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Publication Date:September 1, 2008

In ancient Rome, the Circus was what they called the fast track.

In Britain, the Circus is the confluence of divergent paths or avenues.

In America, the Circus means fun.

Welcome to the Circus.

Academic Catalog

2009-2010

The mission of The Creative Circus is to graduate the best-prepared, most avidly sought-after creatives in the industry.

The MISSION of

The CREATIVE CIRCUS

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This catalog is an official publication of the Creative Circus and is subject to revision at any time. The school reserves the right to change, withdraw, or supplement this catalog as it deems necessary or appropriate in its policies and operating procedures, curricula, class schedules, course content, training, equipment, tuition and fees, faculty, and staff without any notice at any time. Students are individually responsible for being aware of information contained in the school catalog and any amendments thereto. Failure to read and comply with school regulations will not exempt students from penalties that they may incur. Students are advised to read and fully understand the rules, regulations, and policies stated herein and to retain this catalog for use as a reference.

STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP

The Creative Circus is an independent, coeducational, postsecondary institution, and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Creative Circus, Inc. (“TCCI”), a Virginia corporation. The College, through TCCI, is owned and operated by Delta Educational Systems, Inc., a Virginia corporation, with headquarters located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Delta is a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta Career Education, formerly Gryphon Colleges Corporation, a Delaware corporation. Delta Career Education Corporation’s majority stockholder is Gryphon Partners II, L.P.

The address of the principal corporate office is 5712 Cleveland Street, Suite 150, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, telephone number 757.497.2334, and fax 757.497.8331. The electronic contact information of the principal corporate office is found at www.deltaed.com. The email address is inquiries@deltaed.com.

The affairs of the College are managed by the governing board and the Campus Director.

GOVERNING BOARD

The governing board of The Creative Circus is as follows:

R. David Andrews, ChairmanSan Francisco, California

Joseph A. Kennedy III, Vice ChairmanVirginia Beach, Virginia

William E. Lynn, Board MemberSan Francisco, California

Nicholas A. Orum, Board MemberSan Francisco, California

John M. Rogers, Board MemberSan Francisco, California

Alan Sussna, Board MemberVirginia Beach, Virginia

CORPORATE OFFICERS

The corporate officers of The Creative Circus, Inc. are:

Joseph A. Kennedy III, Vice Chairman

Alan Sussna, President and Chief Executive Officer

Kevin Smith, Secretary & Treasurer

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About the Circus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Financial Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Student Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Academics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Programs of Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Course Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Inserts in Back Pocket: Academic Calendar Tuition and Fees List of Players and Contact Info

The CREATIVE CIRCUS is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education.The CREATIVE CIRCUS is authorized by the Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission.The institution is authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students (M-1).

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The faculty and staff of The Creative Circus are at the school for the same reasons you would be: the thrill of creating and of passing on to new generations the fun and excitement of great design, photography and advertising. Circus instructors are working professionals who make themselves available to teach in order to share their experience, and professionalism with the next generation. Teaching at the Circus is fun and creatively satisfying for the teachers as well as the students.

Circus instructors emphasize learning by doing, maximizing hands-on experience and one-on-one collaboration. In a field as rapidly changing as ours, the course content must necessarily change and evolve constantly, as must the instructors’ knowledge.

Since most instructors at The Creative Circus are working professionals, Circus students have the advantage of work-ing with teachers who are earning their living actually doing what they are teaching. The disadvantage is that teachers will sometimes have professional obligations such as location shoots or new business pitches that conflict with scheduled classes. Sometimes this happens at the last minute, although the class do meet. It’s frustrating, but it’s also part of the real-ity of the business.

Many staff members, like the instructors, have enjoyed successful careers in advertising, design, illustration and photogra-phy. Others have strong ties to education and school administration. Together, they bring to the Circus an integrated team of people dedicated to Circus students and their ultimate success.

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The CREATIVE CIRCUS is conveniently and centrally located at 812 Lambert Drive on a quiet cul de sac in Atlanta between its Midtown and Buckhead neighborhoods.

In addition to being a dog-friendly environment (with a doggie day care across the street), the school has an outdoor deck and picnic tables in front of the building. Parking is on our own property with some covered spaces available.

Our building is a colorfully converted warehouse. Six of our classrooms overlook a creek and wooded area behind the building; many of the rooms have color-corrected lighting. Our three dedicated Mac computer labs include wireless net-work and DSL for student laptops, as well as scanners, and b/w and color printers. Our large theatre/event space features built-in audiovisual capability for the latest in multi-media presentation. Our photography studios include several small individual studios plus a large daylight studio and a large dark studio with a cyc wall.

There is a ventilated spray mount area, a student cafeteria with booths, refrigerator, microwave, and vending machines, and seven restrooms. Concepting and lounging areas are located throughout the school. We have a small library stocked with the latest industry publications.

In addition to the two gallery exhibit areas, most of the wall space in the school is used to showcase student and graduate work.

We have created a safe environment that nurtures the creative process!

FACILITIES at

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Admissions Procedure •Schooltourandappointment(orCD-interview) •Completedapplication •10-12samplesofwork •Essay •Transcript(s) •Applicationfee

Equal OpportunityCreative talent is not and never has been a function of gender, race, color, national origin, age, economic conditions, sexual orientation or disability. The Creative Circus is committed to the idea that everyone, with talent, deserves an equal oppor-tunity to develop that talent.

ProcedureCall, write or e-mail to arrange an appointment to visit the school. An interview (preferably face-to-face, but by mail or telephone interview if necessary) will provide full information about our programs, start dates and career assistance for graduates and all the other good stuff you need to know. Any prospective student should submit a current application along with the application fee, transcript from his or her most recent college or high school, application samples and essay.

Application Samples & EssayAll students must submit an application portfolio containing 10-12 samples of work. These samples need not be slick or polished and can take several forms. Their purpose is to indicate whether the applicant has the originality, creative potential and intellect to succeed in the rigorous Circus program. If you’d like your samples returned, please enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope. Please also include an essay of at least 150 words discussing why the applicant feels he/she would be a good candidate for his/her respective program. The essay should go over what the applicant has done in the past, what he/she is doing presently, and what his/her goals are for the future.

NotificationWhen all requirements for admissions have been fulfilled, the applicant will be notified regarding his or her admissions status.

CHECKLIST for

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Previous EducationAll students must have successfully completed high school or have passed a high school equivalency (GED) test. Appli-cants must present evidence of graduation from a high school that is state approved, accredited by a regional accrediting association, or accredited by CITA (Commission on International and Transregional Accreditation.) For non-high school graduates, evidence of the GED equivalency must be submitted. Only applicants who show a passion for the field and innate talent, and whose background points to enthusiasm to learn, will be accepted.

Transfer Credit Coursework at the Circus is talent/skill-development oriented. There is a procedure in place (Advanced Placement) which outlines the process by which a student coming to the Circus from another portfolio finishing school might be evaluated and placed in a quarter beyond First Quarter.

Advanced PlacementAdvanced placement is strongly discouraged and rarely granted to incoming students. However, should a student wish to be considered for advanced placement, he/she must request the Department Chair to review samples and make a determina-tion regarding quarter placement. The Department Chair will complete the Enrollment Review Form, noting the quarter into which the student has been provisionally accepted. The Department Chair will provide written explanation that justifies advanced placement. A student receiving advanced placement does not transfer any credit for previous training. Should a student fail to meet the Creative Circus criteria required of the quarter into which they were advanced placed, the Academic Team reserves the right to disqualify the advanced placement status.

International StudentsThe Creative Circus is authorized under U.S. Federal Law, Immigration & Nationality Act, Sec. 101(a), (5) (F) to enroll non-immigrant alien students from other countries. Students living abroad should submit certified proof of high school graduation (translated into English), college transcript, application fee in U.S. dollars, and required immigration docu-mentation. Copywriting students should submit most or all of their samples in English. All students must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Circus Admissions Department Representatives can provide additional information regarding the M-1 Visa required. A minimum TOFEL score maybe required.

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Re-EntryStudents who have withdrawn from The Creative Circus in good academic standing who wish to be readmitted should contact the Director of Education to update their applications. If the application for re-admission is for a different cur-riculum, the standard requirements for a change of program will apply. Students who have withdrawn while on academic probation or who have been suspended or dismissed for lack of academic progress, non-attendance, or misconduct must reapply through the Director of Education’s/Registrars office. Approval for re-entry for the same curriculum or an alternate selection will be based on the department chair’s evaluation of the applicant’s ability and aptitude, the time elapsed since withdrawing, recommendations of the division instructors of the program to which the applicant is reapplying, and the applicant’s career objectives.

Prior tuition balances and student loan status must be cleared before readmission application forms will be processed. A re-admissions fee is required, and the student is not required to resubmit copies of documents already on file. Students granted re-admission may have course load restrictions, specific grade and attendance requirements, and/or required counseling sessions in order to remain enrolled at the Creative Circus.

Application For Individual Subjects And Special ProgramsAn application may be submitted for an individual subject by meeting with an Admissions Representative. Prior to the start of the entry quarter, the student must meet with the Director of Education to determine which class (es) might be open for this student. Tuition charges for such courses or programs are based on the total number of credit hours scheduled.

Physically Challenged ApplicantsPhysically challenged applicants should discuss individual needs with the Admissions office prior to enrollment so that reasonable arrangements can be made, where appropriate.

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Tuition and FeesThe tuition and fee schedule is available from the Financial Aid office and as an insert to this catalog.

Student Financial AssistanceRecognizing that students may require assistance with financing their education, the institution makes every effort to provide financial aid to those who qualify.

To apply for financial assistance, a student must complete, in addition to any school forms, a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). All forms are available from the school’s Financial Aid Office.

Financial Aid RequirementsStudent financial aid applicants must satisfy certain requirements in order to receive financial aid. These requirements include, but are not limited to: 1. Fulfillment of all admission requirements; 2. Submission of all documentation requested by the College, or lenders or both; 3. Maintaining satisfactory academic progress in accordance with College policy; 4. Maintaining regular, verifiable attendance; 5. Completion of “aid specific” requirements, such as entrance loan counseling. In addition, all who receive student loans must attend exit loan counseling before leaving school.

Verification PolicyIf selected for verification of data submitted in a grant or loan application, a signed copy of both the student’s and parents’ federal income tax returns, including schedules and W-2 forms, must be sent to the financial aid office within thirty (30) days. If the required documentation is not submitted within thirty days, the student will not be considered for a Pell Grant or Federal Student Loans. The financial aid office will notify the student in writing if an award has changed due to verification.

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Satisfactory Progress for Continuation of Financial AidFederal regulations require that students receiving financial aid must progress satisfactorily toward completion of their educational credential. The institution has established Standards of Satisfactory Progress. Included in this standard is a maximum time-frame within which the student must complete his or her educational objective. The progress of financial aid recipients is evaluated according to these published standards. Students failing to maintain satisfactory progress lose eligibility for financial assistance. See Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress in this catalog.

The Federal Pell Grant Program provides federal grants for students who show need for assistance in attending college. A student’s award varies depending upon his or her classification as half-time, three-quarter-time, or full-time. The Pell Grant is intended to be the “floor” of a financial aid package and may be combined with other forms of aid in order to meet the full cost of education. The Federal Pell Grant is a grant and, unlike a loan, in most cases does not have to be repaid.

