school of advertising art Catalog & Student Handbook

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1 school of advertising art Catalog & Student Handbook

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3 Live your dream at one of the top graphic design colleges in the country. Welcome to the School of Advertising Art. We are a nationally recognized, award-winning graphic design college located in Kettering, Ohio. We ll educate you to become a Hybrid Designer who has an essential combination of skills in graphic design, web design, photography, illustration, and video and motion design. Year after year, our students produce awardwinning work and go on to have successful careers in the advertising industry. Students choose SAA to pursue their dream of art and design. We invite you to be a part of our family. The School of Advertising Art is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges [ACCSC]. SAA receives its Associate Degree authorization and Certificate of Registration from the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools, Columbus, Ohio. Certificate of Registration # T State Board of Career Colleges and Schools Approved by the State Approving Agency for Veterans Training, Ohio State Department of Education, Columbus, Ohio. SAA has been consistently approved to fund students through the Workforce Investment Act [WIA]. 100% of graduates eligible for career services who began the program on August 31, 2011 (35 out of 35) gained employment in the advertising field by July by SAA. All rights reserved. Published February 2015 Artwork is SAA students original artwork throughout, all rights reserved. School of Advertising Art 1725 East David Road Kettering, Ohio

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5 We re a small college building on more than 30 years of success. SAA is a tight-knit family of creative individuals who are passionate about art and design. We take pride in being small, knowing your name, and providing personal one-on-one attention in and out of the classroom. We re here to help you succeed to land that first job interview, to push you further than you ever thought possible, and to cheer you on when you get your first promotion. Let us help you take the steps toward living your dream. 3

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7 Students are transformed into Hybrid Designers, and are valuable to employers. Employers need Hybrid Designers who are versatile. Because of this, SAA recognizes the importance of teaching a combination of skills in graphic design, web design, illustration, photography, and video and motion design. As a Hybrid Designer, you can design a magazine ad and brochure, code a website, design a mobile app, develop illustrations for a gig poster, shoot photography for an event, and produce graphics for a video or TV commercial. Our curriculum is frequently updated to stay in line with the industry and changing technology. We re focused on training you to be accomplished in many areas of design so that you are equipped to reach your long-term career goals. 5

8 Package Design by Ben Griffen 6 Graphic design is all around us in packaging, billboards, magazine ads, posters, online sites, and brochures. SAA teaches you to use creativity to solve problems by brainstorming, thinking conceptually, sketching thumbnails, and researching brands and products.

9 Typography by Cody Rayn Event Poster by Elizabeth Anderson Book Cover by Mark Wilson Personal Identity by Rodney Crimes Print Ad by Brenden Schindler 7

10 Responsive Website by Hannah Clegg Mobile App by Amber Dee 8 SAA Hybrid Designers develop responsive websites for desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and mobile devices. They also design original mobile apps and create marketing campaigns to promote ideas to potential investors.

11 Video by Kyle Sheridan Motion Design by Kelsey Prenger Video by Taylor McGohan Video by Taylor McGohan Motion Design by Madison Reese Using Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro, SAA Hybrid Designers write video and TV commercial scripts, develop storyboards, shoot and edit video, and design motion graphics. View student video projects on our website at saa.edu/videos. 9

12 Photo by Alexandra Carroll Photo by Nicholette Baldwin Photo by Kaitlyn Kirk Photo by TJ Lindsey Photo by Marissa Sofalvi 10 SAA Hybrid Designers shoot original photography with digital SLR cameras for their website, brochure, poster, and print ad designs. Students are taught both natural lighting and studio lighting.

13 Illustration by Sydney Graf Illustration by Lauryn Koehler Illustration by Taylor Lugar Illustration by Brittnee Estep Illustration by Lauren Landes SAA instructor Michael Bonilla challenges students to create illustrations in a variety of mediums and styles and to see beyond the obvious. Hybrid Designers are encouraged to incorporate original illustrations into their graphic design and web design projects. 11

14 Our two-year program trains students to become well-rounded Hybrid Designers as they earn an Associate Degree of Applied Business in Advertising Art. The first year you are introduced to our core technical courses graphic design, web design, photography, illustration, video and motion design and learn the Adobe Creative Cloud software applications. The second year you continue to enhance your skills as well as perfect 10 to 15 pieces for your portfolio. In the spring, you are placed in an externship to gain industry experience that may possibly turn into a full-time job. Year One, Semester One Year One, Semester Two Year One, Spring Term APP101 Introduction to Applications GRD101 Design Basics and Print Production WEB101 Web Design I PHT101 Photography Fundamentals GRD151 Graphic Design I WEB102 Web Design II ILL101 Illustration Fundamentals ELT101-1 Advertising Art Elective ENG101 English Composition ARH101 Art History ENG102 Creative Writing PRO101 Professional Communication I PRO102 Professional Communication II HIS121 History of Advertising in America PRO103 Professional Communication III 15 Weeks/18 Credits 15 Weeks/16 Credits 4 Weeks/4 Credits 12

15 By the time you graduate you will have a professional portfolio, a personal website, and business cards and stationery. SAA prepares you to have everything you need to interview and land your first job after graduation. Year Two, Semester One Year Two, Semester Two Year Two, Spring Term GRD251 Graphic Design II GRD252 Advanced Typography WEB201 Web Design III ELT201-1 Advertising Art Elective GRD299 Portfolio Completion ELT299-1 Portfolio Elective PRO299 Externship MKT201 Marketing I PRO261 Business and Ethics of Graphic Design MKT202 Marketing II PRO251 Advanced Professional Development 15 Weeks/17 Credits 15 Weeks/17 Credits 4 Weeks/3.5 Credits 13

16 Top (l r): Sara Hinegardner ( 14), Linsey Free ( 09), Matt Gregg ( 05), Susan Jauss ( 10), Matt Zollman ( 95) at Real Art Bottom left (l r): Mike Savory ( 86), Helen Owens ( 14), Jon Brooks ( 86) at Upward Brand Interactions Bottom center: Roxann Patrick, Director of Career Services Bottom right: Matt Gregg ( 05) at Real Art 14

17 We take our 100% * job placement rate very seriously. SAA provides career service assistance to students and alumni. Our Director of Career Services, Roxann Patrick, has over 30 years of experience in the graphic design and advertising field and networks with employers nationwide. SAA has a strong reputation among employers for educating Hybrid Designers who are creative and prepared for the demands of the advertising industry. Recent graduates have received starting salaries up to $43,000.** Career services are always provided to alumni for your first job and as you advance in the field. * 100% of graduates eligible for career services who began the program on August 31, 2011 (35 of 35) gained employment in the advertising field by July ** Graduates who completed the program in 2014 and who reported their salaries earn up to $43,

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19 Kettering is a great place to study, work, and play. Kettering, Ohio is a safe, quiet town and a fun place to live. Nearly 70% of all SAA students move to Kettering and live just minutes from campus. Our Housing Coordinator, Abbie Heaney, will put you in contact with other students just like you, let you know about apartment community discounts, and even provide help for your move-in day. SAA will assist you so that your move to Kettering is stress free. 17

20 ADMISSIONS APPLYING FOR ADMISSION 18 Online Application: Complete online application at saa.edu. Official Transcripts: Submit official high school and/or college transcript [or dated GED score report]. If the high school and/or college transcript reflects a grade point average below a 2.0 cumulative grade point or higher than 10% cumulative absenteeism during junior or senior years of high school, the student must complete the following steps: a] Submit a 1 2 page essay describing how the student plans to achieve satisfactory progress at SAA. b] Submit two letters of recommendation. These letters should be written by academic educators or work supervisors who are familiar with the student s work ethic and potential for success at SAA. These applications will be reviewed and accepted at the President s discretion. Each applicant will be notified by mail regarding his or her acceptance to SAA. If students participate in nontraditional education, students must send a dated GED score report in place of a transcript. Interview and Tour: Schedule an appointment to tour the college and meet with an admissions specialist for an interview. During the interview, the admissions specialist evaluates students by using the following criteria to determine acceptance: artistic ability, computer skills, communications skills, and past academic achievement. Students are required to present samples of their artwork. Variety in medium and subject is greatly encouraged. Examples of acceptable artwork include: drawings, paintings, sketchbooks, digital artwork, video, and photography. Presenting original artwork is recommended. If artwork was created digitally or you are not able to bring the original work, it is acceptable to present artwork on a CD or flash drive. Most students bring 8 10 pieces, but feel free to bring fewer or more. Interviews may also be completed during an Open House. SAA Open Houses provide a casual, open forum for learning more about SAA without an appointment or interview. Students, their families, and friends are invited to view dozens of examples of student artwork as well as obtain information about financial aid, housing, and much more. Interviews for admission are available on a first-come, first-served basis. If traveling to SAA for an admissions interview is not possible, you may contact the Admissions Department to request an online portfolio review. SAA strongly encourages prospective students to visit the campus for a tour and interview, but we understand that this is not always feasible. Acceptance: Applicants are notified by mail as to the status of their acceptance. Acceptance will be honored for three years. Enrollment: After an applicant is accepted, he or she is invited to enroll by filling out and returning the enrollment agreement and paying the $100 enrollment fee [$50 if paid by December 31, 2015]. The enrollment agreement packet and fee may be mailed or personally delivered to SAA. The enrollment fee must be in the form of check or money order if received by mail. Enrollment is complete only after the student submits a copy of one of the following that meets the stated criteria: high school diploma, official final transcript, or GED score report. Students cannot begin classes until enrollment is complete. If a student chooses not to attend SAA after enrollment is complete but decides to begin classes within two years of initial enrollment, the student is required to complete a new enrollment agreement. The student is not required to pay another enrollment fee. Financial Aid: After you have filed your 2015 Federal Income Tax Return, call to schedule your Financial Aid Appointment at TRANSCRIPTS AND DIPLOMAS Students submitting diplomas and/ or transcripts awarded by online or correspondence high schools must provide proof that the awarding school or organization complies with one of the following criteria: a] School or organization is authorized to offer online or correspondence high school diplomas by the state they are located within. b] School or organization is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education and authorized to issue high school diplomas by that accrediting agency. c] School or organization is approved in writing by the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools. SAT/ACT SCORES Although not required, SAA encourages students to take the Scholastic Aptitude Test [SAT] and/or the American College Testing Assessment [ACT]. Scores should be sent directly to SAA through the appropriate testing report service. SAA Code Numbers SAT: 5953 ACT: 6578

21 INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS SAA welcomes international students whose previous courses of study and English proficiency have prepared them for a collegiate program. An international student who requires an F-1 [student] Visa must apply through the international admissions process. When applying for admission, the student might wish to inquire at the U.S. Consular Office in their home country about general immigration requirements he/she would need to meet if accepted for admission. An international applicant will also be required to give proof of financial responsibility for his/her education. This information will not be used in the admissions process but is required in order to issue the I-20. Each enrolling student must also have adequate health and accident insurance. Students needing an F-1 or an M-1 Visa for fall enrollment must have completed the admissions process by May 1. Details regarding admission of international students can be found at saa.edu. Note: SAA does not provide English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. International student applicants must be fluent in English, both written and verbal. International and ESL applicants must successfully complete an English Proficiency Exam prior to admission. TRANSFER OF CREDITS TO SAA Any student wishing to transfer to SAA from an accredited college must adhere to the regular admissions process, beginning with the application and interview. A student s postsecondary schooling and experience will be evaluated and appropriate credit may be granted. This is a subjective assessment based on a review of course/grade transcripts and the catalog and/or syllabus from the college course[s] taken. In certain instances and at the discretion of the Director of Education, a combination of courses may be considered as a transfer credit. Submit a college transcript and detailed syllabi/detailed catalog listings to the Director of Education for review and possible acceptance of credits. Design and academic courses with a grade of B or higher will be considered for transfer. Additional Requirement for Transfer of Design Credits: Students must submit a portfolio to the President of SAA to receive possible credit for design courses. Due to the nature of the program, the student may still need to take all offered and required SAA design courses in order to successfully complete the program and graduate. TRANSFER OF COLLEGE CREDITS FROM SAA Although SAA is accredited, there is no guarantee that other colleges will accept credit or credit hours for coursework completed at SAA. Transcripts can be sent by the registrar at the request of the student, if the student is in good financial standing with SAA. BACHELOR DEGREE OPTIONS Transfer your SAA credits and earn a bachelor degree in approximately two years or less at the following colleges. Antioch University Midwest Yellow Springs, Ohio Regent s University London London, England The Art Institute of Atlanta The Art Institute of Atlanta Decatur The Art Institute of California Hollywood; Inland Empire; Los Angeles; Orange County; Sacramento; San Diego; San Francisco; Silicon Valley The Art Institute of Charleston The Art Institute of Colorado Denver The Art Institute of Indianapolis The Art Institute of Jacksonville The Art Institute of Las Vegas The Art Institute of Michigan Detroit The Art Institute of Michigan Troy The Art Institute of Ohio Cincinnati The Art Institute of Philadelphia The Art Institute of Phoenix The Art Institute of Pittsburgh The Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online Division The Art Institute of Portland The Art Institute of Salt Lake City The Art Institute of Seattle The Art Institute of St. Louis The Art Institute of Tampa The Art Institute of Tennessee Nashville The Art Institute of Tucson The Art Institute of Virginia Beach The Art Institute of Washington Arlington, Virginia The Art Institute of Washington Dulles The Art Institute of Wisconsin The Illinois Institute of Art Chicago The Illinois Institute of Art Schaumburg The Illinois Institute of Art Tinley Park Miami International University of Art & Design Transferability of credits is determined individually by each college. Articulation agreements are subject to change. Students applying for transfer of credit must initiate the process through SAA. SAA consistently pursues new articulation agreements. For updated information or to apply for transfer of credit, contact the SAA Director of Education at

