This ratio provides the time for discussion, student review and advisement that signifies a quality program. The department expects students to committed to their studies and motivated to gain the knowledge needed for a career in the printing industry. Awards and Scholarships Student achievement is recognized through annual awards and scholarships such as the Faculty Award, the Laurence Cutler Award, the Ray Boyer Scholarship, the Graphic Arts Club Award, the David Vequist Scholarship, the Mahon Scholarship, the R.I. Jacques Scholarship, the Bob Roberts Scholarship for Printing Management, the David R. Butler Memorial Scholarship, and Outstanding International Student. In addition to departmental recognition, a number of students receive grants and awards from the College of Technology, the university, and from outside sources. Several students are recipients of scholarships and grants from the National Scholarship Trust Fund.
Graduate students are eligible for graduate assistantships and graduate scholarships.
Each of the faculty has been selected for teaching effectiveness, educational qualifications and professional industrial experience in the graphics and graphic design industries. The Graphic Arts Club serves as a forum for special activities and fund raising endeavors that bring students together in a formal and social environment that supports the academic experience. Other activities include field trips, Dialogue with Industry and service to the department. The Iota Chapter of the Gamma Epsilon Tau is a national graphic arts honorary society limited to students who are juniors or above in their program. Membership in GET is by invitation.