The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Program provides aid to students who have excep-tional financial need. To receive an FSEOG a student must complete the aforementioned FAFSA. The amount of the grant award is subject to availability of funds. In accordance with federal regulations, priority is given to Pell eligible students. Like the Pell Grant, an FSEOG is a grant and in most cases does not have to be repaid.

Federal Grant ProgramsTo receive a Federal grant, a student must be enrolled in an eligible program and must not previously have received a Bachelor’s degree from any institution. Also, he or she must be a U. S. citizen or in the U. S. for other than a temporary purpose with intentions to become a U. S. citizen or be a permanent resident of the Trust Territories of the Pacific Islands. To apply for a Pell grant, a student must complete a Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit it to the institution. Information submitted in this form is forwarded via electronic processes to the U.S. Department of Educa-tion which determines eligibility. An eligibility document is returned to the school electronically which is used to make a final award determination.

Work Study ProgramsThe Federal Work-Study Program (FWSP) provides funds to employ students with a demonstrated financial need. The position will be, to the greatest extent possible, in a situation comparable to the area of study in which the student is enrolled. Students are paid an hourly rate at least equal to the federal minimum wage and may be awarded up to a maxi-mum of 20 hours per week.

Applications for Work-Study is made to the Financial Aid Office. To be eligible for Work-Study, a student must be enrolled for at least 12 credit hours and be a citizen or a legal resident of the United States. Students holding a bachelor’s degree are eligible to participate in the FWSP.

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Loan ProgramsThe Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP) and Federal Direct Student Loan programs provide students with Federal Stafford Loans and their parents with Federal PLUS loans, both of which are long-term, low-interest loans for post-secondary educational expenses. Under these programs the student borrows for college expenses and, in the case of a student borrower, repays the loan after leaving school. The repayment period begins six months after the student drops below half-time enrollment, and the borrower may take up to ten years to repay the loan. Parental loans generally require repayment to begin 60 days after the final disbursement of the loan. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office.

Private LoansThe school can assist credit-worthy students and/or their parents in applying for private educational loans with a national educational loan provider. These loans carry low interest rates and fees, and have generous repayment terms.

Scholarship ProgramsThe Creative Circus maintains data on several private scholarship programs made available to students at the college from time to time. Students interested in the eligibility requirements and application deadlines for such funds should seek additional information from their Admissions representative. Some scholarships received by Circus Students are The One Club, Leo Burnett, DDB Needham (minority), AAAA (minority), Patrick Kelley, and the Norm Grey, Richards Group, McGarrah-Jesse scholarships.

Veterans Educational BenefitsPrograms at the Creative Circus are approved for the training of veterans, children of veterans, widows, and wives of disabled veterans, and war orphans in accordance with the rules and regulations of the United States Veterans Administra-tion. Applicants should check with the Veterans Administration regarding their eligibility and entitlement for Veterans Educational Benefits. The forms required to apply for benefits should be obtained from your Veterans Administration officer and should be completed and submitted to the school as far in advance of enrollment as possible.

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The Creative Circus Follows the Refund Policy of the State of Georgia as follows:Cancellation Policy1. All monies paid by the prospective student, including application fees, are refunded if the prospective student requests

same within three business days after signing an enrollment agreement with the Circus. If no enrollment agreement is signed with the school, the applicant receives a full refund of all monies paid if the applicant requests same within three business days after first making a payment to the Circus.

2. Deposits or down payments are credited as tuition payments unless clearly identified on receipt by the Circus as applica-tion or other fees.

Refund Policy1. The Circus application fee is charged only once, unless the applicant has completed one program of study and is apply-

ing to enter an unrelated program, or unless the applicant previously withdrew from the Circus.

2. If a student withdraws from all classes before completing 50% of instructional time during the quarter, any unused por-tion of the fees is refunded by The Circus.

3. A student is recorded as having terminated his or her program of study on the date in which the student has begun the official withdrawal process or otherwise provided official notification of his/her intent to withdraw as prescribed by the Circus. For students who attend beyond the first week of classes and who withdraw without notification to The Circus, the withdrawal date is the last date of attendance at an academically related event. Refunds will be calculated based upon the official notification date of the student’s withdrawal or, in the case of an unofficial withdrawal, the last date of attendance at an academically related event. Refunds shall be made in full to the contracting party within 30 days of the date of withdrawal as determined by the Circus.

4. Refunds are based on tuition paid per quarter for segments of the instructional program as described by The Circus in the enrollment agreement. The percentage of tuition which may be retained by the Circus is provided in

paragraphs (a) through (d) below. a. For an applicant requesting cancellation more than three business days after signing the contract or for a student

completing no more than 5% of instructional time, no less than 95% of tuition is refunded. b. For a student completing more than 5% but no more than 10% of instructional time, no less than 90% of tuition

is refunded. c. For a student completing more than 10% but no more than 25% of instructional time, no less than 75% of tuition

is refunded. d. For a student completing more than 25% but no more than 50% of instructional time, no less than 50% of tuition

is refunded. e. For a student completing more than 50% of instructional time, the institution is not required to issue a refund.

6. In the event that the Circus cancels or changes a program of study in such a way that a student who had started the

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program is unable to complete it, arrangements are made in a timely manner to accommodate the needs of each student enrolled in the program affected by the cancellation or change.

Return of Federal Student Financial Assistance Title IV Funds1. If a recipient of financial assistance withdraws during a quarter (sometimes known as a period of enrollment or instruc-

tional time), the Circus calculates the amount of Title IV funds the student did not earn. Unearned Title IV funds are returned and distributed to specific student financial assistance Title IV programs.

2. The Circus multiplies the percentage of the quarter completed (or 100 percent if the student recipient completes more than 60 percent) by the amount of the Title IV funds that were disbursed and could have been disbursed. This is the earned amount. The earned amount is then subtracted from the total amount of Title IV funds disbursed as of the date of the institutional determination that the student recipient withdrew.

3. The percentage of the quarter completed by the student recipient is determined by the calendar days completed in the quarter divided by the total calendar days in the quarter. The Circus returns the lesser of the amount disbursed less the amount earned, or the institutional charges multiplied by the percentage not earned.

4. Title IV funds are returned according to the following schedule: a. Federal unsubsidized loans; b. Federal subsidized loans; c. Federal Perkins loans; d. Federal PLUS loans; e. Federal Pell Grants; f. Federal SEOG; g. Other federal, state, or private aid; and h. the student.

5. The Circus returns funds no later than thirty (30) days after the official date of withdrawal by the student.

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Students are required to register each quarter for classes offered during the upcoming quarter. Registration for returning students will be held by week nine of each quarter. Notices will be posted announcing the dates and times for returning student registration.

Important: All students must complete all registration forms to be considered as registered for the following quarter. Late fees are assessed for registrations received after the published deadline date.

Student ClassificationStudent Classification is extremely important. First, student financial accounts are affected by full/part-time designation with regard to tuition charged and financial aid eligibility. Additionally, the classification will affect students’ registra-tion priority. Full-time students are given first priority of class availability. Therefore, course availability for part-time students may be limited.

•Full-timeStudent - A full-time student is a student scheduled for 12 or more credit hours. •Part-timeStudent - A part-time student is a student scheduled for less than 12 credit hours.

Schedule Changes/ Dropping or Adding CoursesThe drop/add period is the time frame in which students may make adjustment to their schedules without being penalized academically. The drop/add period is the first week in which classes are held in an eleven-week term.

If a student registers and during the drop/add period, the total number of classes the student has registered for changes the student’s status (full or part-time), the student’s paperwork will be changed to reflect the registration changes and the tuition will be adjusted accordingly.

If a student drops a class after the drop/add period, but does not withdraw from school, the student will be liable for all tuition charged based on his/her schedule at the end of the drop/add period.

Program ChangesPermission must be obtained from the Department Chair or Director of Education for a change in program of study or schedule. The administration may waive or alter specific course requirements within any program. In each instance, the administration will consider previous experience, developed skills, and special aptitudes as well as instructor evaluation. When such changes are approved, a written record of these changes, dated and signed, will be put in the student’s file and recorded in Campus Vue.

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WithdrawalStudents desiring to withdraw from the College or an individual course should contact the Director of Education to execute the necessary procedures for official withdrawal.

Students who withdraw from a course within six weeks from the date classes begin, will receive a grade of “W.” Students withdrawing after mid-term who have maintained passing work will receive a grade of “WP.” Students withdrawing after mid-term who have not maintained passing work will receive a grade of “WF” which is computed as a failing grade. “W’s” and “WP’s” are not computed in the student’s GPA but are calculated as a course attempted for purposes of determining satisfactory academic progress.

Students who receive Federal Stafford Loans must schedule an exit interview with the Financial Aid Director before they leave school either by graduation or withdrawal. Any applicable refund will be distributed by the Business Office.

Suspension/DismissalAll students are expected to maintain a satisfactory level of academic achievement, to conduct themselves as responsible adults, and to attend classes regularly. The College reserves the right to suspend or dismiss any student who:

•Failstomaintainsatisfactoryacademicprogressasoutlinedinstandardsofsatisfactoryprogress. •Exhibitsconductwhichisfoundbytheadministrationtobedetrimentaltotheindividual,otherstudents,

the community, or the College. •FailstomeetagreeduponfinancialobligationstotheCollege.

Waiver of PrerequisitesUnder special circumstances a student may be permitted to waive a prerequisite and take a course out of sequence. Approval to waive a prerequisite shall be the responsibility of the Department Head and the Director of Education. Waiver, as used here, simply means a change in the order in which the courses will be taken. The student must complete all courses required in the curriculum.

Substitution of CoursesThe Creative Circus reserves the right to substitute a course of equivalent weight and value for a prescribed course when, in the opinion of the administration, it will aid the student in achieving vocational objectives.

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ID CardsPhotographs for student identification cards will be taken the day of orientation and distributed to all new students. There is no charge for general student ID’s. Students will not be allowed to check out equipment or media materials without a student ID card. Students are liable for repair or replacement of equipment that is damaged or lost during use.

Hours of OperationClasses are scheduled Monday through Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and any other times as needed. School facilities and equipment are available for student use at posted times. Policies and procedures concerning use of the facilities and equipment are discussed with new students at orientation and are posted in the lab areas.

Administrative offices are open as needed Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Special Hours are scheduled before Panel Week as needed.

OrientationThe school provides a student orientation program each quarter for all new students. The program acquaints new students with the faculty, administrators, and academic life of the school. An agenda is designed that provides the opportunity for information on academic matters, registering of the student, and answering questions. All new students should participate in the orientation program.

Student ShowsThroughout the year, students at The Creative Circus will have opportunities to enter a variety of student shows to earn recognition and awards for their hard work. The school financially sponsors many student entries. Any student whose entry was sponsored by the Circus and wins in a major out-of-town awards show may opt to attend the award ceremony to receive his or her award personally. The student will be responsible for all his or her expenses, including but not limited to food, lodging, transportation and entertainment.

Parking Available parking is available to students on a first come basis. Street parking is also available. Parking spots marked RESERVED are not to used.

Housing The Admissions office provides information regarding housing opportunities in the general vicinity of the school.

Snack Area/Student Lounge Vending machines, soda machines, coffee-maker, microwave, refrigerator, tables & chairs are available for student use.

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Student Phone A phone located in the central fountain area is available for student use.

Media Services/ Library The school maintains a library/resource center of curriculum-related resources and research materials for use by all students. Because the curricula offered by the school generally represent rapidly changing technologies and creative approaches and because the learning objectives of these curricula are not achieved principally through historical research, the library holdings at The Creative Circus are concentrated in current trade-based hard copy and periodical materials which may be checked out for a period of two weeks.