22 FINANCIAL AID PROGRAM TOTAL COSTS [AUGUST 2016 MAY 2018] YEAR ONE TUITION First semester...$12,174 Second semester/spring term.. $13,527 Total Year One Tuition... $25,701 YEAR TWO TUITION First semester... $11,958 Second semester/spring term...$14,419 Total Year Two Tuition...$26,377 SUPPLIES Art supplies...$520 Books...$730 Digital camera...$600 Personal website...$250 Business cards & stationery...$500 Software... $1,700 MacBook Pro laptop...$2,950 Total Supplies... $7,250 FEES Printing fee...$600 Photography fee...$350 Student activity fee...$360 Total Fees... $1,310 2-YEAR PROGRAM TOTAL...$60,638 All fees, costs, and tuition are subject to change. All students will be notified by July 30 of any changes in tuition, fees, and/or costs for the upcoming school year. Tuition amounts do not include supplies or fees. EXPLANATION OF FEES Enrollment Fee A $100 Enrollment Fee [$50 if paid by December 31, 2015] must be paid by the applicant to be officially placed on the roster. Only Year One students pay this fee. The entire fee will be refunded if the college is notified of withdrawal in writing within five days of signing the enrollment agreement. Art Supplies Students are required to purchase a variety of art supplies. SAA has arranged with United Art and Education to offer art kits that contain the required supplies. Students will be charged Year One art kit fees of $350 for Semester 1 and $20 for Semester 2. Students will be charged Year Two art kit fees of $20 for Semester 1 and $130 for Semester 2. The total cost of art supplies for both years is $520. The art kits also include a flash drive and a portfolio binder kit. If payment for art supplies has not been included in the student s financial aid package or prior payment arrangements and the student has not purchased the art supplies by 3:00pm on the fourth school day of the term, the student will be dismissed from SAA. Books Students are charged Year One book fees of $475 for Semester 1 and $90 for Semester 2. Students are charged Year Two book fees of $165 for Semester 1. The total cost of books for both years is $730 and includes access to ebooks and videos on Creative Edge. Students have the option of purchasing their own books. Digital Camera Students are charged a Year One, Semester 1 fee of $600 for the purchase of a digital camera. If students already own a digital camera, the purchase of the camera and fee might be waived by obtaining the photography instructor s approval. Personal Website Students are charged a fee of $250 for the purchase of a unique domain name and a three-year hosting plan for the student s personal portfolio website. Business Cards and Stationery During the second semester of Year Two there is a $500 fee for the printing of letterhead, resumes, business cards, envelopes and/or note cards. These items are created by the student to showcase his or her artwork and skills. These pieces are instrumental in the job search process. Software Students are charged $700 for Year One and $1,000 for Year Two [$1,700 total for two years] for the purchase of software. The software package includes a 3-year subscription to the Adobe Creative Cloud, a 4-year subscription to Microsoft Office 365, and Coda, a Web design software application. Laptop Each student is required to purchase, own, and bring to class each day a MacBook Pro laptop computer. Updated information in regard to purchasing a laptop, prices, and information about possible changes in technology can be downloaded at It is the student s responsibility to purchase his/her own Macintosh laptop computer. Please contact the Financial Aid Office regarding ordering your laptop. Availability and pricing of equipment will vary and information given by SAA may change, as technology and pricing vary. As of the printing of this catalog, the laptop package is priced at $2,950. The package includes a MacBook Pro 15 inch laptop computer with retina display, AppleCare Protection Plan, MacBook Pro protective sleeve, keyboard cover, and external backup hard drive. 20

23 Printing Fee Students are charged $150 per semester [$600 total] for color and black and white printouts from SAA printers. This fee covers only prints and copies produced for SAA related projects. Use of the printers is monitored. Excessive use or abuse by a student will be addressed by administration and additional fees may be required. Wide format prints are $10 each. Photography Fee During Year Two, Semester 1, a $350 fee covers a professional photography session. The session includes four hours at a professional advertising photographer s studio. Student Activity Fee The Student Activity Fee is $90 per semester [$360 total for two years]. The Student Activity Fee is for the improvement and enhancement of student life while attending the School of Advertising Art. This fee will cover portions of extracurricular activities such as events, luncheons, guest speaking engagements, student senate, fine art club, and recreational equipment. The fee also covers membership to the Dayton Art Institute and a YMCA activities pass. Late Fee When tuition and/or special fees are not paid on or before the due date, an additional fee is assessed. A $25 fee is assessed if paid within the first 10 school days and a $50 fee is assessed if paid thereafter. A student will not be allowed to begin classes in a term until all fees from the previous term have been paid in full unless arrangements have been made with the Director of Financial Aid. Returned Check Fee There is a $30 charge for returned checks. Payment is required in cash or cashier s check only. APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID To begin the financial aid process, schedule an appointment to meet with the Financial Aid staff at SAA to discuss your options. At your scheduled appointment, a Financial Aid representative will guide you through the entire Financial Aid application process. It is not necessary to complete any Financial Aid paperwork before your scheduled appointment. If you are under the age of 24, we strongly recommend that your parent[s] or guardian accompany you to the appointment. Generally, anyone under the age of 24 [unless married] is considered financially dependent upon their parents or guardian [even if your parents or guardian are no longer paying for your living expenses]. If you are over the age of 24 and are financially independent, we still may require additional information from your parents or a cosigner. Federal Income Tax returns and W2s are absolutely necessary to begin the process, as it is extremely difficult for the Financial Aid office to accurately estimate your financial aid eligibility without your current income figures. FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID [FAFSA] Students begin the application process at their scheduled Financial Aid appointment by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, known as the FAFSA. With information from your 2015 Federal Income Tax returns, the SAA Financial Aid staff can process your FAFSA electronically during your appointment. The information on your completed FAFSA determines your eligibility for grants and loans, and provides information for completing all other necessary financial aid forms. FINANCIAL AID CHECKLIST Students and parents must bring the following items to the Financial Aid appointment: 1. A signed copy of the student s 2015 Federal Income Tax return, all schedules, and W2s. 2. If student is financially dependent, a signed copy of the parents 2015 Federal Income Tax return, all schedules, and W2s. This is required in addition to the student s Federal Tax Income return. [Most students are financially dependent on parents; there are many federal guidelines that must be met to show financial independence.] 3. If student is an eligible non-citizen, bring qualifying documents. Other items you may be required to supply include your Social Security card, marriage certificate, proof of cleared default status for prior student loans, contact references, guardianship documents, proof of untaxed income, and/or driver s license. If you are selected for verification by the Department of Education after applying for financial aid, you may be required to provide further documentation to the Financial Aid Office. After you and your parents have completed all necessary financial aid paperwork at your appointment, you will be given an estimate showing the total financial aid for which you are eligible, and a listing of the types of aid you will be receiving for the upcoming school year. If you do not have a copy of your 2015 Federal Income Tax return, you can request form #4506 from the IRS website, or by calling or Forms can also be obtained from the SAA Financial Aid Office. 21

24 FINANCIAL AID DEADLINES The Financial Aid process needs to be completed for Year One before July 15, The process needs to be completed for Year Two before May 20, The Financial Aid office assists Year One and Year Two students with the process. Tuition for the first semester is due no later than July 30, A late fee will be assessed if payment is received after that date. WITHDRAWAL OR DISMISSAL A student who wishes to withdraw or is dismissed from the college must notify the SAA Director of Financial Aid either in writing, in person, or by telephone. For additional information, please refer to the refund policy. APPEAL OF AID TERMINATION If a student feels his/her student aid was terminated unjustly due to mitigating circumstances, the student has 30 days to appeal to the President of SAA or termination is considered final. STANDARDS OF ACADEMIC PROGRESS FOR FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS Students must be enrolled in at least twelve semester credit hours to be eligible to receive federal financial aid. FUNDING OPTIONS There are many ways in which you can fund your education at SAA. The following sections outline various grants, loans, and tuition reduction and award programs that may work for you. Additional sources of funding may be discussed in your Financial Aid appointment. Pell Grant Eligibility is determined at the time the FAFSA is processed. This grant is 22 awarded based on financial need. Grants are free money, so you will not repay the award amount. In order for SAA to determine your eligibility for the Pell Grant, you must complete the FAFSA. Federal Direct Loan Programs Direct Loans are low-interest loans for students and parents to help pay for the cost of a student s education after high school. The lender is the U.S. Department of Education rather than a bank or other financial institution. These loans will be discussed in the financial aid appointment. For additional information prior to your appointment please visit Federal Direct Subsidized Loan: This is a student loan, and it must be repaid. The federal government pays the interest on this loan while you are attending college. The maximum amount a Year One student can borrow is $3,500. A Year Two student can borrow a maximum of $4,500. Your first payment on this loan will not be due until six months after you graduate or your last date of attendance. The first step in applying for the Federal Direct Subsidized Loan is completion of the FAFSA. Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan: This is a student loan available to independent students, dependent students whose total family income makes them ineligible for a Direct Subsidized Loan, and dependent students whose parents have applied for and been denied the Federal Direct PLUS Loan. This loan must be repaid. The student is responsible for the interest that accrues on this loan while the student is attending college. Interest begins to accrue on this loan after the first disbursement has been received. If you choose to defer the interest while you are attending college, the accrued interest will be capitalized and added to the principal balance of the loan quarterly. The maximum amount to borrow for Year One or Year Two is $6,000. Federal Direct PLUS Loan: The Federal Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) allows parents to borrow money to cover any costs not already covered by the student s financial aid package, up to the full cost of attendance. There is no cumulative limit. Like the Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans, Federal PLUS Loans are available from the Department of Education. Direct PLUS loans are the financial responsibility of the parents, not the student. If the student agrees to make payments on the PLUS loan, but fails to make the payments on time, the parents will be held responsible. Eligibility for the PLUS loan depends on a credit check that determines whether the parent has an adverse credit history. Payment Plans The School of Advertising Art offers payment plans to students under certain limited conditions. Students must have explored and been denied all other options for funding their remaining balance in order to qualify for a payment plan. The details of the payment plan must be agreed upon in writing by both SAA and the student. SAA reserves the right to cancel the agreement at any time due to nonpayment. Out-of-pocket Payments Out-of-pocket payments are accepted in the form of credit card, cash, personal check, money order, or cashier s check. Cash will be accepted only if submitted in person. SAA is not responsible for late or lost payments in the mail. Additional Financial Aid Information Find additional Financial Aid information and a Net Price Indicator at: saa.edu.

25 Tuition Reduction This section lists Tuition Reduction opportunities for incoming Year One students. Need-Based Tuition Reduction: Students accepted and enrolled to start Year One classes in August 2016 will be considered for a Tuition Reduction of a maximum of $5,000. Tuition Reduction is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. [The reduction is not renewable for Year Two.] To qualify, the student must have a FAFSA Expected Family Contribution [EFC] that results in Pell Grant eligibility, and the parent[s] must have received a denial on a PLUS loan credit check [for dependent students]. The student would first need to borrow all the Federal Direct Loan money for which the student is eligible and receive all the grants for which the student qualifies. Career Center Graduate Tuition Reduction: Students accepted to start Year One classes in August 2016, have earned a grade point average of 3.0 or higher, and will graduate from a Career Center high school are eligible for a Tuition Reduction of $5,000. [The reduction is not renewable for Year Two.] Out-of-State Tuition Reduction: Out-of-state students accepted to start Year One classes in August 2016 who have earned a grade point average of 3.0 or higher are eligible for a Tuition Reduction of $5,000 [$2,500 per year]. SAA Tuition Awards This section lists Tuition Award opportunities for incoming Year One students. The deadline for submission is March 9, Application requirements can be found at saa.edu. Art and Academic Achievement Awards: Up to four students who reflect excellence in both design and general academics will be offered a $10,000 award [$5,000 per year] Art and Academic Achievement Award. Students must be accepted to begin classes in August Daniel E. Johnson Memorial Award: Students accepted to start classes in August 2016 may apply for this award. One student who reflects excellence in both design and general academics will be offered a $10,000 award [$5,000 per year]. Multicultural Awards: Applicants for this award must be accepted to start classes in August 2016 and must be identified as members of the African American, Latina/Latino, Native American, Asian American, Pacific Islander, or other ethnic minority. Up to four students will each be offered a $5,000 award [$2,500 per year]. Portfolio Competition Awards for Enrolled Students: Up to four students will be offered a $5,000 award [$2,500 per year] for the Portfolio Competition. Students must be accepted and enrolled to begin classes in August Other SAA Tuition Award Opportunities This section lists other Tuition Award opportunities for incoming Year One students. Business Professionals of America Awards: Students who are awarded first place at the Ohio or Indiana Business Professionals of America (BPA) Website Design, Advertising Promotion, Photography, or Video competitions at the state level are eligible for this award. Up to ten students will each be offered a $2,500 award [$1,250 per year]. Congressional Art Award: Students who win first place in their home district s Congressional Art Competition are eligible for this award. Students will be offered a $2,500 award [$1,250 per year]. Visit house.gov for information about this competition that recognizes and encourages artistic talent. Governor s Show Awards: Students whose artwork is selected for display in the Governor s Youth Art Exhibition are eligible for this award. Students will each be offered a $10,000 award [$5,000 per year]. Visit govart.org for more information about the Governor s Show. SkillsUSA Awards: Students awarded first place in the Ohio Southwest Regional Advertising Design Contest or in the State SkillsUSA Advertising Design, Web Design, Photography, or Video Contests are eligible for this award. Students will each be offered a $2,500 award [$1,250 per year]. Outside Scholarships Much like grants and tuition awards, scholarships are free money, and will not need to be repaid. There are many private scholarships available that are not associated with SAA. You should begin research on these other potential scholarship options as soon as possible. Your high school guidance counselor can be a helpful resource for information about locally awarded grants and scholarships. You might also look into the possibility of receiving scholarships from employers, trade associations, churches, and social/service organizations such as Rotary Club and Lions Club, local businesses, community organizations, etc. The Financial Aid staff may have other ideas for you to look into, as well. Additional Scholarship Resources scholarshipamerica.org fastweb.com finaid.org collegescholarships.com scholarships.com 23

