Student and faculty art are also scheduled during the year. Receptions are held frequently allowing the students to meet with the visiting artists. The Supply Store sells books and art supplies necessary for the successful student. Clothing, hobby items, and food are also available. The Resource Center Filled with books, periodicals, CD Roms, videos, and on-line resources, the Resource Center is open to students Monday through Saturday.
Students appreciate the opportunity to conduct research without having to leave campus to do so.
Working in Animation Academic Director, Gine Thomes-Cotter helps students sharpen their computer skills in one of six computer labs at the school. Instructors work closely to monitor the progress of each student, thanks to the small student to teacher ratio at the Institute. Learning the Fundamentals Rodgell Helm, Academic Director for Graphic Design, assists students with their Olympic poster cut paper design project in the Fundamentals of Design class. Here design principles such as form, contrast, texture, and repetition are taught. The Gallery Caf provides an inviting atmosphere for students and staff alike.