School CalendarThe yearly school calendar is available from the Business Manager and as an insert to this catalog. Observed school holidays when the school are Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, two days at Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Scheduled breaks are included on this calendar.

Emergencies Any accidents requiring medical attention should be reported immediately to an instructor or staff member. An accident/illness report should be completed if applicable. If an emergency is of a serious nature, dial 911. First aid kits are located in the front office and in the student snack area. If transport via ambulance, the student is responsible for the cost of services.

Emergency Evacuation PlanIn the event of real, threatened or impending danger, students should evacuate the building by the nearest possible exit. Emergency routes are posted throughout the building. During emergencies, students should not take the time to collect personal belongings.

School Closing If the institution is closed due to bad weather, or for any other reason determined by the Campus Director, announcements will be made on STAR 94.1 FM radio station, 11Alive.com, and WXIA-TV Channel 11. Notices are posted informing stu-dents to tune into these stations for announcements.

Campus SecurityVisitors to the College must check in at the reception desk upon arrival. You will find this security information in the back pocket of this catalog. Prospective students and employees may receive a copy upon request to the Registrar.

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Health ServicesThe Creative Circus has no health services located at the school. However, hospitals, clinics, and physicians are located nearby.

Students with communicable diseases may be prohibited from registering for classes when health records indicate that his/her attendance would be detrimental to the health and safety of the students or other persons with whom the student may come in contact.

Students who have significant health problems or limitations may be required to submit a report of medical examination prior to initial Registration and are encouraged to inform his/her instructors at the beginning of each quarter. The school seeks to assist students who have special health problems or limitations in the attainment of his/her educational goals. Services are provided in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

It is the policy of the school to have all facilities comply with the requirements of the state and local building codes, the Board of Health, and fire department regulations.

Children on CampusChildren are not permitted to accompany a student to class or to be left unattended in the building or on the school proper-ty. If a child is left unattended, the Director of Education or other administrator should be notified. The Campus Direc-tor should then locate the parent and inform him/her of the policy. If a student brings a child to class, the instructor will inform the student of the policy and ask him/her to remove the child from the classroom. The school assumes no liability for injuries incurred by minors while on campus.

Crime AwarenessStudents are to report to the Campus Director, or in his absence to the Associate Director or Director of Education any criminal activities taking place on the premises or in the parking lot of The Creative Circus. This includes any school-sponsored function. Such actions will then be reported to the proper authorities.

Loss of Personal PropertyThe school does not assume responsibility for the loss of books or other personal property. However, all instructors and students are requested to give the Receptionist all articles found so that the owner may claim them.

Care of FacilitiesSmoking, eating, and drinking are not prohibited in the computer classrooms. The Creative Circus provides a student lounge for eating and drinking. We maintain a smoke-free environment.

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CaninesCanines are allowed on the premises (this means inside and outside the school building) with some necessary limitations. Rover, Sarge, Spot, etc. must be on a leash with a human hand holding the leash or tethered at all times while on school premises. Any instructor can ban dogs from his or her classroom and any student can request that dogs not be allowed in the classroom. Instructors and students take precedence over our four-legged friends. You are expected to immediately clean up the mess if your doggie has an “accident” in the facilities or on the school grounds. Failure to do so will result in termination of privilege.

Code of ConductEven though the atmosphere at the Circus is informal and fun, everyone is expected to behave in a respectful manner. The following conduct is subject to disciplinary action and/or referral for prosecution: •Cheating,plagiarismandotherformsofacademicdishonesty.Thisincludestheuseoflicensedimageswithout permission. Students will also abide by the Fair Use Copyright Act of 1976, 17 U.S.C. 107. •Knowinglyfurnishingfalseinformationtotheinstitutionoralterationoruseofschooldocumentsorinstruments

of identification with intent to defraud. •Intentionaldisruptionorobstructionofteaching,administration,disciplinaryproceedings,orotherschool

activities. •Physicalorverbalabuseorharassmentofanypersononinstitutionalpremisesorduringschool-sponsoredor

supervised functions. •Theftofschoolpropertyortheftofpersonalpropertyofamemberoftheschoolcommunityoninstitutionalprem-

ises; damages to the school property or property of a member of the school community on institutional premises. •Failuretocomplywithdirectionsofschoolofficialsactinginperformanceoftheirduties. •Participationinallformsofillegalgambling. •Anyactionconsideredunethicalorillegalordisrespectfultoanystafforadministrationmember. •Downloadingorbringingintotheschoolmaterialswithquestionableoroffensivecontentthatoffendsorharasses

other students, faculty or the administration. •Smokingisnotpermittedinsidetheschoolbuilding. •Food/Drinkisnotallowedinthecomputerlab.Astudentguiltyofbreakingthisrulewillbeaskedtoremove

the food and/or drink and leave the room. The student is not allowed in the particular lab or studio until the next session. A repeat violation will result in suspension from school for the remainder of the quarter.

•AnystudentdiscoveredtohaveinstalledsoftwareormodifiedexistingprogramsonCreativeCircuscomputersor to have knowingly abused computer equipment will be dismissed.

•ClassroomvisitorsarepermittedwiththeapprovaloftheInstructorandtheDirectorofEducation.Use of spray-mount, spray-fix, or spray paint anywhere inside the school except the designated areas constitutes destruc-tion of school property, resulting in dismissal from school for the quarter and forfeiture of tuition paid.

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WeaponsWeapons of any kind are prohibited anywhere on the college premises and at all school-sponsored activities. Weapons are considered to be items determined by the Administration that could cause permanent and/or temporary harm to the individual or to other students, and include (but NOT limited to), firearms, stun guns, knives, etc., as well as ANY ITEM deemed by the Administration to be detrimental (whether physically or emotionally) to the individual, other students, the community, or the school. Any student, staff, or faculty member possessing a weapon will be subject to dismissal from the school and/or termination of employment.

Dress CodeStudents are expected to be neat, clean, and dressed consistently with the type of apparel that reflects industry acceptability. Failure to comply with acceptable conduct and appearance standards may result in suspension or dismissal.

Drug-free Workplace PolicyUnlawful manufacture, distribution, possession, or use of a controlled substance in the school’s workplace is prohibited. Attending classes or school functions while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is also prohibited. Any student violating this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, which may include dismissal.

Sexual Harassment PolicySexual harassment or aggravation, consisting of, but not limited to, inappropriated language, touch, or behavior by any student or staff member will be investigated. Appropriate disciplinary measures will be taken which may include counsel-ing, suspension, or dismissal from the program.

Disciplinary Policies And ProceduresInstructors are expected to insure the progress of a class by not permitting the continued presence of any student whose behavior in any way could adversely affect the class. The responsibility for the administration of classroom discipline rests with the instructor. This includes cheating, disruptive behavior, and any other actions that are not considered proper conduct for a student. It also includes observation of appropriate actions of students on campus while not in the classroom. Alleged violation of student regulations or other student misconduct shall be referred to the Director of Education.

Penalties administered for such actions may include severe reprimand, disciplinary probation, or suspension, which may or may not be recorded in the student’s permanent record.

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In all cases in which disciplinary suspension or dismissal could result, the student will be notified by certified mail of the nature of the charges and grounds against him/her and the time and date of the hearing. The notice shall also inform the student of his/her right to appear at the hearings, to face the accuser(s), and to present applicable evidence on his/ her behalf.

The Director of Education, following a thorough hearing on the case, shall make a recommendation to the Campus Director in accordance with one of the following actions: •DismissalfromtheCollege, •Disciplinarysuspensionforaspecifiedperiodoftime, •Disciplinaryprobation, •Administrativereprimand,or •Removalofthechargesagainstthestudent.

Such actions may or may not be recorded on the student’s permanent record.

Grievance ProceduresWhen a grievance occurs, the student should first attempt to resolve the situation with the person whose action is being questioned. If the student does not believe the matter has been resolved, he or she may proceed through the following steps:

Step1-The student may file in writing, within three (3) working days of the incident, a dispute with the Immediate supervisor of the party against whom the complaint is being filed. The following information should be included: 1. A statement of the specifics involving the grievances; 2. The date of the occurrence; 3. A listing of policies and procedures involved; 4. The names of the individual(s) affected; and 5. The interpretation or remedy sought. The Director of Education will investigate the complaint and may conduct a conference with all involved parties in an attempt to resolve the grievance. The student will receive a written response from the Director of Education with ten (10) working days of receipt of the student’s grievance with notification to Campus Director.

Step2-If the grievance remains unresolved, it may be appealed within five (5) working days to the Campus Director. The Campus Director may take whatever steps are deemed necessary to resolve the matter. The Campus Director or Campus Director’s representative will render a decision that is final and binding upon all parties.

If any grievance is not resolved to the student’s satisfaction within thirty (30) days, the student may forward the grievance to:

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Georgia Non Public Post Secondary Education Commission2082 East Exchange PlaceSuite 220Tucker, Georgia 30084770-414-3300770-414-3309 (Fax)

Commission of the Council on Occupational Education41 Perimeter Center East NESuite 640Atlanta, Georgia 30346770-396-3898

The exclusive remedy for any dispute, controversy or claim arising out of or relating to the enrollment agreement, or breach thereof, no matter how pleaded or styled, will be submitted to arbitration in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction.

Equal Educational OpportunityThe Creative Circus affirms a policy of equal employment opportunity, equal educational opportunity and nondiscrimina-tion, where applicable, in the provision of educational services to the public. The school will make all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on grounds of race, color, creed or religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental handicap, or other factors which cannot lawfully be the basis for an employment decision.

The Creative Circus reaffirms its policy of administering all its educational programs and related supporting services and benefits in a manner which does not discriminate because of a student’s or prospective student’s race, color, creed or reli-gion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental handicap, or other factors which cannot lawfully be the basis for provision of such services. Further, The Creative Circus commits itself to a program of Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity.

The Creative Circus is obligated by and adheres to the provisions of: Section 493 A, Title IV, Higher Education Act of 1965, United States Code, Veterans’ Benefits, Title IX, Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 as amended.

Inquiries concerning the application of these laws and their implementing regulations may be referred to:

Campus Director The Creative Circus 812 Lambert Drive NE Atlanta, Georgia 30324

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The Creative Circus recognizes its responsibilities under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to provide equal access to students with disabilities. Students with disabilities are encouraged to participate in school-related activities. When requested, special resources may be provided for the functions. Regular school procedures for application and admission apply to students with disabilities. For further information, contact the Director of Education.

The Family Educational Rights And Privacy Act (FERPA)All students shall have the right to inspect and review their educational records, to request corrections or deletions, and to limit disclosure of the records in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (also referred to as the Buckley Amendment).

The Campus Director oversees the educational records. Students may request a review of their records by writing to the Campus Director or his/her designee and identifying the record(s) they wish to review. Such review will be allowed during regular school office hours under appropriate supervision and within 45 days of the date the request is received by the school.

A student may request the school to amend his/her educational records on the grounds that they are inaccurate, mislead-ing, or in violation of his/her right to privacy. However, grades and course evaluations can be challenged only on the grounds that they are improperly recorded. The student should write to the Campus Director and identify the part of the record he/she wants changed and specify why it is inaccurate. The Campus Director, together with other involved school personnel, will review the written request and confer with the student to make a determination. If the student is not satis-fied with the result of the conference, the school will notify the student of his or her right to a formal grievance hearing. Within 45 days of the hearing, the student will be provided with a written decision, which will be considered final. Written documentation of the hearing and of the decision will be included as part of the student’s permanent record.