26 ABOUT SAA MISSION Our mission is to educate, prepare, and guide students to become innovative hybrid designers. PHILOSOPHY At SAA you will develop your artistic abilities, professional work ethic, and time management skills. Beyond these essential career elements, one of the most important things you are going to learn at SAA is how to think creatively. The goal is to be able to provide new and unique creative ideas for clients in a professional work environment. You will develop thinking and problemsolving capabilities that will enable you to respond with innovative conceptual ideas. As you grow as an artist and a person, your work will connect with people on a deeper level. HISTORY Incorporated in 1983, SAA was founded by entrepreneur and graphic designer Tim Potter of Yellow Springs, Ohio. Classes began in 1984, and the first SAA students graduated by earning a Diploma of Advertising Art in In 1999, Tim Potter purchased the current site of SAA and constructed a new facility. SAA expanded enrollment and began awarding Associate Degrees of Applied Business in In 2007, Jessica Barry was named president of SAA and began leading a new administration comprised of Vice Presidents Matthew Flick and Nathan Summers. Tim Potter retired from the daily operations in Jessica Barry formed Advertising Art Educational Services, Inc. in 2011 and purchased the college in Advertising Art Educational Services now does business as School of Advertising Art. Jessica Barry is the sole owner. 24 For over 30 years, SAA has been providing advertising agencies, design firms, publishers, and corporate art departments throughout the United States and abroad with highly skilled professionals for three decades a generation of graphic designers. Employers consider each SAA graduating class as a premiere source of talent. ACCREDITATION & APPROVAL The School of Advertising Art is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges [ACCSC]. SAA receives its Associate Degree authorization and Certificate of Registration from the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools, Columbus, Ohio. SAA holds Certificate of Registration # T with the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools. This institution is authorized by: The Indiana Board for Proprietary Education 101 W. Ohio St., Suite 670 Indianapolis, IN This institution is authorized by: The Kentucky Commission on Proprietary Education Capital Plaza Tower, Room Mero Street, Frankfort, Kentucky SAA is approved by the State Approving Agency for Veterans Training, Ohio State Department of Education, Columbus, Ohio. SAA has been consistently approved to fund students through the Workforce Investment Act [WIA]. SAA OBJECTIVES To review, accept, and enroll students who show creative potential as tomorrow s hybrid designers. To provide expert guidance and training for our students in areas relevant to today s advertising field. To graduate students who are focused, creative, and well prepared for a career in advertising and design. To assist advertising agencies, design firms, publishers, and corporate art departments by being one of the most valuable resources in their search for entry-level graphic designers. PROGRAM OBJECTIVES The Associate Degree Program objective is to graduate highly skilled and creative hybrid designers to be employed by advertising agencies, design firms, publishers, and corporate art departments as entry-level graphic designers, web designers, photographers, and production artists. DEGREE GRANTED Students earn an Associate Degree of Applied Business in Advertising Art after successfully completing the two-year program. LENGTH OF PROGRAM The Associate Degree Program is 21 calendar months in length. The program consists of a two-year, full-time daily program. Each year includes two fifteenweek semesters and a four-week term [34 weeks total per year]. Each semester consists of clock hours, or 16 to 18 semester credit hours of courses. Over the two-year period, this is a total of 1,658 semester clock hours. Clock Hours Clock hours are the number of actual hours in class [lecture/discussion] or laboratory [ hands-on experience]. A clock hour is one hour of attendance that may, at the college s discretion, contain a 10-minute break. Thus a clock hour is at least 50 minutes of instruction.

27 State of Ohio Credit Hour Policy One credit is earned for every lecture/ discussion hour per week, assuming two outside preparation hours for each class hour. One credit is earned for every two hours of laboratory work per week, assuming an additional hour of follow-up work for every two laboratory hours. SCHEDULE Classes are held Monday through Friday within the hours of 8:30am to 3:30pm. CLASS SIZES The small college environment at SAA means you ll have the benefit of small class sizes. You won t be a number in a huge lecture hall. The small class sizes enable SAA instructors to work with students one-on-one. The instructors will know your first name, and you ll be able to get help when you need it. The small college environment also nurtures a strong sense of community among students. Class sizes range from students per class. INSTRUCTORS With the most up-to-date knowledge of software and design trends, SAA instructors work one-on-one with each student. They guide students to design projects that hit the target audience, are amazingly creative, visually appealing, and professionally executed. These award-winning instructors have been honored by every major graphic design organization in the region. Matt Flick was named Educator of the Year by the Greater Dayton Advertising Association in 2009 and Design instructors also work as freelance graphic designers, web designers, and photographers, which ensures that they know the market as well as the art of graphic design. Being immersed in the field enables instructors to be excellent mentors as students work on their skills and explore the variety of design opportunities available. LOCATION & FACILITY SAA is located on the corner of East David Road and Hempstead Station in Kettering, Ohio. A quiet residential neighborhood sits adjacent to the college. RTA bus lines are accessible at the corner of the college property. Kettering is a safe, friendly city of 56,000 people within an hour s drive of Dayton, Cincinnati, and Columbus. There are enough parks, shopping malls, skating areas, and restaurants to please anyone. SAA is contained in one 15,000- square-foot air conditioned, welllit facility. Eight studio classrooms accommodate graphic design, web design, photography, illustration, motion, video, and general education courses. Wi-Fi service is available throughout the facility. The facility is open to students Monday Thursday from 8 5:30 and Friday from 8 5. The SAA library is open to students Monday Thursday from 8 5, and Friday from 8 3:30. The collection focuses on advertising art, including graphic design, typography, color, painting, illustration, art history, fine art, advertising, and marketing. A wide range of periodicals includes Communication Arts, Print, Advertising Age, Photo District News, Lurzer s Archive, and HOW, to name a few. Online resources include Bridgeman Education Art and Creative Edge. Bridgeman offers over 640,000 digital images of art, history, and culture. Creative Edge offers over 13,000 online books and videos filled with the most current design information and inspiration. The building includes an accessible entrance ramp and restroom facilities for persons with physical disabilities. As well as the studio classrooms and library, the building features a print center, faculty and staff offices, conference rooms, and an atrium commons area. Our café has vending machines and microwaves, a refrigerator, toaster, and coffee brewer. The outdoor area offers covered patio seating and a bike rack. Green space includes a volleyball court and recreational areas. EQUIPMENT Equipment provided by SAA includes color scanners, laser printers, a wide format printer, black and white and color laser copying machines, binding and adhesive machines, and digital video equipment. Each classroom has a projector, which enables instructors to display their computer screen to the class. The photography and video studio offers professional continuous lighting and electronic flash lighting. Five shooting bays are each equipped with digital SLR cameras, tripods, and an array of lighting modifiers such as reflectors, grids, softboxes, and diffusion screens. GRADUATION RATE The graduation rate is the percentage of Year One students who complete the two-year program within 150% of the program s length. Students who began the program in 2011: 59% (35 of 59) Students who began the program in 2010: 69% (43 of 62) Students who began the program in 2009: 63% (38 of 60) PLACEMENT RATE The placement rate is the percentage of graduates eligible for career services who gained employment in the advertising field. Students who began the program in 2011: 100% (35 of 35) Students who began the program in 2010: 93% (40 of 43) Students who began the program in 2009: 89% (32 of 36) 25

28 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS This section outlines the courses that are required for each term of the two-year curriculum. A total of 75.5 semester credits earned during two years meets all requirements to earn an Associate Degree of Applied Business in Advertising Art. YEAR ONE, SEMESTER 1 Total hours/credits: 18 APP101 Introduction to Applications: 2 credits Students learn the basics of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop). Students work on fundamental tutorials and learn the program tools and other basic aspects of design. GRD101 Design Basics and Print Production: 3 credits Students learn the basics of design, design terminology, typography, and the grid. Other basic principles including hierarchy, shape, pattern, and texture are also covered. WEB101 Web Design I: 3 credits Students learn the fundamentals of web design, including how the web works, navigation, and the importance of usability, user experience, and interactivity. App concepting is explored. ILL101 Illustration Fundamentals: 3 credits Students focus on the fundamentals of traditional illustration by exploring different types of drawing tools and mediums. ENG101 English Composition: 3 credits This course addresses the mechanics of clear, effective writing and composition for both professional and academic settings, as well as the methods of academic research. Students master the use of MLA formatting and reference style, review a variety of genres and 26 topics, both personal and advertising related, and produce several essays and a research paper. ARH101 Art History: 3 credits Students study Western art history, starting with the Early Renaissance, continuing into the 20th century. Special emphasis is placed on how historically significant sculpture, painting, and artifacts as well as cultures can be used in today s artistic environments. Students develop critical awareness of art movements. PRO101 Professional Communication I: 1 credit Students work to: understand protocols and the differences between personal and professional practices; understand texting habits in a professional environment; understand the beneficial and professional uses of social media; develop a draft letter of inquiry for positions of interest; understand telephone professionalism; develop a plan for attire appropriate for the workplace; visit workplaces and see firsthand what professionalism looks like. YEAR ONE, SEMESTER 2 Total hours/credits: 16 GRD151 Graphic Design I: 3 credits Prerequisites: APP101 and GRD101 Students begin working on print design projects for various clients that will be used to develop their portfolio and help develop their understanding of the design process. WEB102 Web Design II: 3 credits Prerequisite: WEB101 Students focus on learning Hyper-Text Markup Language (HTML) coding, XHTML with Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), and web standards-compliant design and production. PHT101 Photography Fundamentals: 3 credits Students gain an in-depth understanding of photographic elements. This course focuses on the technical aspects of using a digital SLR camera in manual mode to shoot still photography. Documentary photography and studio lighting are also covered. ENG102 Creative Writing: 3 credits This course explores various genres of fiction and poetry in order to inspire creativity and help students perfect their ability to make appropriate and effective word choice. Students write several poems and short stories throughout the semester, creating and revising work for a final portfolio. HIS121 History of Advertising in America: 3 credits This course examines the history of advertising in relation to the graphic arts, the impact of advertising on our culture, and, conversely, the impact of our culture on advertising. Students develop critical awareness of methods, practices, and strategies employed by the advertising industry. PRO102 Professional Communication II: 1 credit Prerequisite: PRO101 Students work to: complete a working resume to be updated regularly; complete a cover letter to serve as a foundation for future job searches; become familiar with professional organizations in the field of advertising art; contact and develop a complete list of professional references; understand how to proofread written material. YEAR ONE, SPRING TERM Total hours/credits: 4 ELT101-1 Advertising Art Elective: 3 credits Students choose an elective to further develop their skills and work toward

29 a complementary concentration to their graphic design focus. Course offerings vary as design trends evolve. PRO103 Professional Communication III: 1 credit Prerequisite: PRO102 Students learn from professionals who visit the classroom, develop projects for their First Year Presentation, and write resumes to be prepared for summer internship opportunities. YEAR TWO, SEMESTER 1 Total hours/credits: 17 GRD251 Graphic Design II: 3 credits Prerequisite: GRD151 and ENG101 Students work on a series of projects to develop both copy and creative for a client. The students also work with professional photographers while art directing their photography and learn how to present their work. GRD252 Advanced Typography: 3 credits Prerequisite: GRD151 Students work on print design projects for various clients that will be used to develop their portfolio and help develop their understanding of the design process with an emphasis on typography. WEB201 Web Design III: 3 credits Prerequisite: WEB102 Students continue learning HTML/CSS and hand coding. Students select a domain name, purchase hosting, and build and launch a personal website. Students are also introduced to App design and responsive Web design that adjusts for different devices and screen sizes. MKT201 Marketing I: 3 credits Prerequisites: GRD151 and ENG101 Students are introduced to the fundamental theory and concepts of marketing, basic marketing planning, and the competencies required of a marketing team. PRO261 Business and Ethics of Graphic Design: 2 credits Students work to: explore and understand ethical concepts such as intellectual property, trademark, copyright, fair use laws and policies, plagiarism, stock image use, Internet source use, truth in advertising, sexual harassment in the workplace, etc.; learn to read and create contracts for employment, proposals for freelance work, and time sheets; learn how to document work for tax reporting and how to locate insurance as a freelance artist; learn how to balance full-time employment with freelancing; understand online project management systems; master use of Dropbox and Hightail; learn about employer expectations through guest speakers. ELT201-1 Advertising Art Elective: 3 credits Students choose an elective to further develop their skills and work toward a complementary concentration to their graphic design focus. Course offerings vary as design trends change. YEAR TWO, SEMESTER 2 Total hours/credits: 17 GRD299 Portfolio Completion: 8 credits Prerequisites: GRD251, WEB201, and MKT201 Students create a final portfolio using all the skills they have acquired over two years. The students work to refine projects and prepare themselves for employment in the design industry. MKT202 Marketing II: 3 credits Prerequisite: MKT201 Students are required to work in groups to simulate a Marketing Team and complete a holistic Marketing Plan for an actual client. PRO251 Advanced Professional Development: 3 credits Prerequisite: PRO103 Projects include: resume and cover letter content and design, and creation of personal identity set. Job readiness seminars, speakers, and guests include: portfolio reviews and mock interviews; introduction to regional professional organizations and networking; business etiquette presentations; introduction to creative and professional placement services; discussions of transitioning from student to design professional. ELT299-1 Portfolio Elective: 3 credits Prerequisites: GRD251, WEB201, and MKT201 Students choose one elective to create portfolio projects using all the skills they have acquired over two years in a particular concentration. YEAR TWO, SPRING TERM Total hours/credits: 3.5 PRO299 Externship: 3.5 credits Prerequisites: GRD299, ELT299, PRO251, and MKT202 This course exposes students to the experience of working in a professional graphic design environment, offering a work/learning experience where they apply what they have learned in the classroom in a professional setting. Students are assigned to design firms, advertising agencies, corporate art departments, or small businesses for a four-week externship. Curriculum is subject to change. 27

