Parent and Family Smart Start Reach out to Parent and Family Services any time! Parentservices@academyart.edu 415.618.8628 academyart.edu/students/parents Staying Safe Stay informed with ArtU s Communication Center, Uniformed Patrol, and Campus Hosts For any emergency or suspicious situations, call Campus Security 24/7 at 415-618-3911 Sign up for Campus Safety Text Messaging Alerts: Text EZARTU to 313131 to sign up Watch the Emergency Preparedness Video: live4.academyart.edu/studentemergency1009 Always wear the Academy of Art University ID Badge Be aware, walk in groups, and avoid distractions like using cell phones or listening to music How Can I Help My Student Make the Grade? Introduce your student to the free services sffered by the Academy Resource Center (ARC) Workshop and Tutoring Needs Free intensive multimedia labs and workshops offered for speaking, writing, and areas specific to each department for help with classes and assignments For schedules, visit: academyart.edu/students/my-academy/academy-resource-center tutoring@academyart.edu 415-618-3865 Student Academic Support Coaching and support for online students OAS@academyart.edu 415-618-8524
ArtU s Peer Mentorship Program Peer Mentors are here to make your transition to college life easier. Mentors can help you with: Academic Success Time Management Student Life Involvement On Campus Resources To sign up and or request additional information, Email: campuslife@academyart.edu or visit academyart.edu/resources/forms/career-development/peer-mentor English as a Second Language (ESL) Support Academy of Art University is strongly committed to the goal of helping students succeed in their art and design classes while working to improve their English throughout their academic program. Email: eslsupport@academyart.edu Phone: 415-618-3852 Students can take advantage of the following ESL services on campus: ESL Classes Multimedia Labs Writing Labs Online Writing Labs (OWL) Speaking Labs Online ESL Support English for Art Purposes (EAP) Labs Online Speaking Labs Manage a Disability, Contact Accessibility/Classroom Services 79 New Montgomery, 3rd Floor, Room 356 Email: accessibility@academyart.edu Phone: 415.618.3775 Fax: 415.618.3676 Accessibility/Classroom Services ensures equal access and opportunities for students with disabilities. Accessibility Representatives can assist students with: Manage academic and disability-related challenges Understanding individual learning style, including strengths and weaknesses Become their own advocate to successfully interact with instructors, staff members, and peers, and compete on a level playing field Visit the Library 180 New Montgomery Street 6 th Floor llibrary.academyart.edu Phone: 415-618-3842 Hours: Monday - Friday 8AM-10PM, Saturday and Sunday 10AM-6PM *Subject to change due to semester breaks and holidays
Getting Books and Supplies Academy of Art Virtual Bookstore Order your books online: aoa.ecampus.com Alexander Book Company Buy and sell textbooks 50 Second Street Phone: 415-495-2992 Hours: Monday Friday 9AM-6PM, Saturday 10AM-5PM Blick Art Supply Stores Order online at dickblick.com or visit one of three locations: 149 New Montgomery Street 415-777-6920 979 Market Street 415-441-6075 1930 Van Ness Ave 415-409-1359 Getting Around Town Academy of Art University Campus Shuttles (Valid Student ID required) ArtU provides a free shuttle service to and from all academic and residential buildings Shuttles run on a loop from 7:00am to 11:00pm during the semester, leaving every 15-30 minutes Available for field trips, Campus Life outings, special events, and sporting activities To view ArtU campus shuttle schedules or arrivals in Live Time GPS, visit: o Online: academyart.edu/resources/campus-shuttle-service-schedule o On Campus: Campus Shuttle kiosks provided in each academic building. o On the ArtU Apple IOS or Android app Academy of Art University Campus Cruisers Roving vehicles driven by our Campus Security Team Request a ride from campus to residence halls 11PM to 1AM at 415-618-3896. *Possible wait time In case of emergency please contact 415-618-3911 for a safe ride home at any time Public Transit - San Francisco maintains one of the country s best public transit systems Bay Area Rapid Transit, BART www.bart.gov San Francisco Municipal Transit, MUNI www.sfmta.com Use a trip planner with www.maps.google.com or www.511.org Vehicle Share Rent a car, scooter, or bike for a couple hours or by the day Zip Car: Gas and Insurance included in the price zipcar.com Scoot: Hundreds of scooters to pick up and drop off anywhere in SF - scoot.co FordGo: Grab a bike and go (less than $10 for the day) - fordgobike.com Lyft, Uber, and Taxis are a fast and often cost-effective way to get around town!