The following are exemptions to FERPA: •Financialrecordssubmittedbyastudent’sparent(s); •Gradesandaccesstostudenteducationrecordstoparentswhocertifythatthestudentisfinanciallydependent; •Aschoolofficialwhohasalegitimateeducationalinterestandneedstoreviewaneducationalrecordinorderto

fulfill his or her professional responsibility. A school official is a person employed by the school in an administra-tive, supervisory, academic, research, or support staff position, or a person or company with whom the school has contracted, such as an attorney, auditor, collection agent, employment agency, or loan management agency, or a person serving on the Board of Governors, or a student serving on an official committee or assisting another school official in performing his/her tasks;

•ConfidentiallettersofrecommendationreceivedbytheschoolpriortoJanuary1,1975.Forsuchlettersreceivedafter December 31, 1974, the Act permits students to waive their right to access if the letters are related to admis-sions, employment, or honors;

•Schoolsecurityrecords; •Employmentrecordsforschoolemployeeswhoarenotcurrentstudents;

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•Recordscompiledormaintainedbyphysicians,psychiatrists,psychologists,orotherrecognizedprofessionalsorparaprofessionals acting or assisting in such capacities for treatment purposes, and which are available only to persons providing the treatment;

•AuthorizedrepresentativesoftheU.S.Governmentstateandlocalauthoritieswhererequired,andaccrediting agencies;

•Appropriatepersonsoragenciesintheeventofahealthorsafetyemergency,whenareleasewithoutconsentisnecessary under the circumstances; and

•Recordsrequestedthroughcourtorderorsubpoena.

The school also reserves the right to release to police agencies and/or crime victims any records or information pertinent to a crime which as occurred on campus, including the details of and disciplinary action taken against the alleged perpetra-tor of the crime.

The student has the right to file a complaint concerning alleged failures by the school to comply with the requirements of FERPA at the following U.S. Department of Education office:

Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202-5901

Additional information on FERPA is available from the Registrar’s office.

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Decisions of the Director of Education may be appealed to the Campus Director whose decision is final. In all cases in which disciplinary suspension or dismissal from the College has been determined, a copy of the proceedings of the hearing shall be sent to the President.

Student Consumer InformationStudents should contact the following staff members for the information listed below:

•Admissions Representatives – Admissions requirements and procedures, cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, books, housing, transportation, and refund policy. •FinancialAidDirector– Description of financial aid programs, rights and responsibilities of financial aid recipients,

means and frequency of payments, financial aid awards, terms and schedules of student loan repayment, and general terms and conditions of employment provided as financial aid.

•DirectorofEducation – Description of academic programs, facilities, and faculty. Data on student retention, numbers and percentages of students completing programs, academic standards of progress, and students with disabilities.

•CareerServicesDirector – Assistance with securing employment upon graduation including preparation of resumés, portfolios, and application materials; preparation for interviews; and information on graduate placement and employment demographics of the industry. •CampusDirector – Information regarding overall operations of the campus. The Campus Director is the Chief

Operating Officer and principal administrator of The Creative Circus.

Administrative PrerogativesThe Circus reserves the right at any time to make changes as it deems necessary or desirable in its policies and operating procedure, including but not limited to modifying its tuition rates, adding to or withdrawing members from its faculty and staff, rearranging its courses and programs as teaching policies render it desirable, and withdrawing or re-sequencing subjects, courses and programs as needed.

In an effort to reflect the changing marketing landscape, The Circus may, on occasion, conduct experimental classes. If students are enrolled in such an experimental class, please be aware that the work may or may not produce a “book worthy” piece.

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Class ScheduleThe Creative Circus class schedule is based on eight terms of approximately ten weeks of instruction plus one week of panel evaluation. Classes begin in January, April, July, and October. There is usually a short break period between each quarter. The school is closed on most legal holidays. Refer to the Academic Calendar in this catalog for specific calendar information.

The school offers its programs through both day and evening classes. Classes are offered quarterly based on academic sequence and student class population.

Classes are conducted Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Some majors may require class sessions to be scheduled on Fridays or weekends. Individual schedules will be assignedby the Director of Education and will vary by student and quarter.

Credit Hour DefinitionAt The Creative Circus, thirty (30) class hours with appropriate homework and study equals one credit. A class hour is an instructional period of fifty (50) minutes of instruction in a sixty (60) minute time frame or the equivalent thereof.

Change in Student StatusAny change in student name, address, telephone number, e-mail address, employment or marital status, etc., should be reported to the Director of Education. The student will complete the Change in Status form and give it to the Director of Education to ensure that the permanent student record is updated.

CollaborationOne of the attributes of The Creative Circus is the collaboration of students working together in teams. Everything that is created as class projects is jointly owned by the student(s) and the institution. Any work created as class projects may be used by the institution for promotional materials.

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The Circus strongly believes that by developing professional habits during training, students will be better prepared to meet employers’ expectations regarding regular and punctual atten-dance. Cultivation of desirable work habits is an important part of training and ultimately, keeping a job.

Instructors record attendance on a daily basis. The attendance records are maintained by theDirectorofEducationandreviewedquarterlybytheDepartmentHeads.

Allowable Number of AbsencesFive or more absences may remove a student from eligibility for Panel Review, thus preventing his/her advancement to the next Quarter. The Department Head has the authority to determine by quality of work if the student would still be ready for a quarter-end Panel Review despite substantial absences; such an exception requires written approval/ documentation by the Department Head.

Attendance Requirements and Attendance ProbationAny student who is absent for seven days in any quarter will be either placed on attendance probation or terminated from the school unless documentation of mitigating circumstances has been provided to the Director of Education and Depart-ment Head. Attendance probation means that the student is placed on notice by the school that additional absences during the quarter may result in: 1. Dismissal from the school, 2. Federal financial aid or scholarships suspended for the following quarter, or 3. Not being allowed to enroll for the following quarter.

Tardiness PolicyTardiness or leaving class early is noted on the attendance sheet and becomes part of a student’s permanent record. Tardiness and/or leaving class early for four classes is considered one absence.

Make-Up Work PolicyIf a student must be absent from class, he/she must communicate with the instructor regarding missed class work and must make arrangements for submitting any required assignments. The student may request, and the instructor may grant that the absence be “excused” if there are extenuating or mitigating circumstances.

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Appeal ProcessIf the student is allowed to enroll for the next quarter, attendance probation and federal financial aid eligibility and schol-arships will extend until the end of that quarter. If the student continues to abuse the attendance policy (in the absence of mitigating circumstances) during that quarter, the school has no recourse but to terminate the student. Re-admission will not be allowed until four quarters have elapsed, unless specifically approved by the Executive Creative Director and Department Heads. The Executive Creative Director and Department Heads only consider early re-admission upon receipt of a written appeal by the student at least 60 days prior to the beginning of the returning quarter under consideration. The Creative Director and Department Heads will respond to the written appeal within seven days of its receipt.

Definition of Mitigating CircumstancesMitigating circumstances insofar as absences mean jury duty, military or reserve duty, death or illness in the immediate family, personal injury, and other rare occurrences, such as inclement weather, etc., as determined by the School Administrators.

Last Chance Before DismissalPlease note that attendance probation will continue and financial aid will be suspended until the end of the re-enrolled quarter. During this last chance quarter, the student is not allowed to miss more than three classes. Financial aid will be restored and attendance probation will be lifted if the student is absent no more than three times during the quarter. The school will dismiss the student if more than three classes are missed during the last chance quarter. This dismissal is permanent and without recourse or appeal.

Reinstatement of Financial AidA student’s financial aid may be re-instated only if he/she meets the standard above or wins an appeal.

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Grading SystemGrades are one measure of a student’s ability to meet employment standards in the field in which he/she is preparing. Upon the completion of each quarter, the student is given a letter grade for each class taken. Reports showing the final grade in each course, the quarter summary, and the cumulative grade point averages (CGPA) are furnished to the student at the end of each quarter.

Class participation, homework, projects, attendance, and panel reviews are considered in arriving at final grades.

Every course for which a student officially registers will appear on the student’s official transcript unless the student cancels his/her enrollment prior to the commencement of classes or prior to the end of the drop/add period. All courses entered on a student’s official transcript are assigned a letter-grade.

Letter Grade Definition Quality Points A 90-100 / Excellent B 80-89 / Above Average C 70-79 / Average F Below 70 / Failing WF Withdrawal / Failing

The following grades are used on grade reports, but are not used in the determination of a student’s grade report average. R (Repeated Course) WP (Withdrawal Pass) I (Incomplete) T (Credit by Transfer) W (Withdrawal before Mid-Term)

Grade Point AverageThe grade point average (GPA) is calculated by multiplying the quality point s by the quarter credit hour value for the courses. Add the products for each course and divide the sum by the credit hours attempted. For example:

Course Number Course Title Attempted Earned Grade Quality Total Credits Credits Points Quality PointsVS 101 Typography 1.65 B 3 4.95CW201 Developing Your Voice 1.65 A 4 6.60CW203 Writing for Radio 1.65 A 4 6.60TM210 Intro to Creative Team 1.65 A 4 6.60CL200 Creative Comp Lab 5.50 A 4 22.00 12.1 12.1 46.75

*Current Quarter GPA would be calculated as follows: 46.75 total quality points earned divided by 12.10 total earned credit hours = 3.86 GPA.

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A 2.0 cumulative GPA is required for graduation and must be maintained in the student’s major discipline. In addition, a 2.0 GPA must be attained in courses that are prerequisite to other courses. Recommendation may be made to repeat courses or prerequisites when ever grades below C are earned.

Course WithdrawalsWithdrawal from courses during the first week of the term will not appear on the student’s transcript. After the mid-term, course withdrawals are recorded as WP (Withdrawal Passing) or WF (Withdrawal Failing). If extenuating circumstances warrant other considerations, an appeal may be made through the Academic Review Committee. WP and WF grades count as credits attempted but not earned.

Grades of WP and WF have no bearing in computing grade point averages. Grades of F and WF are considered credit hours attempted and do affect the GPA. Courses in which the student was given grades of F, WF and WP may require repeating and are retained on the transcript.

Incomplete GradesThe grade of Incomplete is given when a student is making satisfactory progress, but for a valid reason is unable to complete the quarter’s work. The student must have successfully completed a minimum of 75 percent of the class work assigned. The student must initiate an arrangement with his/her instructor to make up the required work prior to the end of the second week of the succeeding quarter. If not completed within this time frame, the I grade will change to F. Incomplete grades count as hours attempted but not completed. When the Incomplete is converted to a letter grade, it will be computed as credit hours completed.

Repeated CoursesRepeated courses will appear on the transcript with the letter grade earned. Any previous attempt(s) of the course will bear the grade R to show that the course was repeated. The new grade will replace the original grade for the purposes of calculating the cumulative GPA.

Satisfactory Academic ProgressAt the end of each quarter, students will be evaluated for Satisfactory Academic Progress.

The standards for maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress include a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.0 or above and earned credits of at least 65% of credits attempted.