30 CAREER SERVICES CAREER SERVICES The School of Advertising Art is dedicated to providing ongoing employment assistance to all alumni, including recent and past graduates interested in advancing in the fields of advertising, graphic design, and web design. 100% of graduates eligible for career services who began the program on August 31, 2011 (35 of 35) gained employment in the advertising field by July SAA is personally committed to upholding these high standards of employment assistance and enhancing the employment success SAA has achieved to date. SAA promises to assist graduates until they are gainfully employed and serve as a resource throughout their careers. EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE The graduate of SAA will be ready to enter the job market by having prepared a professional portfolio of artwork, a resume, and a personal website. SAA graduates receive a comprehensive, updated list of prospective employers and professional contacts as well as a weekly report of current advertising employment leads. The Director of Career Services communicates with each graduate regularly by providing job leads, offering advice, and evaluating interviews. This communication continues with each interested graduate until he/she secures full-time employment in the advertising field. SAA offers continuing employment assistance and a graduate may request employment assistance again at any time throughout their career. SAA will assist its graduates in choosing where to seek advertising employment depending on the interests and strengths of the individual student. SAA cannot guarantee employment for any student. 28 The quality of the graduates professional education and portfolio in accordance with the job-seeking skills they have been taught will qualify them for entry-level positions in advertising agencies, design firms, publishing, and corporate art departments. Prior to graduation, each student signs a Graduate Employment Policy indicating agreement with SAA regarding the obligations of the graduate to receive employment services. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSES These courses educate students in methods of obtaining full-time employment as graphic designers. Topics may include: interviewing skills and follow-up strategies; business etiquette and professional networking; creating a five-year career plan; cover letter workshop; operating a freelance graphic design business; working with a corporate human resource department; mock interviews and portfolio reviews; grooming and professional attire; sexual harassment, diversity, ethics, and other issues in the contemporary workplace; pre-press; copywriting and editing. Guest lectures by advertising company owners, portfolio reviews by advertising art directors, and visits to local agencies and printing companies are also included. INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES SAA encourages students to work at advertising agencies, design firms, publishers, and corporate art departments. Through affiliations with advertising professionals, the Director of Career Services provides contacts and guidance regarding part-time opportunities. Interested students should contact the Director. No college credit is given and students are not permitted to work during SAA class hours. (This information does not apply to the Year Two Externship course.) EXTERNSHIPS Each Year Two student is assigned to an externship for Spring Term. Design firms, advertising agencies, corporate art departments, and small businesses participate in the program. Students are exposed to the experience of working in a professional graphic design environment, where they can apply what they have learned. Occasionally, SAA externships turn into full-time employment following graduation. PORTFOLIO SHOW SAA s annual Portfolio Show is a display of graduates artwork for nearly 200 industry professionals from Dayton, Cincinnati, Columbus, and beyond. SAA hosts the event each year for visiting professionals, giving them the opportunity to talk to graduates about their work, exchange business cards, and schedule interviews. GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT In recent years, the following companies have hired SAA graduates: Apple, Inc., ACCO, Atari, Inc., Atlantis Sportswear, Bath & Body Works, Blue Whitespace, Bridge Worldwide, Clear Channel, Communicore, Cox Ohio Publishing, Dayton Art Institute, EA Games, Forty Nine Degrees, F+W Publications, Ghirardelli Chocolate, Hafenbrack Marketing, Harvey Advertising, Hewlett Packard, Holloway Sportswear, Honda America, Journeys, Landor, Lexis-Nexis, Limited Brands, LPK, Marathon Oil, Marketing Formula, Marketing Results, MCM Electronics, Midmark, Moody-Nolan, MOTO Franchise Corp, Mound Printing, Nationwide Insurance, Northlich, Nova Creative, Omnispear, Oregon Printing, The Ohlmann Group, Pearl Drums, Promatch Solutions, Pulse Creative Partners, Rdio, Real Art, Red Capital Group, Resource Interactive, Reynolds & Reynolds, RSVP Ohio, sbc advertising, Skreened, Schlegel Creative, Sunoco-Trident, TDH Marketing, Think TV, Ulingo, VisionMark.

31 POSITIONS HELD BY SAA GRADUATES Graphic Designer Graphic designers create visual concepts, both digitally and traditionally. The graphic designer develops the idea, direction, and format of advertising. SAA graduates typically start their careers as graphic designers or junior graphic designers. Web Designer SAA graduates are also employed as Web designers. The Web designer creates the ideas, directions, and formats of websites while using CSS and X/HTML to make websites function on the web. Photographer Photographers use their artistic vision to communicate a message through photos. Photographers may meet with clients, scout for locations, and set up lighting, backgrounds, props, and other equipment. Many freelance opportunities are available, as well as positions at design firms and advertising agencies. Production Artist Production artists digitally complete the design of any given advertising and prepare the files for printing. Art Director After several years of experience working as a graphic designer in a design firm or advertising agency, SAA graduates are sometimes promoted to the position of art director. The art director s responsibilities include interacting with the client, copywriter, and account executive while establishing advertising choices and approaches. Art directors supervise graphic designers and the production of art. Creative Director After working as a successful graphic designer or art director for a design firm or advertising agency, SAA graduates are sometimes promoted to creative director. The creative director is responsible for the administration and direction of new and existing client work, supervision of art directors, and all creative work. Creative directors are key to the development of strategy and marketing approaches. They often are involved in presenting new campaigns and ideas to clients. Owner SAA graduates have gone on to open and operate successful design firms or advertising agencies. Their responsibilities are both artistic and administrative. They also oversee the development and growth of the company. Freelance Designer SAA graduates also work as freelance graphic designers. Freelance graphic designers work with a variety of clients or advertising agencies and design firms. They typically work in an in-home office to create all types of advertising and design projects. Freelance graphic designers are not only responsible for the creation of advertising and design campaigns, they also interact with the client, develop new client relationships, and keep records of hours worked and billing. INCOME EARNED BY RECENT SAA GRADUATES SAA graduates who completed the program in 2014 and who reported their salaries earned up to $43,000. ALUMNI SERVICES In addition to career placement assistance, SAA provides a variety of ongoing support services for alumni at any stage in their careers. SAA s experienced administration and faculty are available for professional portfolio reviews and consultations. Alums also seek resume reviews and long-range career planning advice. GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT DISCLOSURE As required by the U.S. Department of Education, SAA provides information about programs in order to comply with Gainful Employment regulations. For the most up-to-date disclosures of gainful employment information, visit 29

32 STUDENT SERVICES HOUSING ASSISTANCE Kettering is a safe environment for study, work, and play. About 70 percent of SAA students move to the Kettering area, while others commute. SAA works with area apartment communities to assist students with the best options for housing. Many offer discounts to SAA students. While having your own transportation is recommended, it is not a necessity, as both the college and many of the apartment communities have access to the RTA bus line. Also, some rentals are within walking distance of the college. Typical monthly rent paid by SAA students during a recent school year for a one-bedroom apartment was $530 $690. With one roommate, a twobedroom apartment was $300 $350 per student. With two roommates, a threebedroom apartment was $250 $300 per student. Keep in mind you will also have utility bills, which may be up to $100 per month per student (water, gas, electric, Wi-Fi, and cable, for example). Students may have the ability to borrow funds to cover living expenses. Please check with the Financial Aid Director. Please note that SAA does not provide or guarantee housing. ROOMMATES & CARPOOLING To help with budgeting housing or commuting expenses, students receive Roommate and Rideshare Questionnaires prior to Orientation, or can download them at saa.edu/student-life-housing. Data is shared with students looking for a roommate or for a person to carpool with. The Roommate Questionnaire asks for information about tastes in music and lifestyle habits. Both Questionnaires ask for limited personal information, such as phone number and hometown, which is shared, with permission, with other students looking for a roommate or 30 someone to carpool with. SAA does not assign roommates or carpooling groups, and in the event that either group is late to class, the SAA Attendance Policy is still in effect for that entire group. PART-TIME JOBS A majority of SAA students have parttime jobs at local businesses, including retail stores, restaurants, and fast-food chains. SAA recommends that students limit employment to hours per week in order to have ample time to devote to college assignments. SAA does not provide assistance in finding part-time jobs. STUDENT AWARDS SAA is recognized by industry professionals as one of the most awardwinning colleges in the nation. SAA staff selects student work to enter into graphic design competitions, and SAA pays applicable fees. Students gain recognition in the advertising industry, which enhances SAA s reputation as an excellent graphic design college, and benefits all students. This year, students and graduates have been recognized by GDUSA magazine, the Columbus Society of Communicating Arts Creative Best awards, the American Advertising Federation-Dayton Regional ADDY awards, the District Five Regional ADDYs, and the National ADDYs SAA graduates Christian Smith and Brenden Schindler were selected from graphic design students across the nation as two of 23 Students to Watch in 2014 by GDUSA magazine. Ethan Muller, SAA Class of 2012, was awarded both a Gold and Silver ADDY at the national recognition event in Phoenix. FINE ART CLUB SAA s Fine Art Club gives students an opportunity to create artwork not subject to the expectations of an instructor or a client. Interested students attend weekly meetings at no cost. STUDENT SENATE Student Senate provides students with a voice to share ideas for improving their college experience. Students can choose to run for election, and representatives from both the Year One and Year Two classes are chosen by the student body. Senate members meet regularly to present student ideas about college life, curriculum, grading, events, and/or concerns for discussion, and ultimately action by SAA. DAYTON ART INSTITUTE MEMBERSHIP Each student receives a membership to the Dayton Art Institute located in downtown Dayton. The collection spans 5,000 years of art history, and includes European and American art, as well as Oceanic art, Asian art, and decorative art. Themed exhibitions are scheduled regularly, and SAA student artwork has been featured in the museum s Leo Bistro. Visit daytonartinstitute.org. YMCA ACTIVITY PASS Full-time students are given an Activity Pass to the South Dayton YMCA. Just blocks from SAA, it offers activities such as Zumba, weightlifting, intramural athletics, and swimming. Students present their active SAA student ID card to gain access to the facilities. The Pass is valid September 1 through August 31 each academic year that the student is enrolled full-time. The Pass is valid only at the South Dayton branch at 4545 Marshall Road, Kettering. Visit ymcaonline.org.

33 SAA ACCOUNTS SAA students receive an saa.edu account with 30GB of storage. Students are given account login information the first week of class, and are encouraged to check their accounts daily. Accounts do not expire due to inactivity, and remain open for one year after graduation. The account can/will be suspended if SAA receives complaints of improper conduct or misuse. The account will be deleted if a student fails or withdraws from SAA. TUTORING SAA instructors are available for tutoring time outside of regular class hours. Students schedule time directly with their instructor; available hours vary by instructor. PROVISION OF REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION[S] FOR EDUCATION PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES, AND OTHER SERVICES Policy of Nondiscrimination It is the policy of the School of Advertising Art not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities and to provide reasonable accommodation(s), as required by law, to otherwise qualified applicants for admission of students with disabilities in all education programs, activities, services and practices, including application procedures, admission, student projects, course projects, the awarding of degrees, discipline, and dismissal. Educational opportunities will not be denied to an otherwise qualified applicant or student because of the need to make reasonable accommodation(s) or modification(s) for the physical or mental impairments of any such individual. Although this policy and procedure is largely described in terms of accommodations that may allow an applicant or student with a disability to meet the academic standards requisite to admission or participation in education programs, activities, and services, the policy is also applicable to accommodations involving the application process and to accommodations that would enable an applicant or student with a disability to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of education as are enjoyed by other similarly situated applicants or students without disabilities. The procedures contained herein are not exclusive of other education-related inquiries that the school, in its discretion, may make as permitted or required by local, state, or federal law and in conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of To receive any special service or accommodation, the student must contact the President of SAA and complete paperwork to initiate the process. COUNSELING SERVICES SAA is concerned with the whole student, not just the student s artistic and creative abilities. Life issues can impact a student s performance and a student may need assistance with coping skills, relationship issues, or other personal problems. SAA offers brief counseling [one to six sessions] conducted by a licensed professional counselor to any student who requests it, free of charge. Students can request counseling sessions by notifying Vice President Nathan Summers. STUDENT ADVISING The School of Advertising Art provides assistance to students identified as struggling by SAA faculty or staff. Instructors provide SAA administration with feedback about student performance and curriculum concerns weekly. The President, Vice Presidents, and Director of Education meet weekly to discuss the feedback. Students identified with persistent issues and/or concerns are advised by Vice President Nathan Summers in a student advising session. Assistance is given depending on the issue listed below. General Academic Issue: The advisor meets with the student to discuss the issue and advise the student in ways to address the problem. Potential solutions include creating a daily work schedule with the student to help better manage time, recommending removing distractions in the classroom, encouraging the student to place the importance of their education in its proper perspective, etc. Specific Academic Issue: Academic issues may include difficulty with software or struggling to come up with concepts. The advisor meets with the student and encourages him or her to meet with the appropriate instructor for one or more tutoring sessions. Life Issues: The advisor meets with the student to determine the exact nature of the issue. If the issue is minor, it is addressed in this meeting. If the issue is beyond the scope of this informal meeting, the student is referred to a more appropriate resource. A licensed counselor is available to meet with students, free of charge, on a limited basis. If the student s issues require this level of intervention, the student is put in contact with the counselor to schedule an appointment. Financial concerns that require further intervention are referred to the Director of Financial Aid. Learning, Physical, or Psychological Disability Issue: If a student has indicated that they may have a disability that affects their ability to learn in the classroom, the advisor gives the student SAA s Disabilities Disclosure and Accommodations Request Form. The student is advised to complete the form, and is required to present supporting documentation from their treatment professional. Once the form is complete, the school determines whether or to what extent to provide reasonable accommodation(s). 31