Getting Involved Follow ArtU Campus Life on social media for everything happening at Academy of Art University Facebook.com/AcademyArtCampusLife Twitter.com/ArtUCampusLife Instagram.com/ArtUCampusLife Join Clubs, Organizations, Intermural Sports, or even start your own! Reach out to Campus Life: 415-618-8400 campuslife@academyart.edu academyart.edu/students/clubs-organizations Hang Out at the Art Café: Plan a game night, watch movies, play Ping-Pong, or grab a bite to eat at this student recreation space Open Daily 11AM 12AM 655 Sutter, San Francisco, CA 94102 Cheer on Your Urban Knights at all of our NCAA Division II Games Students, parents, families, and friends, are welcome. View schedules and sign up for the Fan Bus at: www.artuathletics.com Listen in to Urban Knights Radio our student run radio station! Stay connected and get involved at: www.urbanknightsradio.com Hit the ArtU Gym and Swimming Pool Open Daily 9AM 8PM Clara Gil Stephens Hall 620 Sutter Street San Francisco, CA 94102 Shoot Hoops at the Basketball Courts 601 Brannan Street San Francisco, CA 94107 Sign up for free fitness and dance classes at academyart.edu/students/fitness-recreation Eat Right Get set up with a meal plan and visit academyart.edu/students/dining to learn about: Dining hall locations, times and hours How to order a meal to go if you are on the move Partnering restaurants around town that will accept your meal plan Culinary events like BBQs, Movie Nights, and International Cuisine Celebrations
Getting a Job Check out ArtU s Industry & Career Development Department: Your student can get help with resumes, cover letters, and searching for internships and jobs academyart.edu/students/my-academy/career-services Encourage your student to visit ArtU s free online Job Board: academyart-csm.symplicity.com/students/ See if your student is eligible for a Work Study: Work on campus, earn a paycheck and gain professional experience academyart.edu/finances/types-of-financial-aid ArtU Dining Services is the largest employer on campus: Work anywhere from 2-20 hours a week with flexible shifts built around class schedules https://academyart.sodexomyway.com/contact/employment ArtU Library is hiring student workers: For energetic and motivated students interested in applying for a paid position, please contact mlindelow@academyart.edu Drop by for a Visit to San Francisco and use an ArtU Discount! Sir Francis Drake Hotel sirfrancisdrake.com 415-392-7755 450 POWELL STREET SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94102 Discount Code: AAU Villa Florence Hotel villaflorence.com 225 Powell Street San Francisco CA 94102 877-544-5868 Discount Code: SFART Hotel Diva hoteldiva.com 440 GEARY BOULEVARD SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94102 415-885-0200 Discount Code: AAU Hotel Union Square hotelunionsquare.com 114 POWELL ST SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94102 415-397-3000 Discount Code: AAU
Numbers to Know Academy of Art University Main Line 415-274-2222 Parent Services 415-618-8628 Campus Safety 415-618-3911 Late Night Campus Cruiser Service 415-618-3911 Admissions 415-274-2200 International Admissions 415-274-2208 Student Academic Support 415-618-8524 Workshop and Tutoring Needs 415-618-3865 Accessibility / Classroom Services 415-618-3775 English as a Second Language Support 415-618-3852 Residence Life and Housing 415-618-6335 Dining Services 866-976-2267 Campus Life 415-618-8400 Student Financial Accounts 415-618-6429 Financial Aid 415-618-6190 Recommended Reading Empty Nest Full Heart: The Journey from Home to College By Andrea Van Steenhouse Letting Go: A Parent s Guide to Understanding the College Years By Karen Levin Coburn, Madge Lawrence Treeger You re on Your Own (But I m Here if You Need Me): Mentoring Your Child During the College Years By Marjorie Savage