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PROBATION IF RATE OF PROGRESS IS BELOW CGPA

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End of First Academic Year 2.00 65% N/A N/A

End of Second Academic Year N/A N/A 2.00 65%

End of Each Subsequent Academic Year N/A N/A 2.00 67%

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Academic ProbationWhen a student’s cumulative grade point average (CGPA) falls below 2.0 or his/her progress falls below 65% completion rate (credits earned) of credits attempted, the student will be placed on Academic Probation and notified by the Director of Education. Students on Academic Probation remain eligible for financial aid. Students may move out of the designation of Academic Probation if, at the next evaluation point (end of quarter), the CGPA and course completion percentage meet acceptable levels.

A student may be placed on Academic Probation for two consecutive quarters to allow sufficient opportunity for the stu-dent to meet the standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress.

A student may also be placed on Academic Probation if he/she does not meet creative benchmarks, as determined by the Department Head and the Director of Education.Disruptive behavior may also result in Academic Probation and/or Suspension.

Academic SuspensionAt the end of the second quarter on Academic Probation, if the student fails to meet the standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress, he/she may be suspended from further attendance.

When a student fails to meet the criteria required to be released from Academic Probation, the student becomes ineligible for financial aid.

Reinstatement as a regular student following a period of Academic Suspension will require approval of the Department Head and the Director of Education.

TranscriptsA full and complete record of every course for which a student registers is maintained by the Director Of Education. The record of all credits attempted and earned is posted concurrent with the issuance of quarterly grade reports to students.

A sealed and dated copy of this report represents an Official Transcript.

An unofficial transcript may be requested at no charge to the student.

Upon graduation, the student may request two copies of his/her Official Transcript at no charge. Additional copies of the Official Transcript requested by the student or on behalf of the student by an institution or agency will incur a charge of $5 each.

Written authorization by the student is required for the school to release an Official Transcript.Students who have not satisfied their financial obligations to the school are not eligible to receive transcripts.

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Graduation RequirementsTo graduate from any program, a student must: 1. Have a CGPA of 2.0 or better 2. Satisfactorily complete all current curriculum and credit hour requirements or their equivalent (98.6 credit hours) 3. Fulfill all financial obligations to the institution 4. Have a great portfolio available in all media and as with as many pieces as required by the Program

The department heads will review and evaluate the portfolios of all prospective graduates. There will also be a final review and determination by the Executive Creative Director. With approval, the student will be granted the status of Graduate.

If a student has fulfilled the requirements for graduation but NOT been approved for the status of Graduate on the basis of his/ her portfolio, he/she will be considered a Completer.

Graduation CeremonyGraduation ceremonies are held quarterly. Graduates are presented with certificates and given the opportunity to present some of their work to their family and friends.

Early Graduation PolicyStudents who have secured employment in the industry prior to their scheduled graduation and still wish to be considered a graduate of The Circus, must complete the initial request and secure and approval from the Department Chair. The Department Chair will review the request, the student’s portfolio and grades to date. The Graduate Exit Form must be completed and approved by all required departments. It is strongly recommended that the student complete a minimum of six quarters before applying.

If approval is granted, the student will receive a certificate dated as of the graduation of the quarter in which the request was made. If the student wishes to participate in the graduation ceremonies, he/she will have that opportunity.

If the approval is denied, the student will have the option to be considered a withdrawal, a completer (non-grad) or remain in school until the regularly scheduled graduation date.

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Placement The Creative Circus offers assistance to graduates seeking employment opportunities. The school does not promise employment and can not be held responsible if a student fails to find employment. Students may seek counsel of this department as long as they are enrolled in good standing and/or have completed all requirements of their educational program. Some of the services provided by the Career Services Department include, but are not limited to:

•PersonalPlacementCounseling •ContactListsofEmployersthroughouttheU.S. •Follow-UpSurveys •GraduateIndustryPortfolioReviews •MentorAssignmentsin6thQuarter

Students are encouraged to maintain contact with the Career Services Director and to notify the office of any change in address or status. Once employment is secured, the graduate must provide statistical data on the job and salary range to the Career Services Director. Maintaining a close communication with the Career Services Department regarding employ-ment updates is essential to the continuing success of the Circus placement efforts.

Students with outstanding balances, who withdraw prior to completion, or fail to participate as required in placement activities, waive all future rights to career services assistance.

Placement Requirements The Grad Handbook, received by all graduate quarter students, contains all of the requirements for graduation as well as a list of items to be generated for a job search. Advance copies of this handbook can be obtained from the Department Heads or the Career Services Director. Graduate resumes are kept on file in the placement office for reference. Meeting with the Career Services Director, prior to graduation for a graduate exit interview, is required.

Items useful during a job search: •Personalidentitysystem–letterhead,envelope,businesscard,thankyoucard •Resumé •Minibooks •Tearsheets •Website •Digitalorpdfportfolio,etc. •Professionalportfolio(Noacetate/plasticsleeveportfolios,please!)

Students must be active, pro-active and responsive when the school’s Career Services Office requests job search materials.

Placement assistance is only available to Circus graduates. “Completers” will not be able to utilize the assistance of the Career Services Department. (See previous page for definition of Completer)

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In its simplest form, the role of the art director is to direct the art. This means controlling the page and its assets. In the

industry, an art director will collaborate with photographers, programmers, writers and designers. We try to re-create this

experience as much as possible at The Creative Circus. The primary challenge an art director faces is the effective joining

of a strategic and creative execution with its appropriate media. An art director must understand the constraints of digital

media. He or she does not have to be completely versed in back-end programming anymore than Radiohead knows how

their light show works. They do, however, have to be able to intelligently discuss the functionality of Flash, Dreamweaver,

HTML and many other digital applications. Much of this education is self-imposed, given the changing nature of these

programs. While The Circus assists as much as possible in making students aware of trends in new media, it is the respon-

sibility of the student to stay completely updated.

The Creative Circus Art Direction curriculum is based on these real-world problems and practices. Course work is broken

down into three basic areas of study – strategy, concept and execution. To get a job, an art director must show proficiency in

all three areas.

Many agencies believe Strategy is the beginning of the creative process. Creative strategy focuses and inspires conceptual

thinking. In strategy classes, which support the concept (teams) classes, an art director writes strategies that are applied

to projects in the concept classes. The art direction student will get a firm understanding of brief writing, branding, and

media integration.

But before an art director can realistically begin thinking about his or her final portfolio, he or she must master the many

fundamental skills required for visual communication.

Typography, Color Theory, Image creation, and Design principles, along with mastery of the art director’s primary tool –

the computer – are just the beginning. Additionally, because art directors share responsibility for the successful expression

of the whole idea with their creative partner, early classes are offered in the basics of copywriting.

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Once the fundamentals of strategy, creativity, and design are learned, the art direction student applies these skills in the

concept classes, the core of our curriculum, which is taught at all levels. In these classes the art director is usually teamed

with a copywriter to work on speculative real-world assignments.

There they solve a variety of problems but now must consider media placement – print, television, point of sale, alternative

media, direct mail, and the web – as part of the solution. Once a creative team comes up with a concept based on a sound

strategy, the execution is reviewed and refined in layout classes.

To graduate from The Creative Circus, an art director must show a high degree of proficiency in strategic thinking and

creative execution. His/her portfolio must show a range of creative solutions, audiences, types of media, and design in

addition to creating various vehicles for presenting and promoting their work. These vehicles include a personal identity

package, a resume, mini-books, and a website. It’s all about the work.

During the grad quarter the student meets with the Director of Career Services to discuss career goals and objectives,

industry networking and job search. In addition, graduating art directors work with an industry professional on personal

presentation skills that will benefit them during interviews or presentations to a client. Once the student fulfills all the

school’s requirements and successfully completes grad quarter, he/she graduates.

The graduate has access to our alumni listings, agency contacts, portfolio reviews, and direct assistance from the Director

of Career Services. Many agencies consistently use our Career Services to find the talent they need, and the graduate can

continue to use the resources of our Career Services Department throughout his/her career.

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First Quarter GE102 Introduction to Creative Thinking 1.65 credits GE101 Strategy 1 1.65 VS101 Typography 1 1.65VS102 Introduction to Graphic Design 1.65 CL100 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Second Quarter CG904 InDesign 1.65TM210 Introduction to the Creative Team 1.65 VS201 Typography 2 1.65 VS202 Color Theory 1.65 CL200 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Third Quarter CG925 Digital 1 1.65TM310 Creative Team 3 1.65 TM311 Advertising Concepts 1 1.65VS301 Typography 3 1.65 CL300 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Fourth Quarter TM415 Ad Concepts 6 1.65DS606 Branding 1.65TM410 Creative Team 4 1.65 TM411 Advertising Concepts 2 1.65 CL400 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Fifth QuarterDS104 Trademarks 1.65 credits CG941 Concepting for Flash 1.65TM510 Creative Team 5 1.65 TM511 Advertising Concepts 3 1.65 CL500 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Sixth QuarterAD401 Layout 1 1.65TM601 Interdisciplinary Team 2 (AD/CW/IM) 1.65 TM610 Creative Team 6 1.65 TM611 Advertising Concepts 4 1.65 CL600 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Seventh Quarter CG926 Digital 2 1.65 GR803 Advanced Specialized Study 1.65 TM710 Creative Team 7 1.65 TM711 Advertising Concepts 5 1.65 CL700 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Eighth Quarter AD501 Layout 2 1.65 TM810 Creative Teams 1.65GR801 Graduate Portfolio Review/Job Preparation 1.65 TM814 Concepting for the Portfolio 1.65 CL800 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

TOTAL QUARTER CREDIT HOURS 96.80REQUIRED to GRADUATE

The preceding list is a suggested sequence of courses.

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* Electives are chosen in consultation with the Department Head. All courses may be considered electives if the prerequisite is satisfied.

** Elective may be substituted for students who are able to demonstrate proficiency in the skills included in CG900.

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Traditionally, in an advertising agency the copywriter is one-half of the creative team. Sharing with their art direction

partner the responsibility for creating effective advertising, a copywriter is a conceptual wizard and storyteller. At The

Creative Circus, the copywriting curriculum is based on real world problems and practices, where coursework is broken

down into three basic areas of study – strategy, concept and execution. To get a job, a copywriter must show proficiency in

all three. The results of this program are gathered, edited and polished, becoming the student’s portfolio – his/her most

important tool during the job hunt and subsequent career.

Many agencies believe strategy is the beginning of the creative process. Creative strategy focuses and inspires conceptual

thinking. Here, in strategy classes, which support the concept (teams) classes, a copywriter defines strategies that are

applied to projects in the concept classes.

Initial classes focus on the fundamentals of creativity, communication and the computer. In classes with working profes-

sionals, the finer points of headline writing and how to craft informative body copy are addressed. In addition to the verbal

skills needed to execute an ad, a copywriter must also speak intelligently before a creative director, a client, even his

creative partner about the whole concept, communicating clearly the verbal and visual elements. As a result, basic prin-

ciples of typography and design are taught during the early quarters.

Once the fundamentals have been established, the copywriting student is ready to apply these skills in the concepting

classes, the core of our curriculum, which is taught at all levels. Here students are paired with an art director to work on

a wide variety of speculative real-world assignments. When the team determines a sound strategy and a unique concept,

the creativity begins.

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The copywriter writes and rewrites the copy. In the case of a print ad, the copywriter crafts the exact wording in each

headline and all the body copy. For television and radio, the writer determines every word of the script. Great writers are

able to tap into a variety of emotions, voices, and styles – anything that will effectively communicate a client’s message to

different audiences. Weekly, the creative team presents its ideas to a professional who critiques the work just as a creative

director does in an agency, dispensing direction with dashes of inspiration.