34 STUDENT EVENTS ADMISSIONS EVENTS & DEADLINES Summer Open House July 25, 2015 Fall Open House November 7, 2015 Early Enrollment Deadline December 31, 2015 Winter Open House January 16, 2016 VIP Day January 30, 2016 Tuition Award Entries Due March 9, 2016 Spring Open House March 19, 2016 Summer Open House July 23, FIRST-YEAR CALENDAR Orientation, Semester 1 Tuition Due + Laptop Orders Due July 30, 2016 Bowling Party August 21, 2016 Semester 1 Begins August 22, 2016 Labor Day, College Closed September 5, 2016 Fall Picnic September 16, 2016 Columbus Day, College Closed October 10, 2016 Halloween Party October 28, 2016 Thanksgiving Luncheon November 17, 2016 Fall Break, College Closed November 18 25, 2016 Classes Resume November 28, 2016 Semester 2 Tuition Due December 1, 2016 Semester 1 Ends + Student Holiday Party December 14, 2016 Winter Break, College Closed December 15, 2016 January 2, 2017 Semester 2 Begins + Classes Resume January 3, 2017 Martin Luther King Day, College Closed January 16, 2017 Spring Break, College Closed March 27 March 31, 2017 Classes Resume April 3, 2017 Semester 2 Ends April 26, 2017 College Closed April 27 28, 2017 Spring Term Begins May 1, 2017 Spring Term Ends May 26, SECOND-YEAR CALENDAR Semester 1 Tuition Due July 29, 2017 Bowling Party August 27, 2017 Semester 1 Begins August 28, 2017 Labor Day, College Closed September 4, 2017 Fall Picnic September 15, 2017 Halloween Party October 27, 2017 Thanksgiving Luncheon November 15, 2017 Fall Break, College Closed November 16 24, 2017 Classes Resume November 27, 2017 Semester 2 Tuition Due December 1, 2017 Semester 1 Ends + Student Holiday Party December 20, 2017 Winter Break, College Closed December 21, 2017 January 3, 2018 Semester 2 Begins + Classes Resume January 4, 2018 Martin Luther King Day, College Closed January 15, 2018 Spring Break, College Closed April 2 6, 2018 Classes Resume April 9, 2018 Semester 2 Ends April 26, 2018 College Closed April 27, 2018 Spring Term Begins April 30, 2018 Honors Luncheon May 19, 2018 Spring Term Ends May 25, 2018 Memorial Day, College Closed May 28, 2018 Portfolio Show June 1, 2018 Graduation June 2, 2018 All dates are subject to change. 32

35 GUEST SPEAKERS SAA invites nationally renowned graphic designers, photographers, illustrators, animators, art directors, and industry leaders to speak with SAA students. Guest speakers from across the nation share their thoughts on subjects such as creativity, execution, and time management, along with their own personal experiences in the industry. The following companies and influential design professionals have visited SAA. Chuck Anderson/No Pattern Chicago, Illinois Joey Ellis Charlotte, North Carolina Viktoria Harrison/charity: water New York, New York Mikey Burton Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Tad Carpenter/Tad Carpenter Creative Kansas City, Missouri Crispin Porter + Bogusky Miami, Florida Aaron Draplin/Draplin Design Co. Portland, Oregon Von Glitschka/Glitschka Studios Salem, Oregon Jeff Hamada/Booooooom Vancouver, Canada Matt Lehman/Matt Lehman Studio Nashville, Tennessee Erik Marinovich/Friends of Type San Francisco, California Alison Yard Medland Chicago, Illinois Modern Dog Seattle, Washington Allan Peters/Target Minneapolis, Minnesota Jessica Walsh/Sagmeister & Walsh New York, New York ORIENTATION Year One students attend Orientation a few weeks before classes begin. Lunch is served, photo IDs are taken, rules and regulations are reviewed, and questions are answered. Students meet classmates as well as SAA staff and faculty, and find out what to expect the first day. Each student can bring two guests to Orientation. BOWLING PARTY On the eve of the first day of classes, SAA hosts a Bowling Party. Students have the opportunity to see old friends and meet new ones. Bowling costs and shoe rental are covered by SAA. FALL PICNIC Students get to know classmates, and enjoy friendly games of volleyball, touch football, frisbee, and tug-of-war. Food is provided by SAA. In recent years, fabulous chalk art and crazy skateboarding filled the parking area. HALLOWEEN PARTY Ghoulish, scary fun. Prizes for the most creative, over the top costumes are voted on by secret judges. The atrium rocks with music and dancing, and there s always lots of great food. THANKSGIVING LUNCHEON Students and staff enjoy a catered luncheon the day before Fall Break. HOLIDAY PARTY SAA provides lunch for students and staff on the afternoon before Winter Break. Student Senate plans the event. AREA EVENTS Information about local art and entertainment events is posted regularly in the SAA library. Students can enjoy concerts at the Fraze Pavilion, art galleries in downtown Dayton, exhibits at the Dayton Art Institute, and minor league baseball at the Dayton Dragons stadium. Five Rivers Metro Parks offers bikeways, hiking trails, and boating. Several local festivals are popular, including the annual Greek Festival, the Dayton Art Institute Oktoberfest, and the Italian Fall Festival. Short trips south lead to King s Island, Reds and Bengals games, the Cincinnati Art Museum, and Newport Aquarium. HONORS LUNCHEON SAA recognizes the top ten graduating students for their high academic achievements. This annual event includes a talk by a professional from the advertising industry, presentation of certificates to the honored students, and a luncheon for the graduates, their families, and SAA faculty. PORTFOLIO SHOW With over 200 professionals in attendance, each graduating student displays their work in a gallery setting. Advertising associates get a preview of the future of graphic design in the region during the professionals lunch or when they drop by after work to visit with other professionals in the design community. Families are welcomed during the afternoon. Each SAA student displays their portfolio of illustrations, photography, websites, and advertising. Great hors d oeuvres add to the after work enjoyment, conversation, and networking with SAA students. GRADUATION CEREMONY Family, friends, and SAA students and staff celebrate graduation at the Dayton Art Institute. Following a video of SAA student portraits and artwork, the valedictorian reflects on their time at SAA and shares thoughts on the future of graduating classmates. A professional from the industry is also invited as the commencement speaker. Associate Degrees are awarded to students. 33

36 FACULTY & STAFF Jessica Barry Matthew Flick Nathan Summers Sondra Armstrong Sally Athmer Natasha Baker Mariesa Bloom Michael Bonilla Alexis Branham Jon Brooks Kim Coughnour Robin Crum Cathy Graves Tracy Gardner Amanda Green Carla Hale Nate Hansen Abbie Heaney Karen Abney Korn Jennifer Patterson Lorenzetti Harriet Meehan Kelly Mercer Lindsey Meredith Michelle Moor Tony Neary Sam Parker Craig Patrick Roxann Patrick Andrea Renner Wil Rowland Rachel Summers Allison Thompson Karen Walker Anthony Wartinger Betsy Woods 34

37 Jessica Barry, President, Owner, & Creative Director Ms. Barry is a 1997 graduate of SAA, holds a BA in management from Antioch University Midwest, and has 17+ years of experience as an award-winning art director. Jessica has been honored with four Gold ADDY/Hermes and three Judge s Choice Awards by the Greater Dayton Advertising Association. She was also awarded a Gold and Silver ADDY from the District Five Advertising Federation. Jessica s work has also been honored by GDUSA magazine, the American Institute of Graphic Arts [AIGA], the Columbus Society of Communicating Arts [CSCA], Art Center Dayton, and the Admissions Marketing Report. In 2011, Jessica received a Dayton Business Journal Forty Under 40 award, which honors the region s leaders. In 2009, 2010, 2013, Jessica was nominated as Educator of the Year by the Greater Dayton Advertising Association. Jessica is SAA s president overseeing the admissions process, advertising, and the future growth of SAA. Matthew Flick, Vice President, Creative Director, & Instructor Mr. Flick has 18+ years of industry experience as an award-winning art director, and holds an Associate Degree in Visual Communications from Sinclair Community College. His clients have included Titleist, FootJoy Worldwide, IMG Canada, PGA Tour professional Mike Weir, Duncan Seawall, and others. Matt s work has received numerous awards by organizations including the Greater Dayton Advertising Association, the District Five Advertising Federation, the American Institute of Graphic Arts [AIGA], the Columbus Society of Communicating Arts [CSCA], Admissions Marketing Report, and GDUSA magazine. Matt was featured as one of 29 graphic design professional People to Watch by GDUSA in He has been awarded four Gold ADDY/ Hermes awards by the Greater Dayton Advertising Association and two Silver ADDYs from the District Five Advertising Federation. In 2011, Matt received a Dayton Business Journal Forty Under 40 award, which honors the region s up-and-coming leaders. Matt was named Educator of the Year by the Greater Dayton Advertising Association in 2009 and Matt serves as vice president, creative director, and instructor, teaching Graphic Design. Nathan Summers, Vice President of Student Affairs & Director of Human Resources Mr. Summers has a Bachelor s of Science Degree in Biology from the University of Notre Dame. Nathan has served SAA in a variety of positions over the last 14 years. He now serves as vice president, registrar, and director of human resources. Sondra Armstrong, Admissions Assistant Ms. Armstrong has a BS and MA in Organizational Management, and eight years of experience in college recruiting. Sondra works on the admissions team, scheduling visits with prospective students. Sally Athmer, Librarian & Editor Ms. Athmer has a Bachelor Degree in English from Bowling Green State University. She has experience in both public school libraries and college libraries. She worked in the educational publishing field for more than fifteen years as an editor, and has experience in technical writing and newsmagazine publishing. Sally is the SAA librarian and also assists staff and students with researching, editing, and proofreading. Natasha Baker, Admissions Assistant Ms. Baker holds a BA in Communications from the University of Dayton. She has experience in public relations and communications management, and magazine editing, and has served as an advertising agency account executive. Natasha works on the admissions team. Mariesa Bloom, Assistant Admissions Director Ms. Bloom has an Associate Degree in marketing management from Sinclair Community College and a Bachelor Degree from Wright State University in management information systems and management. She has experience in marketing, public relations, social media, and event planning. Mariesa conducts admissions interviews, plans admissions events, and assists with college admissions strategy. Michael Bonilla, Instructor Mr. Bonilla has 40+ years of experience in advertising and fine art. His awardwinning paintings are sought after nationally and internationally. During his career, he has received many advertising illustration awards from: New York Art Director s Club, The Visual Club N.Y., Print Regional Design Annual, Art Director s Club of Cincinnati, CSCA, Greater Dayton Advertising Association, and others. His work has been featured in many exhibits, most recently in the Annual Dayton Area Works on Paper juried show at Rosewood Gallery in Kettering. Michael teaches traditional drawing and painting, and oversees the Fine Art Club. Alexis Branham, Instructor Ms. Branham is a 2005 graduate of SAA, and has 10 years of experience in graphic design and web design. As a senior web designer with private firms, she handled project management and specialized in front-end development. Clients include Purina, Scotts Lawn Care, Ford, P&G, United Way, Midmark, Dayton Children s Hospital, CareSource, Newpage, and Holloway Sportswear. Alexis teaches Web Design. Jon Brooks, Instructor Mr. Brooks is a member of the first graduating class of SAA, and has 28 years of experience in the advertising field. As Director of Creative Services at Hafenbrack Marketing, Genessa Health Marketing, and Oxiem Brand Interactions, Jon produces strategic and creative marketing solutions. In addition to overseeing the firm s creative output, he s hands-on in design, illustration, and art direction, and has won regional and national advertising awards. Jon teaches Advanced Typography. 35

38 FACULTY & STAFF Kim Coughnour, Instructor Ms. Coughnour is owner of Red Leaf Photography, and has over 23 years of experience in film and digital photography, specializing in portrait and commercial work. She has a Diploma in Professional Photography from the Ohio Institute of Photography, where she taught for many years. At SAA, Kim teaches Photography. Robin Crum, Instructor Ms. Crum holds both an MA and a BA in History of Art from the University of Michigan. She has many years of teaching experience at the University of Dayton, and also worked as Coordinator of Public Programs for the Dayton Art Institute. Active in promoting arts in the community, she speaks several languages. Robin teaches Art History. Tracy Gardner, Financial Aid Director Ms. Gardner has 20+ years experience in higher education. Throughout her career she has worked in financial aid, career services, and recruiting. She serves as financial aid director, managing the financial aid process and administering student accounts. Cathy Graves, Admissions Coordinator Ms. Graves has been working with children and young adults for nearly 30 years. She calls prospective students and schedules interviews with the admissions team, and also coordinates the admissions process. Cathy enjoys sharing what SAA has to offer with prospective students and hearing them get excited about their future plans. Amanda Green, Instructor Ms. Green holds a BA in English and an MA in Composition and Rhetoric from Wright State University. She has extensive experience as a technical writer, as well as in teaching English at the college level. Amanda has been nominated by students and recognized for excellence in teaching. She teaches English Composition and Creative Writing. 36 Carla Hale, Instructor Ms. Hale holds a BS in Marketing from Wright State University, and has over six years of experience in marketing and social media management. Carla is the Director of Client Services at C-3 Group in Dayton, and was awarded Best Social Media Rep by the Dayton American Advertising Federation in Carla teaches Marketing. Nate Hansen, Recruiter Mr. Hansen holds an MBA from Everest University, and a teaching degree from Buena Vista University. He is also a graduate of Iowa Lakes Community College, where he was a member of the Laker golf team. Nate has 9 years of experience in academic and athletic recruiting. Abbie Heaney, Admissions, Marketing, & Facilities Coordinator Ms. Heaney coordinates the admissions process and marketing campaigns, as well as the work necessary to ensure a safe and comfortable facility. As Housing Coordinator, she meets with area apartment communities so that she can inform students of rental opportunities. Prior to coming to SAA, Abbie attended Smith College and worked in the travel industry for over 20 years. Karen Abney Korn, PhD, Director of Education & Instructor Dr. Korn earned a PhD at the University of Dayton in Educational Leadership in Her previous education includes an MA in Anthropology from Indiana University, and a BA in Art History from the University of Cincinnati, DAAP. Her academic research agenda includes: student use of social media, alternative models of higher education, sustainability studies, social movements, and student activism on campus. As director of education, Karen s duties include preparation of the academic curriculum and supervision of all academic instructors. She teaches Art History and History of Advertising in America. Jennifer Patterson Lorenzetti, Instructor Ms. Lorenzetti holds an MS in College Student Personnel Services and a BA in History, both from Miami University. The owner of Hilltop Communications, she has 16 years of experience in technical, corporate, and magazine copywriting; marketing research; editing; and professional speaking. She teaches History of Advertising in America. Harriet Meehan, Instructor Ms. Meehan holds an MA in Management from Antioch University McGregor and a BA in Communication Design from Carnegie Mellon University. She has over fourteen years of experience in marketing, including strategic planning and corporate positioning. As founder and CEO of Spark Services, she works with both corporate and nonprofit clients to improve revenue growth and marketing effectiveness. Harriet teaches Marketing. Kelly Mercer, Instructor & Admissions Specialist Ms. Mercer, a graduate of the University of Dayton, has nearly a decade of experience as an award-winning producer and media design director, working for TV stations and advertising agencies in the Dayton region. Kelly has worked with The WB and CW Networks, The Daily Buzz, and various clients across the U.S. Her awards include three Emmy Awards from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, eight Gold and more than 30 Silver and Bronze ADDY awards, and various other awards for writing, editing, and producing. She serves as the Executive Vice President for the Ohio Valley Region of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Kelly teaches Video and Motion Design and is also an admissions specialist. Lindsey Meredith, Instructor Ms. Meredith earned an AAS in Visual Communications from Sinclair Community College. She has more than 11 years of experience as a graphic designer, illustrator, and Web designer, and has taught design at the University of Dayton. Lindsey teaches Introduction to Applications.

