Students may participate in these projects in lieu of a practicum experience. Students may earn a maximum of two credits. Students choose and arrange their own practicum situations with the assistance of the program director. Students complete two internships. The major field experience is to spend no less than 240 hours in an administrative or managerial capacity in an arts organization of the student's choice.
Students secure their own positions with the assistance of the program director.
Students also select an integration paper topic based upon the residency experience and develop an outline as part of completing the residency course. The course provides checkpoints for students through the writing of the final integration paper, including conducting the literature review, applying concepts from the program, and completing revisions. Students present their integration papers in executive session to the graduate faculty, peers, and professionals from the field at the conclusion of the term. Student Conduct Students are expected to comply with the legal and ethical standards of Saint Mary's University. Academic dishonesty and non-academic misconduct are subject to disciplinary action.