To graduate from The Creative Circus, a copywriter must show a high degree of proficiency in strategic thinking, concep-

tual interpretation, and creative execution. The work in the final portfolio should also show a range of creative solutions,

audiences, types of media, and voices. Graduating students are also expected to create various vehicles for presenting and

promoting their work, which include a personal identity package, a resumé, mini-books, and a web site.

During the grad quarter, the student meets with the Director of Career Services to discuss career goals, objectives, net-

working and job search. In addition, graduating copywriters work with an industry professional on personal presentation

skills that will benefit them during interviews or presentations to a client.

The graduate has access to our alumni listings, agency contacts, portfolio reviews, and direct assistance from the Director

of Career Services. Many agencies consistently use the resources of our Career Services Department throughout his/her

career.

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First Quarter CW102 Introduction to Creative Thinking 1.65 credits CW101 Introduction to Copywriting 1.65 CW104 Art Direction for Copywriters 1.65GE101 Strategy 1 1.65CL100 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Second Quarter CG904 InDesign 1.65CW201 Developing Your Voice 1.65CW203 Writing for Radio or Elective* 1.65 TM210 Introduction to the Creative Team 1.65CL200 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Third Quarter CG925 Digital 1 1.65 TM310 Creative Team 3 1.65 TM311 Advertising Concepts 1 1.65 CW106 Headlines 1.65CL300 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Fourth Quarter CW301 Copy 1 1.65 TM410 Creative Team 4 1.65TM411 Advertising Concepts 2 1.65TM415 Ad Concepts 1.65 CL400 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

CURRICULUM for

Copywriting

* Electives are chosen in consultation with the Department Head. All courses may be considered electives if the prerequisite is satisfied.

** Elective may be substituted for students who are able to demonstrate proficiency in the skills included in CG900.

Fifth Quarter CW720 Copycrafting 1 1.65 creditsCG903 Photoshop 1 1.65TM510 Creative Team 5 1.65TM511 Advertising Concepts 3 1.65 CL500 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Sixth Quarter CW820 Copycrafting 2 1.65TM601 Interdisciplinary Team 2 (AD/CW/IM) 1.65 TM610 Creative Team 6 1.65 TM611 Advertising Concepts 4 1.65 CL600 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Seventh Quarter GR803 Advanced Specialized Study 1.65CG926 Digital 2 1.65 TM710 Creative Team 7 1.65 TM711 Advertising Concepts 5 1.65 CL700 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Eighth QuarterCW805 Professional Development for Copywriting 1.65 TM810 Creative Teams 1.65 GR801 Graduate Portfolio Review/Job Preparation 1.65 TM814 Concepting for the Portfolio 1.65 CL800 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

TOTAL QUARTER CREDIT HOURS 96.80REQUIRED to GRADUATE

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Graphic design is, at its essence, communication. From CDs and book covers to the brochure that introduces your new

toaster to the brand identity of your gas station, graphic design communicates each voice and message uniquely. First by

understanding the client’s needs and then by determining the appropriate message for the audience, designers develop,

design and produce vehicles for that message that take advantage of all media and all dimensions.

The design curriculum at The Creative Circus prepares students for this by providing design principles and creative

methods for solving any problem set before them. We begin with foundation level courses in design, typography, produc-

tion, color theory, and computers, then apply those lessons to a wide range of entities and problems. Students learn how to

determine a visual voice and an appropriate form – print collateral, stationery system, posters, annual report, capability

brochure, catalog, publication, packaging, signage, web site – for best connecting a brand to its audience. Because most

classes are taught by working professionals, student work is judged with the same professionally rigorous standards of

success regarding deadlines, budgets, aesthetics, and concepts.

A designer must understand the constraints of digital media. He or she does not have to be completely versed in back-

end programming anymore than Radiohead knows how their light show works. They do, however, have to be able to

intelligently discuss the functionality of Flash, Dreamweaver, HTML and many other digital applications. Much of this

education is self-imposed, given the changing nature of these programs. While The Circus assists as much as possible in

making students aware of trends in new media, it is the responsibility of the student to stay completely updated.

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To graduate as a graphic designer from The Creative Circus, the work in the final portfolio should also show a range of

creative solutions, audiences, types of media, and voices. Graduating students are also expected to create various vehicles

for presenting and promoting their work, which include a personal identity package, a resume, mini-books, and a website.

As with most professions, good networking skills can make a job search more productive and fruitful. This is doubly

true of a career in graphic design. Design students develop agency and studio profiles during their grad quarter to better

acquaint them with the colorful and varied world they are about to enter. Additionally, throughout their career at The

Creative Circus, students are strongly encouraged to build on our Career Services Department resources by participating

in industry events and by using the professional organization, the American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA), as their first

opportunity for networking.

All this preparation will provide a design graduate from The Creative Circus, a professionally executed portfolio of great

creativity, a self promotion package, and also a solid foundation in production methods, computer skills, industry prac-

tices, and contact information. The graphic design graduate will have the materials and confidence to conduct a targeted,

deliberate, and efficient job search. Successfully.

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First QuarterGE102 Introduction to Creatve Thinking 1.65 creditsVS203 Production Methodologies 1.65 VS101 Typography 1 1.65VS102 Introduction to Graphic Design 1.65 CL100 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Second QuarterCG904 InDesign 1.65GE101 Strategy 1 1.65VS201 Typography 2 1.65VS202 Color Theory for DS 1.65CL200 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Third QuarterDS104 Trademarks 1.65GE903 Photoshop 1 1.65 VS401 Design Concepts 1.65VS301 Typography 3 1.65CL300 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Fourth QuarterCG925 Digital 1 1.65DS606 Branding 1.65DS403 Package Design 1.65DS401 Illustration for Design 1.65 CL400 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Fifth QuarterDS506 Publications 1.65 creditsDS520 Brand Extension 1.65DS504 Advanced Trademarks 1.65CG921 Web Design 1.65 CL500 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Sixth QuarterVS302 Advanced Color Theory 1.65CG926 Digital 2 1.65GR803 Advanced Specialized Study 1.65 GE976 Deathmatch 1.65CL600 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Seventh Quarter DS705 Professional Practices 1.65GR804 Portfolio ID 1.65DS803 Creative Sequential Design 1.65TM601 Teams 1.65 CL700 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Eighth QuarterTM701 Interdisciplinary Team 3 (DS/IM) 1.65DS706 Advanced Branding 1.65 DS805 Graduate Portfolio Review/Job Preparation 1.65DS505 Corporate Identity 1.65CL800 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

TOTAL QUARTER CREDIT HOURS 96.80REQUIRED to GRADUATE

The preceding list is a suggested sequence of courses.

CURRICULUM for

Graphic Design

* Electives are chosen in consultation with the Department Head. All courses may be considered electives if the prerequisite is satisfied.

** Elective may be substituted for students who are able to demonstrate proficiency in the skills included in CG900.

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A professional photographer communicates through a layered and elaborate visual process. As a communicator and

problem solver, the successful commercial photographer has an extensive understanding of the technical, aesthetic and

conceptual elements of the medium. They are artists. The Image/Photography program at The Creative Circus has been

developed with this in mind – to help photographers become artists. Professionals work with students at every level to

develop conceptual, visual, and technical skills required for a career as a professional photographer. We combine old school

fundamentals with the latest technology to ensure that the concept – the art – never suffers from a poor execution.

Conceptual thinking is stressed throughout the curriculum. Some courses enable the student to work individually

while others require collaborative problem solving with students from other disciplines. It’s a creative marriage that has

real-world challenges but, ultimately, produces finished professional samples. Additionally, a good working relationship

here can and will, carry over into the professional arena. Many times it’s not what you can do, but who you know.

Technically, there is much a photography student must learn. Basics in small, medium and large format camera options

will be explored in the studio. Classes in studio and location lighting expose the student to daylight, tungsten, quartz and

electronic flash options, in addition to understanding additive and subtractive lighting tools, light modifiers, and grip gear.

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Today more image making requires comfort and fluency on the computer. By using lighting and studio techniques from

other classes, students capture images either as an original digital file or scan film which then allows them to work in Pho-

toshop, the industry standard, to craft a finished image.

In preparing an Image/ Photography student’s final portfolio, we look at the conceptual and technical successes of the

student’s work to establish a personal point of view. Generalize or specialize. Still life, product, portraiture or fashion

can define one’s presence in the marketplace. Plans are also made to build, market and manage a business in commercial

photography.

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First QuarterIM100 Basic Lighting 1.65 creditsIM110 Digital Photography 1 1.65IM120 Digital Color Management 1.65IM130 Boot Camp 1.65CL100 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Second QuarterIM200 Advanced Lighting 1.65 IM210 Digital Photography 2 1.65IM220 Visual Thinking for Photographers 1.65IM410 Competitions for Image 1.65CL200 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Third QuarterIM310 Introduction to Portraiture 1.65IM340 Documentary 1 1.65CG927 Digital 3 1.65IM350 Equipment & Tools 1.65CL300 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50 Fourth QuarterIM320 Intro to Product 1.65IM420 Fashion & Beauty 1.65IM430 Interiors & Exteriors 1.65VS202 Color Theory for Image 1.65CL400 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Fifth Quarter IM510 Tabletop/Still Life Photography 1.65 creditsIM520 Corporate Photography 1.65IM330 View Camera 1.65TM601 Teams 1.65 CL500 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Sixth QuarterTM601 Interdisciplinary Team 2 (AD/CW/IM) 1.65 IM620 Styling 1.65IM640 Weddings 1.65IM730 Business & Marketing 1.65CL600 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Seventh QuarterTM701 Interdisciplinary Team 3 (GD/IM) 1.65 IM720 Individual Projects 1 1.65 IM830 Assisting Workshop 1.65IM840 Directed Studies 1.65CL700 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

Eighth QuarterIM810 Graduate Portfolio Development 1.65IM820 Individual Projects 2 1.65GR803 Advanced Specialized Study 1.65GE920 Film / Video / TV Production 1.65CL800 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50

TOTAL QUARTER CREDIT HOURS 96.80REQUIRED to GRADUATE

The preceding list is a suggested sequence of courses.

CURRICULUM for

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COURSE

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CG903 Photoshop™ 1 1.65 creditsThis course introduces the student to the standard industry software for image manipulation. The student learns the basics of utilizing program capabilities such as scanning, photo retouching, color correcting, subject rearrangement and other image editing functions.

CG904 Indesign / Illustrator 1.65 creditsThis class is an overview of two Adobe programs.

CG913 Photoshop 2 1.65 creditsThis course will take the student to the next step in photo editing – channels. Learning new concepts in the area of custom selections, the heart of photo editing, the student will take greater control over the editing process.

CG921 Web Design 1 1.65 creditsThis class is an introduction to concepting for the interactive environ-ment: the structure, principles, and creative processes associated with concepting effective new media communications. The student will develop skill sets necessary to develop websites and digital communica-tions in an HTML environment.

CG925 Digital 1 1.65 creditsThis seminar course will introduce students to the concepts behind using new media in advertising.

CG926 Digital 2 1.65 creditsStudents will take an existing print ad campaign from their portfolio and expand it to a new media format.

CG931 Web Production 1 1.65 creditsThe world of electronic advertising will show the most growth in the coming decades, getting more familiar with it is imperative. Exploring the unexplored will prepare you for any new technology and concepts.