39 Michelle Moor, Instructor Ms. Moor earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the Columbus College of Art and Design, where she majored in Advertising Design. Her professional advertising career spans 20+ years, including positions as graphic designer, art director, and creative director at various art studios and advertising agencies. She has been awarded numerous national graphic design and marketing awards. Michelle teaches Graphic Design. Tony Neary, Instructor Mr. Neary holds an Associate of Arts degree in Visual Communications from Al Collins in Arizona. Tony was founder and creative director of an award-winning design firm in Cincinnati and now owns a new design company. His past experience includes serving as design director with Deskey in Cincinnati, and as art director with both Jacobson Rost in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Krueger Marketing in Champaign, Illinois. He has worked with clients such as P&G, GoPro, NBA, ArtWorks, Kroger, Coca-Cola, and Bicycle. Tony teaches Graphic Design. Sam Parker, Instructor Ms. Parker holds a BA in Public Relations from Franklin College. She has several years of experience as a marketing coordinator and manager for Commuter Advertising, whose national clients include McDonald s, Burger King, and Yuengling. Sam has served as a marketing and social media lecturer at Miami University, and teaches marketing at SAA. Craig Patrick, IT Administrator Mr. Patrick s career spans 30+ years in the graphic arts industry with responsibilities ranging from customer service manager to vice president of the largest typographer in Cincinnati. Craig owns an IT business targeting the educational and graphic art industries. He is responsible for IT functions and system maintenance and also assists students with hardware and software issues. Roxann Patrick, Director of Career Services Ms. Patrick has over 30 years of experience in graphic design, marketing, and advertising. She has received more than 100 ADDY awards, and many other awards from DMA, Graphic Design USA, WBENC, the New York Times, and Cox Newspapers. Roxann works with graphic design professionals and professional associations, exploring ways SAA can meet their unique needs. She mentors students and learns their individual strengths in order to match the talents of SAA graduates with opportunities available in the design industry. Andrea Renner, Recruitment Coordinator & Recruiter Ms. Renner is a 2004 graduate of SAA, and has worked as a senior computer graphics artist for The Berry Company located in Dayton, Ohio. Andrea is currently serving as both recruitment coordinator and as a recruiter for SAA. She also works as a freelance photographer and graphic designer with clients to create print advertising. Wil Rowland, Recruiter Mr. Rowland graduated from Cecil Community College in Northeast Maryland with three degrees in art: Graphic Design, Drawing/Painting, and Ceramics/Sculpture. Wil is an award-winning artist and has had work published by Word Aflame Publications, created COSI s mascot design, and continues to work as a freelance artist. Wil is currently a recruiter and loves sharing the world of art with students. Rachel Summers, Admissions Assistant Ms. Summers has 13+ years experience in financial aid administration, office management, and legal assistance. She has held a variety of positions at SAA, and currently works as an admissions assistant. Allison Thompson, Recruiter Ms. Thompson is a 2004 graduate of SAA. She most recently worked for seven years as a senior graphic artist at Berry Network in Dayton, Ohio. She also works as a freelance artist in print advertising. Allison loves meeting new students and seeing the awesome talent they possess. Karen Walker, Admissions Assistant Ms. Walker is a graduate of Bowling Green State University. She has been teaching in the Dayton area for over 20 years and has lived in Kettering, Ohio, her entire life. Ms. Walker calls prospective students and schedules interviews with the admissions team. Karen loves to see the beautiful artwork and talk with prospective students about their future goals and dreams. Anthony Wartinger, Instructor Mr. Wartinger holds an Associate Degree of Applied Business in Advertising Art from SAA. Since graduating in 2009 he has worked as a senior web designer, most recently for Fine Citizens, a design agency in Columbus. Clients include Nationwide Insurance, Columbus Zoo, Victoria s Secret, DSW, and McGraw-Hill. Anthony teaches Web Design. Betsy Woods, Director of Communications, Instructor, & Admissions Specialist Ms. Woods holds a BS in Communications and Media Studies from Manchester College. She has experience in media relations, public relations, and marketing communications, as well as video and sound production. Betsy handles public relations and social media for SAA, conducts admissions interviews, and teaches Professional Communication. 37

40 RULES & REGULATIONS ATTENDANCE POLICY Students with more than four unexcused absences from any course will automatically fail that course, with the exception of PRO299 Externship. Students with more than two unexcused absences from the PRO299 Externship course will automatically fail that course. A student is considered absent if not in the assigned classroom at the beginning and end of each period of class. Students out of class for 10 minutes or longer will be marked absent. A student, at the discretion of an instructor, may be granted verbal permission to be out of class for a period of time that exceeds 10 minutes, to be working on course projects outside of the classroom. Note that if such permission is not granted, the student will be marked absent. Sleeping during class is not permitted. If any student is observed sleeping by an instructor, the student is immediately dismissed for the remainder of the class. This dismissal is recorded as an unexcused absence. Excused Absences The following is a list, which includes, but is not limited to, absences from regular classes that SAA may possibly excuse. All decisions regarding excused absences from regular classes are at the discretion of the President of SAA. Formal documentation must be submitted to SAA to verify that they conform to the requirements listed here. Documentation must include a phone number, which SAA may call for verification. Hospital care/surgery Medical appointments Death of immediate family member Funeral service and visitation Required court appearance Jury duty 38 Note: This list is subject to change at any time. Excused absences will be evaluated, and possibly limited, at the discretion of the president. Excused absences will be reviewed on a caseby-case basis for the Externship course. SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS POLICY Students receive a numeric grade for assignments, a term average grade for each course, and a cumulative grade point average. In order to make satisfactory progress toward an Associate Degree, students are required to pass each course with a 77% term average or higher and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher at the end of each term. Students are informed of their academic progress twice during each semester and at the end of each term by receiving either an interim grade report or a final grade report that lists their term average grade in each course and cumulative GPA. GRADING POLICY Students receive reports of their grades at the end of each term. SAA uses the following grading scale: A Excellent B Good C Satisfactory 0 76 F Failing REGRADE POLICY Year One students are permitted to redo one assignment within a technical course per semester. The assignment may be redone once with the second grade substituted for the first, if better. Please note that a redo assignment will be graded no higher than 77%. In other words, any assignment receiving a grade of 77% or higher does not qualify for a redo. All redo assignments are due by 5pm on the last day of each semester and must be submitted to the Librarian. Students are not permitted to redo any assignment within the general education or applied general education courses. Year Two students are not permitted to submit redo assignments. LATE PROJECT POLICY Ten [10] points will be deducted from the original grade each day a project is late. For example, if the original grade is 87% and the project is turned in two days late, the final grade will be 67%. If a student has an excused absence on the day a project is due, the student may turn in the project to the librarian by 3:30pm on the day the student returns, without losing points. If the absence is unexcused, the student will lose ten points for each day the project is late. Only the student may turn in the project. In other words, no other person may turn in the project for the student. It is the sole responsibility of the student to personally hand the project to the librarian. It is not the responsibility of the SAA instructor or librarian to request the student to turn in the assignment. MAKE-UP POLICY Listed below are two circumstances where a student may qualify for a make-up schedule. Attendance Make-up Policy If a student is absent for three or more complete consecutive days, the student may develop a make-up plan with each instructor whose projects were affected by the student s absence. The registrar will accept or deny the request for a make-up schedule agreement based upon, but not limited to, the following: current term status of the student s attendance, grades, and regular scheduled class time remaining in the term. If the student does not meet the deadline for make-up work, the policy regarding late projects goes into effect.

41 Please note that if a student is not able to return to college before the end of any term in either Year One or Year Two, the student will not have the opportunity to make up any missed project[s]. If the student fails due to zeroes on projects, the rules regarding failure go into effect. Hardware Make-up Policy If a student s laptop or digital camera requires unavoidable maintenance or repair, the student may develop a make-up plan with each instructor whose projects were affected by the student s hardware issues. The student must provide written proof to the registrar [invoice or work order] listing the dates of their hardware s maintenance. After supplying written proof, the student must request a make-up schedule agreement from the registrar and negotiate new due dates with instructors. The student has one week from the date their hardware maintenance issues are resolved to complete the make-up schedule agreement. If the student does not meet the deadline for make-up work, the policy regarding late projects goes into effect. Please note that if a student is not able to resolve their hardware maintenance issues before the end of any term in either Year One or Year Two, the student will not have the opportunity to make up any missed project[s]. If the student fails due to receiving zeroes on projects, the rules regarding failure go into effect. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY The School of Advertising Art promotes a high level of academic integrity to ensure that students master the required skills needed for employment after graduation and to set a strong foundation for the future careers of its graduates. Students are responsible for meeting the SAA Standards of Academic Integrity and will face discipline if these standards are violated. Standards of Academic Integrity The School of Advertising Art expects students to complete all assignments with a high level of academic integrity by respecting the work of others and presenting their own work honestly. Students are responsible for understanding the requirements of each assignment regarding research, writing, collaborative work, the appropriateness of collaboration, and other issues. Violations and Consequences Plagiarism Violation Students are prohibited from plagiarizing the work of another and submitting it as their own. Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, the presenting as one s own: ideas, designs, drawings, photography, Web coding, or words of another. SAA shall have the sole discretion to determine whether a student s work is plagiarism. If there is any suspicion on the part of the instructor regarding whether the work being turned in is the student s work, SAA reserves the right to verify its origin in the following ways: 1. Reviewing the source files for the assignment[s]. 2. Requiring the student to demonstrate their skills in front of their instructor and/or other SAA faculty and staff. 3. Requiring the student to show thumbnails, notes, research materials, and/or brainstorming materials used in the creation of the assignment[s]. A student who has submitted a plagiarized assignment[s] shall be subject to, but not limited to, the following consequences: 1. Plagiarism [first time]: The student will receive a written warning and will be required to redo and submit the assignment[s] by the end of term in order to qualify for a regrade. Regrade may not exceed 77%. 2. Plagiarism [second time]: The student will be immediately and permanently dismissed, with no option of returning to SAA. 3. Final grades from previous SAA terms will be subject to change. 4. If a student fails a course after the regraded plagiarized assignment[s] is calculated into his or her course grade, the student will fail such course[s] according to rules and regulations regarding grading in this catalog. 5. Any student who receives a written warning for plagiarizing an assignment[s] will not be eligible for the SAA Honors List or Dean s List. Cheating Violation Students are prohibited from cheating on assignments. Cheating includes, but is not limited to, submitting assignments containing falsified data, using unauthorized aids to complete assignments, receiving inappropriate assistance from another, and copying the work of another. SAA shall have the sole discretion to determine whether a student has cheated on an assignment. If there is any suspicion on the part of the instructor regarding whether a student has cheated, SAA reserves the right to verify the origin of the student s work in the following ways: 1. Reviewing the source files for the assignment[s]. 2. Requiring the student to demonstrate their skills in front of their instructor and/or other SAA faculty and staff. 3. Requiring the student to show thumbnails, notes, research materials, and/or brainstorming materials used in the creation of the assignment[s]. A student who has cheated shall be subject to, but not limited to, the following consequences: 1. Cheating [first time]: The student will receive a written warning and will be required to redo and submit 39

