. If students are at academic risk in a particular course, the instructor should always provide a written midsemester report, and copies will be forwarded to the Office of Academic Advising. Parsons The New School for Design At Parsons, students receive mid-semester evaluations for each of their courses. The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music At Jazz, the mid-semester evaluation is the process by which faculty let the administration know if a student is in trouble academically. However, Jazz BAFA students may sometimes receive mid-semester evaluations when they are progressing well in a course. If a student receives evaluations, copies will also be sent to Dan Greenblatt.

Code of Conduct The University Code of Conduct outlines policies that affect students across all schools of the university. As good university citizens, BAFA students should be familiar with their rights and responsibilities. The University Code of Conduct is available at www.newschool.edu/studentaffairs/rights/ codeconduct.html.

SUPPORT There is an advising office in each school with a point-person equipped to help BAFA students. Many extracurricular and nonacademic activities and services offered by the schools are organized through the Office of Academic Advising at Eugene Lang College, Advising at Parsons, and the Office of Academic Affairs at Jazz. These offices provide individual advising, group programming, and referrals to outside professionals.

Office of Dual-Degree and Joint Programs Adrienne Marcus, Director The University Curriculum and Dual-Degree and Joint Programs The New School 66 West 12th Street, room 608 212.229.8947 x2281 marcusa@newschool.edu The Office of Dual Degree and Joint Programs is an office of the Central Administration of the university. Adrienne Marcus is available to help BAFA students with problems that require special coordination between the schools.

Mental Health The counseling staff consists of licensed, experienced mental health professionals dedicated to working with the university’s diverse community of students. The staff provides a welcoming environment that fosters discussion of any problem or concern. Students are encouraged to seek counseling and support for issues related to stress, anxiety, adjustment issues, depression, relationship concerns, eating and body image problems, trauma and abuse, drug or alcohol concerns, and sexual and gender issues as soon as the need arises. Additional services include: consultation, brief assessments, crisis intervention, support

groups, psychiatric consultations for students in counseling at the center, and referrals to therapists and other services in New York City. Counseling Services provides up to 12 sessions of free and confidential short-term psychotherapy to degree students.

After-Hours Nurse Advice Line When Student Health Services is closed, The New School offers an after-hours Nurse Advice Line. Experienced nurses and nurse practitioners will provide guidance for students concerned about medical or psychological issues. The Nurse Advice Line can be reached at 212.229.1671; after hours press option 1 or 2. Counseling Services Loeb Hall, 135 East 12th Street, suite #2E 212.229.1671, option 1 for an appointment. Hours during the fall and spring semesters: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m–7:00 p.m. Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Walk-in hours Monday–Friday, 2:00–3:00 p.m.

University Academic Support for Writing and Math The University Writing Center (UWC) 71 Fifth Avenue, 9th Floor www.newschool.edu/admin/writingcenter The center accepts walk-ins on a first come first serve basis. Students can schedule appointments with a writing tutor using the online scheduler at http://ramon.newschool. edu/ureserve/uwc/ureserve.pl. Tutoring is available for math courses offered at The New School (algebra, pre-calculus, calculus, and statistics). For further information please contact the math tutoring coordinator via email at mathsupport@newschool.edu.

Jazz Studio Tutors The Office of Academic Affairs provides free tutoring for students who need help in required studio courses. Tutors are available in theory, ear training, piano, rhythm, arranging, and music history. Interested students should contact Brenda Barlow at BarlowB@newschool.edu for more information.

Student Affairs Student Affairs programs and services are designed to support academic efforts and to help students reach their fullest potential. The range of services includes, but is not limited to: –– Housing –– Disability Services –– Student Development and Activities –– Health Services –– International Student Services For more information on the array of services available, visit www.newschool.edu and click the “Student Services” link.

REGISTRATION Registration at any school can be challenging, but it can be particularly complicated for a BAFA student, as each school has distinct schedules and requirements. BAFA students earn 46 credits more than their BFA peers and 60 credits more than their BA peers. More importantly, they do so with only two additional semesters. It is essential during each semester for BAFA students to review their requirements carefully with their academic advisor at Parsons or Jazz and their Lang faculty advisor. Students are encouraged to schedule advising appointments in an order that best suits the BAFA student’s needs. BAFA students must

be prepared for their advising session. They should know their priorities (For example: Are there pre-requisites that must be attended to? Is a favorite elective offered only in fall?) and inquire about their options (Are there alternative sections of a required course? Can they postpone taking a course until a future semester?). It is recommended that students first meet with the advisor from the school in which they will be taking the majority of credits in the coming semester. Most advisors will meet with BAFA students early in the advising process to ensure they register for a schedule that fulfills their interests and meets their requirements. BAFA students receive priority in registration, gaining earlier access to courses so that they can avoid scheduling conflicts. Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts The Lang Registration Book includes step-bystep instructions, special announcements, add/drop schedule changes, an academic calendar, registration worksheets, and the University Student Services Information. All of these materials, as well as course descriptions and curriculum guides, are available both at the Lang Academic Advising Office at 64 West 11th Street and online at www.newschool.edu/lang/registration. Parsons The New School for Design The Parsons Registration Book contains information about advising schedules and program meetings. Course descriptions, scheduling grids and related materials can be found at students.parsons.edu. The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music The Jazz Registration Book contains general course descriptions, information about program requirements, and registration information.