CG941 Concepting for Flash 1.65 creditsThe student will be introduced to this popular vector-based software program, its most obvious feature being animation. Assignments will combine the creative with the technical, focusing on the unique attri-butes of the software that allow apparent seamless animations.

CG942 Flash 2 1.65 creditsThe student will further his knowledge of this software program as it particularly relates to producing websites. Assignments will combine the creative with the technical, focusing on the attributes of the software that allow websites to be designed, coded and functioning.

AD104 Copywriting for Art Directors 1.65 credits A class that exposes art directors to the various creative challenges and processes that writers experience.

AD401 Layout 1 1.65 credits Basic awareness of spatial relationships of headlines, photos, body copy, logos, and white space.

AD501 Layout 2 1.65 creditsThe course focus is on more intricate layouts. Multi-visual, run-around typography, mixed media, multi-page layouts, brochures.

AD701 Layout 3 1.65 credits This advanced layout course encourages the student to develop confidence in his or her talent, to trust his or her ability to design an ad so that it commands attention, stops the reader and communicates a message with impact.

AD801 Layout 4 1.65 creditsThis advanced layout course continues moving the art direction student’s education forward but with an intense focus on advanced typography for the finished portfolio.

CL100-800 Creative Comprehensive Lab 5.50 creditsThese courses record hours worked outside the class on assignments, projects, concept time, photo shoots, meeting with teams, etc. as well as recording the end-of-the-quarter final presentation panel grade.

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CW101 Introduction to Copywriting 1.65 creditsThis introductory course will allow the copywriting student to begin to learn the rudimentary techniques of writing advertising headline and body copy, the economy of words and thought peculiar to this type of writing, and the necessity of creative thinking in written expression.

CW102 Introduction to Creative Thinking 1.65 creditsThis course emphasizes the daily necessity for original, creative thinking. Students will be taught to recognize and avoid clichés, hackneyed or trite ideas as well as diversify their own concepting techniques.

CW104 Art Direction for Copywriters 1.65 creditsThis course will familiarize copywriters with special skills, techniques, constraints and freedoms which those who will be their career partners face in the professional world.

CW106 Headlines 1.65 creditsCopywriting students will work to concept, craft and refine headlines for varied types of advertising campaigns.

CW201 Developing Your Voice 1.65 creditsThe professional advertising writer must have a distinctively personal style in the way she or he approaches a problem, whether conceptual or written. This course will encourage the student to overcome inhibitions and prejudices in order to allow her or him to gain experience and confi-dence in the value of her or his intrinsic talent and ability.

CW203 Writing for Radio 1.65 creditsWriting advertising copy for radio is a highly disciplined talent. In this course, the student will be introduced to the basics of radio writing, including time constraints, building the “theater of the mind” for the audience, sound effects, voice talent, and basic production principles.

CW301 Copy 1 1.65 creditsThis is not about building a book; it’s about building the skills to build a book: style, emotion, grammar, rhythm, meaning, re-writing. In short, writing correctly.

CW401 Body Copy 1.65 creditsThis course emphasizes bringing the same creative talent to body copy that a great writer brings to her or his headlines.

CW601 Writing Long Copy 1.65 creditsA course designed to teach the writer to deal with the structure, conti-nuity, transition and style problems associated with writing in detailed, narrative form.

CW720 Copycrafting 1 1.65 creditsThe advanced copywriting student will break down and improve his/her copy, word by word, for possible portfolio pieces.

CW805 Professional Development for Copywriting 1.65 creditsThis course will allow graduating Copywriters the opportunity to learn about professional best practices, self-promotion and career development.

CW820 Copycrafting 2 1.65 creditsIn this advanced level graduate quarter class, copy is perfected for the final book.

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DS104 Trademarks 1.65 creditsThrough research, in-class concepting and outside assignments, student learns that a logo is an advertisement, expression, visual representation and synopsis of the subject matter in a simple wordless statement.

DS401 Illustration for Design 1.65 creditsCreating and completing original art for various media, formats, func-tions and problems with an emphasis on hand skills and mixed media.

DS402 Collateral Design 1.65 creditsThis design course teaches students to establish a visual vernacular and speak with consistency and clarity across a variety of related collateral or print materials.

DS403 Package Design 1.65 creditsWhat makes a consumer pick one package over another? What stops them? Dimensional design is studied in this course. The consumer’s experience determines shape, materials, color, typography, photography and/or illustration in this sophisticated form of communication.

DS504 Advanced Trademarks 1.65 creditsThis course continues to develop the student’s skill such that he or she has a variety of visual solutions for any given identity problem.

DS505 Corporate Identity 1.65 creditsThe course is designed to introduce and engage the student in the conceptual and technical understanding, execution and application of corporate identity as a system of communication.

DS506 Publication Design 1.65 creditsThis course introduces the student to magazine design by developing content, design and image word combinations that speak to a specific audience.

DS520 Brand Extension 1.65 creditsStudents from varied disciplines will come together in this course to concept and develop another dimension of an existing brand in an effort to enhance the client’s opportunities for revenue.

DS603 Advanced Package Design 1.65 creditsThis course takes the student into further explorations of the psycho-logical, consumerist and production complexities of package design, including broadening the packaging concepts into point-of-purchase and other support materials.

DS606 Branding 1.65 creditsThis course pushes the student to consider identity in a larger scope than logo or trademark design. The student will consider messaging and voice on a holistic level.

DS705 Professional Practices 1.65 creditsThis course will allow late quarter design students the opportunity to learn about professional best practices, self-promotion and career development.

DS706 Advanced Branding 1.65 creditsThis course is an intense examination of how a brand is communicated, both internally and externally. The student will develop effective and effi-cient brand messaging and materials. The course covers various printing methods, inks, papers and press prep methods.

DS801 Independent Study 2 1.65 creditsIn this graduate quarter class the student will finish and finesse projects from independent Study 1 or previous classes for their final portfolio.

DS803 Creative Sequential Design 1.65 creditsStudents will create a creative sequential piece. The objective is to do something they are passionate about, show their personality, and demonstrate how far they can extend an idea. There will be a minimum of 24 pages which can be bound into a traditional or experimental book format. This is an open project. Students will explore who they are or what they love in a piece with the sole goal of creating an expression of themselves.

DS805 Graduate Portfolio Review/Job Preparation 1.65 creditsThis class will focus on completion of design projects and their presentation in the final portfolio with in-depth portfolio critiques, as well as addressing the job search, resumé preparation, creation of self-promotion pieces, web-site, and a PDF electronic portfolio. The contact, the interview, salaries, salary negotiations, working with recruit-ers, professionalism, and presentation will be covered. We will address the many-faceted aspects of the job search and go over specific agency information, history and research.

DS806 Advanced Collateral Design 1.65 creditsThis course builds on previous collateral design courses to expose the student to more complex and innovative design solutions.

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GE101 Strategy 1 1.65 creditsThis course introduces students to the basics of developing a creative strategy based on sound business principles, realistic budgets and focused demographics.

GE201 Strategy 2 1.65 creditsEmphasis in this course will be on developing tight, strategically sound creative thinking. This course is designed to ensure that the student’s thinking remains within the bounds of sound business principles, realis-tic budgets and focused demographics.

GE102 Introduction to Creative Thinking 1.65 creditsThe course emphasizes the daily necessity for original thinking and writ-ing in the creative fields. Through practical assignments, students will be taught to recognize and avoid cliches, hackneyed or trite ideas.

GE903 Photoshop 1 1.65 creditsThis course introduces the student to the standard industry software for image manipulation. The student learns the basics of utilizing program capabilities such as scanning, photo retouching, color correcting, subject rearrangement and other image editing functions.

GE920 Film, Video, TV Production 1.65 creditsThis course will allow Image students to learn to concept and execute for motion photography.

GE940 Introduction to Interactive 1.65 creditsThis survey examines current interactive design, strategy, and user experience and the affects this ever changing technology has on well rounded communication.

GE950 History of Design 1.65 creditsThis survey provides an examination of past and present designers and their impact and influence on current graphics and typography.

GE951 History of Advertising 1.65 creditsThis survey provides an examination of influential creative individuals, agencies, and the campaigns that shaped the advertising industry.

GE975 Books, Boxes & Portfolios 1.65 creditsAn intensive course in three-dimensional thinking. bookmaking and boxmaking techniques, mechanics and materials can be useful for designing unique packaging, comps, and/or a portfolio case.

GR801 Graduate Portfolio Review/Job Preparation 1.65 creditsThis class will focus on the job search, final portfolio with in-depth port-folio critiques, web-site, PDF electronic portfolio and traditional portfolio preparation. The contact, the interview, salaries, salary negotiations, working with recruiters, professionalism, and presentation will be cov-ered. There will also be some portfolio review by guest reviewers. We will address the many-faceted aspects of the job search and go over specific agency information, history and research.

GR802 Mentoring 1.65 creditsThe purpose of this class is to develop the student’s own critical skills, professional presence and self-confidence. Each student will be assigned to a lower-level class as a teaching assistant. The student will be expected to participate actively in class instruction and critique and to apply what the student experiences in the class to his or her own work, particularly in Portfolio Review.

GR803 Advanced Specialized Study 12.00 creditsThis course allows advanced students to receive individualized feedback on book pieces, group critique as well as one-on-one instructor consultation.

GR804 Portfolio ID 1.65 creditsUpper quarter students focus on their identity and developing their physical portfolios. They will build minibooks and tear sheets. Class time is spent critiquing their portfolio web sites and related personal market-ing materials as well as the work that’s going in the portfolios.

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IM100 Basic Lighting 1.65 creditsLight is one half of photography. To control the light one must be exposed to its properties and its variations. Daylight and tungsten light will be discussed and practiced through class assignments and dem-onstrations. Placement, intensity, metering and exposing of light are the basic controls a photographer must master.

IM110 Digital Photography 1 1.65 creditsBegins the process of working with electronic digital cameras, digital work flow, and Photoshop software.

IM120 Digital Color Management 1.65 creditsIncluded in the advanced format is a concentration and application of a digital workflow; from digital still capture through, and including electronic output, archiving, and management.

IM130 Image Boot Camp 1.65 creditsIs a basic digital photography class that deals with camera and lens operations. The information includes the camera settings of both shutter speed and aperature, and how, when combined, produce a correctly exposed digital file. Lens discussions involve focal length, depth of field properties, and focusing techniques. IM200 Advanced Lighting 1.65 creditsStudents will continue studies in lighting principles introduced in Basic Lighting. Topics include lighting ratios, characteristics, additive and subtractive methods, color balancing and mixed lighting.

IM210 Digital Photography 2 1.65 creditsFurthers the processes and skills learned in Digital Photography 1 by addressing the making of selections, masking, basic color correction, film scanning, advanced Photoshop, file managing, and archiving.

IM220 Visual Thinking for Photographers 1.65 creditsA class devoted to stretching the creative, conceptual muscles of photog-raphers in the imagining, development, and production of a compelling image – an image that’s more than just a pretty picture.

IM230 Storyboarding 1.65 creditsStudents will apply industry standard storyboarding and scripting to visual effects. Contents to be covered include purposes and formats of story boards, basic terminology, and concepts used in storyboarding, and the application of storyboarding techniques to the creation of storyboards with or without a written script.

IM300 Video Camera & Lighting Techniques 1.65 creditsStudents examine the basic techniques of pre-production including light-ing, cameras, lenses, mounting equipment, framing and composition, video tape, VCR’s studio facilities and personnel. Using video recorders and players, the techniques of dubbing, assembling, and inserting visu-als and sound from source to source are also practiced.