42 RULES & REGULATIONS the assignment[s] by the end of term in order to qualify for a regrade. Regrade may not exceed 77%. 2. Cheating [second time]: The student will be immediately and permanently dismissed, with no option of returning to SAA. 3. Final grades from previous SAA terms will be subject to change. 4. If a student fails a course after the regraded assignment[s] is calculated into his or her course grade, the student will fail such course[s] according to rules and regulations regarding grading in this catalog. 5. Any student who receives a written warning for cheating on an assignment[s] will not be eligible for the SAA Honors List or Dean s List. Inappropriate Assistance Violation SAA promotes collaboration in the classroom and on assignments when deemed appropriate by instructors. Students are prohibited from assisting other students on individual assignments or aiding other students in presenting their work dishonestly. Inappropriate assistance includes, but is not limited to, assisting others on individual assignments and allowing another student to submit one s work as their own. SAA shall have the sole discretion to determine whether a student has provided inappropriate assistance to others on an assignment. If there is any suspicion on the part of the instructor regarding whether a student has provided inappropriate assistance to another student on an assignment, SAA reserves the right to verify the origin of the assignment in the following ways: 1. Reviewing the source files for the assignment[s] of the student thought to have provided inappropriate assistance, as well as source files for the assignment[s] of the student thought to have received inappropriate assistance Requiring the student thought to have provided inappropriate assistance, as well as the student thought to have received inappropriate assistance to show thumbnails, notes, research materials, and/or brainstorming materials used in the creation of the assignment[s]. A student who has provided inappropriate assistance to another student on an assignment[s] shall be subject to, but not limited to, the following consequences: 1. Inappropriate Assistance [first time]: The student will receive a written warning. 2. Inappropriate Assistance [second time]: The student will be immediately and permanently dismissed, with no option of returning to SAA. 3. Final grades from previous SAA terms will be subject to change. 4. Any student who receives a written warning for providing inappropriate assistance to another student on an assignment[s] will not be eligible for the SAA Honors List or Dean s List. Second Violation of Any Type A second violation of SAA Standards of Academic Integrity, whether the violation is the same type of violation as the first offense or a different type of violation, will result in the student being immediately and permanently dismissed, with no option of returning to SAA PROBATION POLICY A student is placed on probation if either the student s average in any course drops below 77% or if the student fails to earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher when interim grade reports are distributed and at the end of each term. A student placed on probation remains on probation until the student earns a 77% in each course and a cumulative GPA of 2.0. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Successful completion of all courses with a 77% term average or higher and a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher are required. Full payment of all tuition and fees are also required for graduation. Upon graduation, each student will receive an Associate Degree of Applied Business in Advertising Art documenting his/her education at the School of Advertising Art. Associate Degrees are presented to the graduating students at the SAA graduation ceremony. FAILURE POLICY A term average below 77% in any course or a cumulative grade point average below 2.0 is considered failing. Students are not eligible for graduation until they pass each course and earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0. Students who fail a course by earning a term average below 77% or do not complete a course are encouraged to make up the course either by repeating the course at SAA or by successfully completing (with a grade of B or better) a comparable course at another institution of higher education. This transfer course is subject to the same rules and regulations as any other course transferred into SAA. The student must check with the Director of Education before registering for a course at another college to ensure compliance with SAA requirements. At the discretion of the Director of Education, the student may also repeat the course by independent study with an academic instructor in the discipline. Students interested in pursuing this option are encouraged to meet with the Director of Education as soon as possible. After the student successfully completes the failed course, the passing grade will replace the original grade. The student s grade point average then reflects the

43 most current completed courses. If a student fails a course on the second attempt, the student is not able to re-take the course and will not be eligible for graduation. Students may repeat failed courses by registering for any course within 150% (3 years from the initial start date of the program) of the program length. If students request to repeat a course beyond 150% of the program length, the president must approve registration for the course. WITHDRAWAL POLICY Students who withdraw from a course on or before the last day of week 1 of classes will receive no notation on their transcript about enrollment in the course. Students who withdraw from a course between the first day of week 2 of the term and the last day of week 14 of the term will receive a transcript notation of W. Students who withdraw from a course from the first day of week 15 through the end of the term will receive a WP if their class average is passing at the time of withdrawal and a WF if their class average is failing at the time of withdrawal. Grades of W, WP, and WF are not calculated into the final GPA. Students who wish to permanently leave SAA with no intention of returning are able to withdraw from SAA. The student is required to meet with SAA s Director of Financial Aid to complete any necessary paperwork and to arrange for payment of any remaining balance on their account. Students who have officially withdrawn but who wish to return to SAA must go through SAA s Readmission Policy. LEAVE OF ABSENCE POLICY Students who wish to take up to two semesters off, with the intention of returning to SAA to complete the program at a later date, are able to take a leave of absence from SAA. Students may choose to take a leave of absence for a variety of reasons, including health or financial reasons, or other life circumstances. These students are encouraged to meet with SAA administration to discuss their options and to learn how a leave of absence will affect their progress through the program and their projected graduation date. Students will be asked to complete a leave of absence form for their academic and financial aid files. Taking a leave of absence from classes may affect a student s financial aid. In accordance with federal regulations, the Director of Financial Aid will recalculate the student s Title IV eligibility based on the student s final date of attendance prior to their leave of absence. The student is responsible for any remaining balance due after this recalculation. Students may take one leave of absence from SAA for a maximum of two full consecutive semesters (for the purposes of the Leave of Absence Policy, Spring Term is considered a part of Semester 2). In the case that a student was not enrolled in courses or withdraws from all courses in a semester, that semester will count as one full semester of leave. Student saa.edu addresses remain active during the student s leave of absence. Any revisions or addendums to SAA s curriculum, policies, or procedures apply to students returning from a leave of absence. Students returning from any leave of absence must contact the SAA administration for the purposes of financial aid and course scheduling. If a student is absent in excess of the two full semesters allowed by the Leave of Absence Policy, SAA s Readmission Policy will apply. READMISSION POLICY A student who has completed one or more terms and has withdrawn for a period of one term or more may be permitted to re-enter the following year, at the discretion of the President of SAA. The student may be required to forfeit previously completed terms. To be considered for readmission, students must meet the criteria of having paid all past fees, and they must not have exhibited conduct detrimental to the education or welfare of other students or themselves, extreme absenteeism, or destruction of property. When the student repeats a term or a course, the new grades replace the grades for the failing term. If the student returns and fails an additional term, the President of SAA will make the final decision regarding readmission. Approval for Readmission The President of SAA will evaluate and make the decision to approve any requests for readmission. The president will consider the work ethic, attitude, and motivation that were exhibited by the student while attending SAA. A student granted readmission may be required to take additional terms of instruction for programs and/or courses that have been added since the student attended SAA due to changes in the curriculum. REQUIRED COMPLETION RATE No part-time program is available. Thus all students are advised to complete the Associate Degree Program in the prescribed two-year period. STUDENT CANCELLATION/ TERMINATION POLICY Applicants who have not visited the school prior to enrollment will have the opportunity to withdraw without penalty within three business days following either the regularly scheduled orientation procedures or following a tour of the school facilities and inspection of equipment where training and services are provided. 41

44 RULES & REGULATIONS All monies paid by an applicant must be refunded if requested within five days after signing an enrollment agreement and making an initial payment. An applicant requesting cancellation more than five days after signing an enrollment agreement and making an initial payment, but prior to entering the school, is entitled to a refund of all monies paid minus the enrollment fee. REFUND POLICIES No payments will be accepted by SAA until a student is formally accepted and an enrollment agreement is completed. All tuition and fees paid are refundable prior to the commencement of classes, with the exception of the enrollment fee. The $100 enrollment fee [$50 before December 31] is refundable if the college is notified in writing within 5 days of signing the enrollment agreement, but prior to the commencement of classes. A student s enrollment may be terminated temporarily or permanently by SAA for nonpayment of tuition and fees. Refunds will be made within 30 days of the date of withdrawal determination and may be credited to a student s account. SAA will calculate refunds under the Statutory Pro Rata Refund Policy [first-time, first-term students only] or State of Ohio Refund Policy and the Institutional Refund Policy. The method providing the most favorable refund to the student will be used. All refunds are based on the specific amounts of each term s tuition and fees. Each semester is 15 weeks. A student who wishes to withdraw from the college must notify the SAA Director of Financial Aid either in writing, in person, or by phone. In the absence of any notification a student will be assumed to have withdrawn after 10 consecutive days of absence. Statutory Pro Rata Refund Policy [This applies only to students in the first payment period, first term, of their first year]. Withdrawal within the first 60% of the term - Pro Rata refund less any unpaid charges. Return of Title IV Funds Policy For any student terminating their program of study after entering the School of Advertising Art and before completing at least 60% of the payment period or period of enrollment [the term the student was currently enrolled in], the statutory Return of Title IV Funds policy will be implemented. This policy will calculate the amount of financial aid funds earned by the student during their enrollment. The School of Advertising Art will calculate the amount of Title IV aid that was earned based on a payment period basis [per term]. Refunds will continue to be calculated by the enrollment period. The institution will determine: 1. The Title IV aid disbursed or that could have been disbursed. 2. The percentage of Title IV aid earned by the student. 3. The amount of Title IV aid earned by the student. 4. The total Title IV aid to be disbursed or returned. 5. The amount of unearned Title IV aid to be returned by the School of Advertising Art. 6. The amount of unearned Title IV funds to be returned by the School of Advertising Art. 7. The initial amount of unearned Title IV funds to be returned by the student. 8. The final amount of unearned Title IV funds to be returned to each program by the student. The following is the SAA policy for refunds back to Title IV programs: 1. First to receive refund: Federal Direct Loans, up to amount disbursed. 2. Second to receive refund: Federal Direct PLUS, up to amount disbursed. 3. Third to receive refund: Pell, up to amount disbursed. 4. Fourth to receive refund: Student. The student will be responsible for any tuition, fees, books, or equipment not covered by Title IV funds. INFORMATION REGARDING THIRD-PARTY REFUNDS/RETURN OF FUNDS The best source of information regarding third-party refunds or return of funds is the Director of Financial Aid. Important information is also available in the document titled The Student Guide, for the current financial aid year from the U.S. Department of Education. State of Ohio Refund Policy Withdrawal within 1st calendar week: 75% Refunded Withdrawal within 2nd calendar week: 50% Refunded Withdrawal within 3rd calendar week: 25% Refunded Withdrawal within 4th calendar week: 0% Refunded Institutional Refund Policy Withdrawal within 1st calendar week: 25% Retained Withdrawal within 2nd calendar week: 50% Retained Withdrawal within 3rd calendar week: 75% Retained Withdrawal within 4th calendar week: 100% Retained 42

45 Special Cases In case of a prolonged illness, accident, or a death in the family, a judgment will be made by the President of SAA to consider as to whether a refund is fair and reasonable to both parties. Fees for special projects will be refunded in full if the projects the fees were intended to cover have not begun. All late fees are nonrefundable. LATE FEES When tuition and fees are not paid on or before the due date, a late fee is assessed. A $25 late fee is assessed for payments made 2 10 days late, and a $50 late fee is assessed for payments made thereafter. All late fees are nonrefundable. LATE BALANCE If a student s SAA tuition balance has not been paid in full by the 15th business day of the current term, that student will be immediately dismissed from SAA and receive no credit for any courses taken. An exception may be made if one of the following special circumstances applies: 1. Student has initiated a consultation with the SAA Financial Aid Director, prior to the above deadline. 2. Student has met with the SAA Financial Aid Director and arranged a comprehensive payment plan for the total balance of their tuition, prior to the above deadline. 3. Student has returned all requested financial aid paperwork to the SAA Financial Aid Director to be processed, prior to the above deadline. 4. Student and SAA Financial Aid Director have made a payment agreement and student is currently showing cooperation in said agreement, prior to the above deadline. The student s balance, including all fees, must be paid by graduation. If a student has an outstanding balance at the time of graduation, the student will be permitted to walk at the graduation ceremony, but their Associate Degree will be withheld until their balance has been paid in full. SUPPLIES Students are required to purchase a variety of art supplies. SAA has arranged with United Art and Education to provide art kits that contain the needed and required supplies. If a student has been informed that their financial aid being processed by SAA will not pay for their required art kit, the student is required to purchase the art kit by check or money order [payable to SAA] on the first day of the term. If a student s financial aid paperwork is being processed, but is not completed as of the first day of class in the current term, the student is obligated to purchase the art kit on the first day of the term. When the student s financial aid paperwork is completed and if it is determined that the financial aid may cover all or part of the art kit fee, the student will be reimbursed at such time. If the student does not pay the full amount for the art kit, he/she will not receive the kit. Note: The student will be unable to begin design projects without the art kit. If the student has not purchased the art kit by 3:30pm on the fourth school day of the term, the student will be dismissed from SAA. LIBRARY RULES & REGULATIONS Students have access to the SAA library and SAA printers only while the college is open and specifically during the following hours: Monday through Thursday, 8am to 5pm; Friday, 8am to 3:30pm. All books and materials may be checked out for one day and must be returned on their due date or renewed. Knowing the correct due date is the responsibility of the student. Removing any materials from the library without checking them out is grounds for immediate and permanent dismissal from SAA. Late fees are $1.00 per day. If an item is not returned within two days of its due date or returned damaged, the cost of the item will be added to the student s account. All library fees must be paid in full in order to qualify for entering the next term and in order to graduate. DRESS CODE Students who choose to wear clothing with offensive, inappropriate, or racist statements, or clothing that does not cover their bodies appropriately, may be dismissed for the day with penalty of an unexcused absence. PRINTING ABUSE Use of the color printers will be monitored. Excessive use or abuse by an individual student will be addressed by administration and additional fees may be required. STUDENTS RIGHTS Students rights include, but are not limited to, the following: access to their college records, confidentiality regarding personal data, and the appeal of any grade they believe to be unfair. CONDUCT AND DISMISSAL The School of Advertising Art reserves the right to permanently dismiss any student whose conduct is detrimental: to the learning environment within the classroom, to the well-being of fellow students and/or faculty members, to the appearance or structure of the college facility; or who otherwise displays conduct detrimental to his/her own progress in learning and ultimate success in advertising art. Students may also be dismissed for exhibiting poor progress, financial delinquency, or excessive absenteeism. In the event that dismissal becomes necessary, SAA will adhere to the approved refund policies. 43

