This ratio provides the time for discussion, student review and advisement that signifies a quality program. The department expects students to be 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 Outstanding Commercial Graphics Senior, the Outstanding Printing Management Senior, and Outstanding International Student. In addition to departmental recognition, a number of students receive grants and awards from the School of Technology and Applied Science, 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.
The ten full-time faculty members have been selected for teaching effectiveness, educational qualifications, and professional experience and training in the graphic arts industries. The minimum requirements for faculty in the department include a degree in printing or a related field and three years of applicable industry experience in printing. The Graphic Arts Club is sponsored by the department for all majors. Activities include field trips, Printing Week activities and the annual Printing Awards Banquet. Gamma Epsilon Tau is a national printing honorary fraternity limited to upper level student membership.