CATALOG 2011-2012 - The Art Institutes

accomplishments of the graduating students
and to showcase their work for family, friends,
staff, faculty, employers, and continuing students.
Students must meet the college’s portfolio
standards, develop a marketable resume, and
participate in the Portfolio Review Show or Culinary
Reception in order to meet The Art Institutes
International Minnesota’s graduation requirements.
CAREER SERVICES
The Art Institutes International Minnesota
maintains a complete and comprehensive Career
Services Department. The department staff assists
students in locating and securing part-time and
freelance jobs while attending school, and full-time
field-related employment upon graduation.
GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT
ASSISTANCE
The Art Institutes International Minnesota
does not guarantee employment or any
particular level of compensation following
graduation. The Art Institutes International
Minnesota does, however, offer assistance in
searching for employment opportunities for
qualified graduates at no additional charge.
Job search directories are maintained in the
Career Services Department. The college
develops and maintains employer contacts
through telemarketing, promotional materials,
and recruiting events. Portfolio Review
Shows are held to enhance employment
possibilities for the graduates. Graduates
who confine employment considerations to
the Twin Cities area may limit the particular
employment opportunities available to them.
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
ASSISTANCE
The Student Employment Advisor is in contact with
potential employers in order to secure part-time
job opportunities for in-school students. Part-time
employment helps students earn extra money for
supplies and incidental expenses. After the student
registers with the Career Services Department, the
Student Employment Advisor assists students with
the identification of part-time job opportunities.
The student is expected to follow up on all leads
accepted and report progress to the Advisor.
The student is expected to arrive on time and be
dressed appropriately for scheduled interviews.
GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT
INFORMATION
The Art Institutes International Minnesota
maintains graduate placement information.
For specific placement data, contact
the Director of Career Services.
STUDENT AFFAIRS
The Art Institutes International Minnesota
provides a wide variety of support services to
help students complete their academic programs
and reach their career goals. Student Affairs
functions as a department, which extends
student learning and development beyond
the classroom. Of priority is the development
of the whole person via integration of the
student’s intellectual development, values,
thoughts, emotions and actions. It is our goal
not only to provide a quality environment,
which meets students’ basic needs, but to also
provide an array of services and programs which
enhance student development and success at
The Art Institutes International Minnesota.
The areas within Student Affairs include student
housing, support services, disability services,
student health insurance, student activities
encompassing clubs and organizations,
programs and activities and leadership
opportunities; international student advising,
new student orientation and graduation.
Student Affairs is continually striving to provide
students with critical learning experiences to
help students live as responsible members of
a community, and to care for their personal,
physical, emotional, spiritual and social lives.
The department encourages the involvement
of students, faculty and staff in activities that
encourage awareness, creative expression
and social and professional development.
STUDENT CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES
A wide variety of student clubs and organizations
are present on campus and students are
encouraged to become involved. Many of the
student organizations directly reflect the interests
of students in their chosen field of study and
provide an opportunity for networking and
professional development. Student organization
fundraisers require approval from the Office of
Student Affairs prior to the event. Students are
encouraged to approach the Student Affairs
staff with new ideas for student organizations.
The Art Institutes International Minnesota also
provides a diverse campus activities program
that is designed to enhance the social, emotional,
physical, and mental, well being of students.
Activities offered vary by quarter, so check with
the Office of Student Affairs for more information.
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Our programs and services strive to promote
a healthy, equitable and positive community.
Services include assessment, outreach, advocacy,
referrals, crisis intervention, consultation and
guidance related to student development
and individual well being. All services
are provided in a manner that is positive,
empowering and respectful to the individual
and the diversity of the community.
The purpose of student support services is to
provide quality, short-term, solution-focused
intervention to help students alleviate academic
and nonacademic life stressors and to assist
them in recognizing and cultivating their own
abilities and resources. Student Support Services
provides assistance by utilizing a wellness
approach for the student population, including:
• Assistance with study habits, time
management, stress management,
communication, problem solving, transition to
college and many other college success topics
• Special events/workshops on health
or wellness related subjects
• Information on human services in the local area
• Coordination of disability services for
students who qualify in compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act
• Referral to short term counseling provided by
the Student Assistance program for students
in need of emotional support or guidance.
THE STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Student Assistance Program is a service
available at no charge to students and provides
confidential counseling via telephone 24
hours per day, 7 days a week. The program
counselor may refer a student for limited visits
with an area network mental health provider
or assist the student with locating resources
within the community. Through the program,
students can receive assistance with issues such
as budget and debt assistance, new parent
transition, relationships, depression, anxiety,
substance abuse, and any other relevant
concerns. To schedule an appointment with
Student Support Services to discuss your needs,
please call 612.656.6866 or stop in the Student
Affairs office located at room 209 Pence.
DISABILITY SERVICES
The Art Institutes International Minnesota
provides accommodations to qualified students
with disabilities. The Disability Services office
assists qualified students with disabilities
in acquiring reasonable and appropriate
accommodations and in supporting equal
access to services, programs and activities at
The Art Institutes International Minnesota.
Students who seek reasonable accommodations
should notify the Disabilities Services Coordinator,
Valerie Johnson of their specific limitations and, if
known, their specific requested accommodations.
Students will be asked to supply medical
documentation of the need for accommodation.
Classroom accommodations are not retroactive,
but are effective only upon the student sharing
approved accommodations with the instructor.
Therefore, students are encouraged to request
accommodations as early as feasible with the
Disability Services Coordinator to allow for
time to gather necessary documentation. If
you have a concern or complaint in this regard,
please contact the Dean of Students in Room
209 Pence, telephone number 612.656.6866.
Complaints will be handled in accordance with
the school’s Internal Grievance Procedure for
Complaints of Discrimination and Harassment.
RESIDENCE LIFE AND HOUSING
The Art Institutes International Minnesota serves
the student by establishing a solid foundation
in a community environment that enhances a
student’s well being through opportunities for
social interaction, programming, and services that
provide for his/her basic needs. Studies show that
time spent living in student housing increases
your chances of success, both in the classroom
and outside of it. In addition, a student can include
the housing costs in his/her financial plan.
The Residence Life & Housing Office is
dedicated to the task of helping you meet
your housing needs throughout your stay at
The Art Institutes International Minnesota.
The living arrangement you choose is
important to your well being and success.
THE ART INSTITUTES INTERNATIONAL
MINNESOTA STUDENT HOUSING
The Art Institutes International Minnesota
offers student suites at Stadium View near
downtown Minneapolis. Stadium View offers
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