IM310 Introduction to Portraiture 1.65 creditsAt some point in every photographer’s career it is necessary to photo-graph people. This course provides the technical information needed to become proficient in a variety of fields where the subjects are people. Broad, short, Rembrandt, split, beauty and butterfly lighting are some of the basics covered here. Posing and body language will also be discussed.

IM320 Introduction to Product Illustration 1.65 creditsPhotographing objects can be a fairly straightforward task. Styling, design, concepting, lighting and shooting to a layout are just some of the topics covered in this hands on course. Photographing objects of all sizes from small to large will be discussed or demonstrated in the course.

IM330 Introduction to View Camera 1.65 creditsThis complete manual system of photography dates back to some of the earliest cameras used, yet it remains in the forefront for precise technical high quality image-making in commercial, architectural and fine art image. The flexibilities and limitations of the view camera, field camera and press camera are covered in detail to introduce the student to the possibilities opened up by this demanding instrument.

IM340 Documentary Photography 1.65 creditsCapturing the essence of people, places and events is the main thrust of the material presented in this course. The photodocumentarian works with socially significant issues through the language of photography. Subject matter may be the environment, travel or the “human condi-tion.” This course deals with photographs as a series of images as well as single images. Class topics include equipment, films, processes, researching and finding markets, obtaining releases and a variety of other related ideas and information.

IM350 Equipment & Tools 1.65 creditsNew equipment will be presented on a weekly basis including, but not limited to, cameras, lenses, lights and light modifiers, digital capture and processing tools, and grip/location gear. Operational demonstrations and hands on usage will be stressed.

IM410 Competition for Photographers 1.65 creditsBy creating and exploring various photographic techniques, students will execute specific conceptual assignments while meeting required production timelines. Personal expressionism and unique photographic styles are encouraged.

IM420 Fashion & Beauty 1.65 creditsClothing, accessories, model portfolios and performers are a few of the subjects in the fashion and glamour field. This course covers finding and working with models, lighting and posing techniques, film/digital equipment, model releases and other information required to work successfully in this fast paced and competitive field.

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IM430 Interiors & Exteriors 1.65 creditsStyling, composition, and lighting are important factors in showcasing living and working spaces. Balancing mixed light, choosing appropriate props, and determining the ideal camera location can define the vision of an architect, interior designer or space planner. This type of photography can be used in editorial magazines or commercial brochures.

IM450 Medium/Large Format 1.65 creditsWorking with larger formats presents variables and challenges not present in small format photography. A more controlled and systematic approach to black and white photography expands the student’s skill and knowledge. Archival print processing and presentation will be included.

IM510 Tabletop/Still Life Photography 1.65 creditsStudents will continue studies in lighting principles. Topics include lighting ratios, characteristics, additive and subtractive methods, color balancing and mixed lighting.

IM520 Corporate Photography 1.65 creditsAnnual reports, quarterly reports and corporate public relations are but a few of the areas in which the corporate industrial photographer works. Learning the skills which make it possible to photograph not only the executive portrait, but the material stored in the warehouse, the new goods coming off the assembly line and the worker in the environment of industry, are the lessons delivered in this informative course.

IM540 Broadcast Graphics 1.65 creditsStudents will apply storyboarding, typography, and logo design principles to create graphics for video, animation, multi media, and web design projects.

IM620 Styling 1.65 creditsThe research and gathering of objects and elements for a photograph is integral to its accuracy of conceptual execution. Styling improves the level of visual taste and sophistication through coordinating the various elements (people, clothing, food, objects, background, etc.) and design-ing them for photographic production. Introduction to prop houses and various sources necessary to produce styled photographs will be cov-ered. Image research from publications illustrating current photographic styles is also emphasized. Group critiques will allow evaluation of how well student knowledge and skills have been demonstrated.

IM640 Weddings 1.65 creditsWedding photography is part portraiture and part photojournalism. This course covers the basics from scheduling the event to the final portfolio presentation. Sandwiched in between that start and finish will include posing, lighting basics, the use of filters, and the importance of storytelling.

IM720 Individual Projects 1 1.65 creditsThe student must provide a pre-determined number of concepts and present these ideas to the department head for approval. Once approved, the student must meet and maintain a production schedule for the balance of the quarter.

IM730 Business & Marketing 1.65 creditsWorking on a practical level, the student will produce a kit of essential business practice forms as well as a marketing strategy to help identify and contact potential clients. The portfolio will be examined and cri-tiqued to best refine the photographic voice for the general marketplace.

IM810 Graduate Portfolio Development 1.65 creditsEmphasis will be placed on polishing presentation, developing and expanding local network contacts, and refining the skill of self-assess-ment, self-promotion and marketing.

IM820 Individual Projects 2 1.65 creditsEstablished for the focused student to further expand his/her final gradu-ate portfolio. The student must provide a pre-determined number of concepts and present these ideas to the department head for approval. Once approved, the student must meet and maintain a production schedule for the balance of the quarter.

IM830 Assisting Workshop 1.65 creditsEach student is assigned to a working commercial photography studio. The student and studio must commit to a full eight hour work day a week, for ten weeks. The student will perform as an assistant, take direc-tion from the photographer, complete requested tasks, and learn through observation and participation the day to day operations of a photography business. At the end of the quarter the studio will be contacted for a performance review of the student and a final grade will follow.

IM840 Directed Studies 1 1.65 credits This class is designed for the ever changing needs and opportunities for the Creative Circus student. This class will enable The Circus to address needs outside the normal curriculum and be adaptive to special situations for its students. These situations may include a special guest instructor from the creative industry, a special project, large or small in scope, submitted to The Circus for student participation, and/or working on certain aspects specific to the completion of the graduate book.

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TM610 Creative Team 6: Alternative Marketing 1.65 creditsThe student will be exposed to the radical, innovative, unconventional and sometimes startling approaches to advertising which have come to be called “guerrilla marketing.” Working with a partner, the student will create full advertising strategies and campaigns in which original “guerrilla marketing” ideas and executions are integral components.

TM611 Advertising Concepts 4 1.65 creditsWorking in teams, the students will concept and execute a series of print campaigns.

TM700 Super Teams 1.65 creditsThis class assembles teams that each have designers, art directors and writers (or alternate combinations) in a project that crosses all media and takes advantage of creative input from the varied disciplines. The teams will rebrand and relaunch an existing company by creating a new mis-sion statement, logo redesign, store redesign, package design, web site, launch campaigns, new product/advertsing, and then present all their ideas in a well-designed and produced “Brand Book.” TM701 Interdisciplinary Team 3 (GD/IM) 1.65 creditsThis course explores the creative working relationship between a graphic designer and photographer. Their creative marriage serves a slightly different audience than the advertising/photography team. Finished samples may include a movie poster, product brochure or an editorial magazine spread.

TM710 Creative Team 7 1.65 creditsSince most advertising is for consumer products, this course will focus the advanced student on the area in which most professionals work. Working with a copywriter, the student will develop original advertising campaigns at the highest level of excellence for common consumer products and package goods.

TM711 Advertising Concepts 5 1.65 creditsIn this final quarter of Advertising Concepts, the student will create advertising campaigns, across all media, which may be expected to represent the student’s talent and abilities in the job market through her or his final portfolio.

TM810 Teams 1.65 creditsIn this final teams course, 8th quarter students will work in teams and individually to ensure that the ads produced for their portfolio are expertly concepted and executed and are ready to present to potential employers.

TM814 Concepting for the Portfolio 1.65 creditsPrerequisite: Department Head permissionThe student will be expected to review his or her own portfolio and to work with the instructor in this class to reinforce strengths and fill gaps in what will become the student’s graduate portfolio. All assignments in this class will be tailored to the student’s individual need.

TM210 Introduction to the Creative Team 1.65 creditsThis course introduces the student to the basic work structure in which he or she will work through the remainder of both school and profes-sional careers. Teamed with a partner, the student will be exposed to the techniques of joint brainstorming, concept development and execution of ideas through “thumbnails” or “comps.”

TM310 Creative Team 3 1.65 creditsWorking with a partner, the student will concept several print advertising campaigns during the course of this class. The objective of the course is to begin to develop professional-level samples of the student’s work for her or his final portfolio.

TM311 Advertising Concepts 1 1.65 creditsStudents will develop advertising concepts to be presented weekly in class. This course will stress not only the value of the concepts but also the manner in which they are presented, including voice, vocabulary, conviction, cogency and ease.

TM410 Creative Team 4 1.65 creditsWorking with a partner, students will be required to develop original advertising campaigns for common, workaday consumer products advancing skills learned in TM310.

TM411 Advertising Concepts 2 1.65 creditsWorking with a partner, the student will carry forward the concepting of print advertising campaigns. The objective is to develop further profes-sional-level samples of the student’s work for his or her final portfolio.

TM415 Advertising Concepts 6 1.65 creditsWorking in teams, students will concept and execute advertising campaigns.

TM501 Interdisciplinary Team 1 (GD/CW) 1.65 creditsThis course explores the creative working relationship between a graphic designer and copywriter. Their creative marriage serves a slightly dif-ferent purpose than the usual advertising team. Finished samples may include product or service collateral with longer copy.

TM510 Creative Team 5 1.65 creditsAnother round of concepting, creating and executing with a partner. Preferably a new partner with whom you have never worked with before and always with new products and approaches.

TM511 Advertising Concepts 3 1.65 creditsThe student, working with her or his partner, will begin to create some of the final forms of campaigns which will form the core of the student’s work for his or her final portfolio.

TM601 Interdisciplinary Team 2 (AD/CW/IM) 1.65 creditsThis course collaborates art director, designer, writer and photographer in a creative team of two or more persons to create an original campaign or poster. The photography samples may be produced on location or in the studio.

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VS101 Typography 1 1.65 creditsThe student will be introduced to type as symbols, individual letter forms, shape, space, texture and body copy. Basic production, process and design theory will be covered.

VS102 Introduction to Graphic Design 1.65 creditsThrough inside and outside assignments, students will develop a basic understanding of design principles and elements to make conscious and deliberate decisions concerning communications solutions. The student develops a working vocabulary for creative visual thinking and critique applications.

VS103 Drawing 1 1.65 creditsAn introduction to basic drawing principles.

VS201 Typography 2 1.65 creditsThis class brings the student to a deeper look into applied typography and its design. Typographic solutions to graphics problems are explored.

VS202 Color Theory 1.65 creditsAn exploratory course concerned with color as the soul of design, with history and social structure being primary elements. The course introduces in-class exercises to prove applicable color theories and outside assignments to implement the principles as they apply to specific creative works.

VS203 Production Methodologies 1.65 creditsThis hands-on course offers the student knowledge of how to prepare his or her work for printing and reproduction. The course covers various printing methods, inks, papers and press prep methods.

VS301 Typography 3 1.65 credits This advanced typography course includes the study of the evolution of typography, a detailed examination of letter forms and extensive develop-ment of multi-page and book design skills

VS302 Advanced Color Theory 1.65 creditsThe class is a continued exploration of the use of color. Art directors apply color theory to bring more dynamics to current concepts for portfo-lio pieces. Design students explore more two and three dimensional color uses in the development of portfolio pieces.

VS401 Design Concepts 1.65 creditsIn this course, the student will begin the delicate process of marrying concept with design principles in order to create a cohesive, communi-cative end product.

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