46 RULES & REGULATIONS PROPERTY DAMAGE Damage to SAA property is prohibited. This includes all SAA property and belongings, such as vending machines, furniture, equipment, carpeting, computer hardware or software, parking lot, lawn, etc. Action taken following any physical damage inflicted on the aforementioned may include payment for damage and permanent dismissal from SAA. Permanent dismissal of any student may be determined by the amount of monetary damage to SAA property and is at the discretion of the President of SAA. WARNING AGAINST ILLEGAL DOWNLOADING Students must not illegally download creative content, including but not limited to any licensed materials or intellectual property of another, music, movies, or other entertainment media using the Internet connection provided by the School of Advertising Art. It is against the law, and also against SAA policy to illegally download such materials. If it is discovered that a student has ignored this ban on downloading, the student takes full responsibility for his/her actions and will indemnify and hold harmless the School of Advertising Art, Inc. including all costs, attorney fees, or lost instructor and/or administration staff fees associated with the defense of any claim. FIELD TRIPS Field trips to advertising agencies, design studios, printers, museums, etc. are not required. However, it is recommended that students participate in such trips away from SAA in the presence of an instructor. Valuable information may be learned by students who choose to attend these field trips. SAA holds no responsibility for a student s safety, personal belongings, or well-being. 44 Students will not hold SAA liable for any injuries incurred traveling to, returning from, and while participating in such optional field trips. If the student does not attend the field trip, the student will be required to complete additional work and/or remain in class during the time of the field trip or he/she will be considered absent. RECREATIONAL OR SPORTS RELATED ACTIVITIES ON SAA PROPERTY SAA provides various leisure and sports equipment for students who choose to participate in recreational activity on the physical property of SAA. Please note that SAA holds no responsibility for a student s well-being at SAA, neither inside the building nor on the outside physical property at any time. DRUG FREE SCHOOL & WORKPLACE POLICY The unlawful possession, use, or distribution of alcohol or illicit drugs in the building, on school property including the parking lot, or in connection with any college activity is strictly prohibited. This prohibition applies to all SAA students, their guests, and all employees. Legal Sanctions Persons suspected of violating laws dealing with alcohol or illicit drugs can be charged under local, state, or federal laws. In Kettering, Ohio, charges are usually brought under the laws of the State of Ohio if you are arrested by the Kettering Police Department. Examples of State of Ohio Drug and Alcohol Penalties 1. Trafficking of drugs Mandatory minimum fine of up to $20,000; 6 months to ten years imprisonment. If the offense is on the grounds of a school, penalties are more severe. 2. Possession of cocaine 6 months to 10 years imprisonment and a maximum fine of $20,000 for first-time offenders. 3. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated 3 days mandatory imprisonment to a maximum of 6 months; license suspension, up to $1,000 fine, 6 points on driver s license, and high-risk insurance [average yearly cost of $1,500 $2,000]. Examples of Health Risks There are various risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol. Some of the more common problems are listed here: 1. Marijuana: Use can lead to an increase in heart rate up to 50%, acute anxiety, and tremendous mood swings. There is a potential for long-term physical and psychological damage. 2. Cocaine: Use can effect the brain in seconds and can result in heart or respiratory failure. 3. Crack: Use can lead to deep depression and intense dependency in a short period of time. 4. Amphetamines: Use increases heart and breathing rates, raises blood pressure while causing blurred vision, dizziness, lack of sleep, and anxiety. Body chemistry is upset, which can lead to long-term physical problems. 5. Alcohol: Use can lead to a false and misleading feeling of confidence and control. Liver, brain, heart and stomach destruction goes on even without apparent symptoms. Use for a period of time often causes dependency and may be fatal. Symptoms of intoxication include dizziness, blurred vision, staggering, delayed reflexes, and bad judgment due to the feeling of confidence. 6. Heroin: Effects can include liver disease, kidney disease, pulmonary complications, skin abscesses, respiratory failure, and accidental overdose.

47 Referral Assistance Policy Help is available to employees and students struggling with substance abuse. SAA offers a completely confidential employee and student referral program. Contact Nathan Summers, SAA Vice President, for further information on organizations providing counseling and/or treatment. Any student who is a drug or alcohol offender may have disciplinary action imposed by the college. These sanctions may include: mandatory counseling, mandatory attendance at a local treatment center, mandatory completion of a drug rehabilitation program, mandatory probationary period not to exceed one month, discharge from employment, or expulsion from college. Students should be aware that illegal drug trafficking and/or possession may seriously affect their qualification for educational financial aid. CAMPUS SAFETY & ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT The School of Advertising Art is required to provide the following information under the Federal Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of This information is current as of September 18, The term campus as used in this section refers to all SAA property including the classrooms, offices, parking lot, and grounds. Any student, faculty, or staff member witnessing a crime or other emergency situation will immediately report the situation to the President of SAA who will contact the proper authorities. If the President of SAA is not available, students will report the situation to another faculty member who will then contact the proper authorities or call the Kettering Police [ ] or 911. In order to promote campus safety, students are allowed access to the campus only during regular business hours. The School of Advertising Art has no personnel designated as Security Personnel and has no special working relationship with State or Local Law Enforcement agencies. In the absence of School of Advertising Art personnel or faculty members, any student witnessing a crime on the School of Advertising Art campus should promptly and accurately report it to the Kettering Police. All students and faculty members are responsible for maintaining the safety of their own property and persons. Students are advised to mark all personal property with their name. Vehicles should be locked at all times. Theft of any property, removal of any materials from the library without being checked out, or any other actions or behaviors that violate the law, rights, or property of others may be grounds for immediate dismissal. This notice is the only time these issues will be addressed. Number of arrests for the following crimes on campus during the current and previous two calendar years: Liquor Law Violations: 0 Drug Abuse Violations: 0 Weapons Possessions: 0 The following list shows the number of reported incidences of the specified crimes on campus during the current and previous two calendar years. Motor Vehicle Theft: 0 Sexual Offenses: 0 Rape: 0 Robbery: 0 Murder: 0 Aggravated Assault: 0 Burglary: 0 The School of Advertising Art does not recognize any off-campus student organizations and thus does not monitor or report any criminal activity other than that occurring on the School of Advertising Art campus. All students are required to read the School of Advertising Art s Drug Free School and Workplace Policy. The only exceptions to this policy are events for SAA alumni and/or professionals. Only individuals who are 21 or older and who can provide valid, legal documentation may consume alcohol at these events. Federal law requires all colleges to publish a policy dealing with sex offenses. The School of Advertising Art does not condone and will not tolerate the commission of any sexual or criminal offense. The School of Advertising Art advises all students to remain alert at all times and to be aware of their surroundings. If at any time you feel unsafe in or upon entering any of the listed campus areas, notify a staff member and they will escort you to your destination on campus. Any student or staff member witnessing or who experiences a sexual offense or assault is advised to immediately report the situation to the president who will contact the proper authorities. Students also have the right to contact the police directly in case of a sexual offense and may have a staff member assist them in doing so. Students wishing education material on rape awareness, acquaintance rape, and other forcible and non-forcible sex offenses are encouraged to call Montgomery County s Victim Witness Program at Victims of sexual assault may meet with the SAA counselor or receive off-campus mental health assistance by contacting a local mental health service organization. WEAPONS POLICY The School of Advertising Art does not permit weapons of any kind on its campus, including the building, surrounding parking lot, and property. Bringing a weapon on campus will result in permanent dismissal. 45

48 RULES & REGULATIONS SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY In addition to the above, the School of Advertising Art does not condone and will not tolerate sexual harassment. In general, sexual harassment is defined as any unwanted sexual remark, any unwanted physical touching, and unwanted exposure to sexual materials. Anyone who feels they have been the victim of sexual harassment should report the incident to the president or counselor immediately. The School of Advertising Art will attempt to assist the victim in resolving any such situation. All parties will be informed of any actions taken. Perpetrators of sexual harassment may be subject to immediate dismissal. ADDITIONAL SECURITY POLICY No recreational sports activities with frisbees, balls, etc. are permitted in the building due to potential injury to people and/or property. Students are advised to participate in such recreational activities away from the building in the lawn area on the east side of the property. No paper cutters of any type or size are permitted at SAA due to obvious safety concerns. No spray adhesives or fixatives are permitted inside the building or outside the building [sidewalks, green space, or in parking lot areas]. No airbrushing is permitted in the building or on the grounds of SAA. CHANGE OF POLICIES SAA reserves the right to change its policies at any time. Policy changes that occur over the summer will be reviewed with new and returning students on the first day of class. When a policy change occurs during the school year, students will be informed of the change in writing, one week before the policy change goes into effect. Students will sign a form indicating that they have been informed of the policy change and it is the responsibility of the student to inform their parents or other interested parties. 46 COMPLAINT/GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE The School of Advertising Art is licensed by the State of Ohio Board of Career Colleges and Schools. If a student feels that a complaint or concern has not been adequately addressed, he/she may follow this three-step procedure. Internal Grievance Process 1. Discuss the concern with an instructor. 2. Discuss the concern with the President of SAA. 3. If after following steps 1 and 2, you still feel that your area of concern has not been adequately addressed, you may contact the Executive Director of the State of Ohio Board of Career Colleges and Schools; 30 East Broad St., Suite 2481; Columbus, OH ; , Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges The School of Advertising Art is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Colleges accredited by ACCSC must have a procedure and operational plan for handling student complaints. If a student feels that the college has not adequately addressed a complaint or concern after following the internal grievance process listed above, the student may consider contacting the Accrediting Commission. All complaints considered by the Commission must be in written form, with permission from the complainant[s] for the Commission to forward a copy of the complaint to the college for a response. The complainant[s] will be kept informed as to the status of the complaint as well as the final resolution by the Commission. Please direct all inquiries to: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges 2101 Wilson Blvd., Suite #302 Arlington, VA // A copy of the Commission s complaint form is available by contacting the SAA Director of Financial Aid. FILING A COMPLAINT WITH THE KENTUCKY COMMISSION ON PROPRIETARY EDUCATION To file a complaint with the Kentucky Commission on Proprietary Education, each person filing must submit a completed Form to File a Complaint (PE-24) to the Kentucky Commission on Proprietary Education by mail to Capital Plaza Tower, Room 302, 500 Mero Street, Frankfort, Kentucky This form can be found on the website at STUDENT PROTECTION FUND FOR KENTUCKY STUDENTS ONLY KRS 165A.450 requires each school licensed by the Kentucky Commission on Proprietary to contribute to a Student Protection Fund which will be used to pay off debt incurred due to the closing of a school, discontinuance of a program, loss of license, or loss of accreditation by a school or program. To file a claim against the Student Protection Fund, each person filing must submit a completed Form for Claims Against the Student Protection Fund. This form can be found on the website at DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS SAA is approved by the State Approving Agency for Veterans Training, Ohio State Department of Education, Columbus, Ohio. Department of Veterans Affairs P.O. Box 4616 Buffalo, NY GIBILL.va.gov; ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY SAA does not discriminate against or deny admission to any person on the grounds of race, age, creed, color, sex, gender identity and expression, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or national origin. Reasonable accommodation will be made for persons with disabilities as required by applicable law.

49 INDEX Academic Integrity...39 Acceptance Accreditation... 1, 24 ACT Scores Admissions Anti-Discrimination Policy...46 Appeal, Financial Aid...22 Application for Admission Applying for Financial Aid...21 Art and Academic Achievement Awards...23 Art Supplies...20 Associate Degree Program Attendance Policy...38 Bachelor Degree Options Books...20 Bus Routes...49 Business Cards and Stationery...20 Business Professionals of America Awards...23 Calendars...32 Campus Safety Career Services...15, Carpooling...30 Change of Policies...46 Class Size...25 Clock Hours...24 College Visit Conduct and Dismissal...43 Cost...20 Counseling Services...31 Course Descriptions Course Schedule Credit Hours...25 Curriculum Dayton Art Institute Membership...30 Department of Veterans Affairs...46 Digital Camera...20 Directions...49 Dress Code...43 Drug Free Policy...44 Early Enrollment Deadline Accounts...31 Employment Assistance...28 Enrollment Enrollment Fee...18, 20 Equipment...25 ESL Requirements Excused Absences...38 Externship... 27, 28 Faculty FAFSA [Free Application for Federal Student Aid]...21 Failure Policy...40 Fall Picnic...33 Federal Direct PLUS Loan...22 Fees Field Trips...44 Financial Aid Financial Aid Checklist...21 Financial Aid Deadlines...22 Fine Art Club...30 Gainful Employment Disclosure...29 GED Score Reports Governor s Show Awards...23 GPA Graduate Employment...28 Graduation Requirements...40 Graduation Rates...25 Graphic Design Positions...29 Grants...22 Grievance Procedure...46 Guest Speakers...33 History...24 Honors Luncheon...33 Housing Assistance...30 How to Enroll Income Potential...15, 29 International Applicants Internship Opportunities...28 Kettering, Ohio... 17, 25 Laptop...20 Late Balance...43 Late Fees...43 Late Project Policy...38 Leave of Absence Policy Length of Program...24 Library Rules and Regulations...43 Loans...22 Location and Facility...25 MacBook Pro...20 Make-up Policy Mission...24 Multicultural Awards...23 Objectives...24 Official College Transcripts Official High School Transcripts Open Houses Orientation...33 Out-of-Pocket Payments...22 Part-Time Jobs...30 Payment Plans...22 Pell Grant...22 Personal Website...20 Philosophy...24 Photography Fee...21 Plagiarism...39 Portfolio Competition Awards for Enrolled Students...23 Portfolio Show...33 Positions Held by Graduates...29 Printing Abuse...43 Printing Fee...21 Probation Policy...40 Program Objectives...24 Property Damage...44 Provision of Reasonable Accommodation...31 Readmission Policy Recreational or Sports Related Activities on SAA Property...44 Refund Policies...42 Regrade Policy...38 Required Completion Rate Return of Title IV Funds Policy...42 Rideshare...30 Roommates...30 Rules and Regulations Safety on Campus SAT Scores Satisfactory Progress Policy...38 Scholarship Resources...23 Scholarships...23 Security Report...45 Sexual Harassment Policy...46 SkillsUSA Awards...23 Software...20 Staff State of Ohio Refund Policy...42 Statutory Pro Rata Refund Policy Student Advising...31 Student Awards...30 Student Complaints...46 Student Events Student Senate...30 Student Services Students Rights...43 Subsidized Federal Direct Loan...22 Supplies...20 Third-party Refunds/ Return of Funds...42 Transcripts Transfer of Credits Tuition...20 Tuition Awards...23 Tuition Reduction...23 Tutoring...31 Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loan...22 Weapons Policy...45 Withdrawal Policy Workforce Investment Act [WIA]...24 YMCA Activity Pass...30 CREDITS Concept and Design: Jessica Barry, Matt Flick, Betsy Woods, Tony Neary, and Candy Niemeyer Editing: Sally Athmer Photography: AGI Studios, John Rossi, and Cody Rayn Printing: Oregon Printing Communications 47

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