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Poetter Hall was purchased by the SCAD founders in March 1979. Classes began in September of that year.  
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This Week: At SCAD

Published: Monday, March 3, 2008

Black Students Association announces meeting schedule
SAVANNAH -- The Black Students Association meets every other Thursday in the Dyson House lobby,
121 W. Boundary St. The next meeting is scheduled for March 13, 8 p.m. For more information, e-mail Mirian Njoh.


Volunteers needed for Sidewalk Arts Festival
The annual Sidewalk Arts Festival will be held April 26, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., in Forsyth Park. Volunteers are needed for the day of this event as well as on April 25 for set-up. Any type of volunteering would be helpful, whether it is all day or just for a couple of hours. Many volunteers are needed as Sidewalk Arts Festival is one of SCAD’s largest events. For information about volunteering, contact Brittany Banks in the events department at (912) 525-5242.


Information on preventing credit card fraud/identity theft posted on MySCAD
SCAD security encourages students, faculty and staff to monitor bank and credit card accounts for credit card fraud and/or identity theft. Report suspicious transactions immediately to the relevant bank/credit card company and the Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police at (912) 651-6675, or the Atlanta Police Department at (404) 853-3434.

Credit card fraud/identity theft information has been posted on MySCAD, including how identity can be stolen, what to do if you believe your ID was stolen, tips on keeping your information safe and helpful Web sites. To find the information manually, log on to MySCAD and look in the College Services channel on the MyCampus tab; click on "College Security"; then click on "Credit Card Fraud, Identity Theft."


Transportation reminder around York Hall
SAVANNAH -- Students, faculty and staff are reminded to be careful near York Hall, 115 Drayton St. Do not turn from Abercorn Street into the
one-way alley. When driving in the alley, obey the speed limit. There are other buildings located along this narrow alley and visibility of oncoming traffic is difficult.


Host a two-hour radio show

SCAD Radio invites students, faculty and staff to participate in its Saturday Special programs on Saturdays from 4-6 p.m. Members of the SCAD community who have an interest in a particular musical genre, theme or time period can show off their record collections during these special two-hour shows. To apply for a Saturday Special, send a description of the proposed show to Program Director Brandyn Bold. SCAD Radio staff members will assist participants during the broadcasts. All music must comply with Federal Communications Commission regulations and the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Request more information on FCC and DMCA requirements.


Alumni can use SCAD-Savannah fitness centers for a fee
SAVANNAH -- SCAD operates three fitness centers: Club SCAD and the Turner House facility in Savannah and the SCAD-Atlanta fitness center in Atlanta. Fitness centers are open daily to all enrolled college students and current faculty and staff.

SCAD alumni may use the Savannah fitness centers for a fee; at this time, they do not have access to the SCAD-Atlanta fitness center. For more information, e-mail or call (912) 525-6001.


Updated Club SCAD schedule
SAVANNAH -- Following is the updated schedule of classes at Club SCAD. All classes and class times are subject to change. For more information, e-mail.

Monday:    

9 a.m.
Super slim-down Pilates/Yoga blend*
  11 a.m. Yoga workout*
  noon-1 p.m. Movement and stretch
  5-5:55 p.m. On the Ball
  6-6:55 p.m. Body sculpting
  7-7:55 p.m. Yoga
Tuesday:    

9 a.m.
Fat-burning Pilates*
  11 a.m. Boot Camp*
  6-6:55 p.m. Cardio kickboxing
  7-7:55 p.m. Spin
  8-8:55 p.m. Martial Arts Club
Wednesday:    

9 a.m.
Fitness ball workout*
  11 a.m. Boot Camp*
  noon - 1 p.m. Movement and stretch
  4-4:55 p.m. Pilates
  5-5:55 p.m. Cardio Hip-hop
  6-6:55 p.m. Body sculpting
Thursday:    
  9 a.m.
Fat-burning Pilates*
  11 a.m. Super slim-down Pilates/Yoga blend*
  12:15-1 p.m. Core synergistics
  6-6:55 p.m. Spin
  7-7:55 p.m. Cardio Hip-hop
  8-8:55 p.m. Martial Arts Club
Friday:    
  10-10:55 a.m.
Movement and stretch
  11-11:55 a.m. Cardio hip-hop
  noon - 12:55 p.m. Pilates
  1-2 p.m. Self-defense
  5-5:55 p.m. Yoga
Saturday:    
  10:30-11:25 a.m. Spin

* Indicates that the class is held in the aerobics room, on video.


SCAD offers faculty referral bonus program
SCAD has implemented a faculty referral bonus program. Any current faculty or staff member who refers a qualified, new candidate to the college receives $500 if the college hires that candidate for a full-time faculty position. Since the program’s implementation in 2004, 23 employees of SCAD and SCAD Group Inc. have received a referral bonus. For more information, including the full list of rules and regulations, contact Joanna Ellis, director of faculty recruiting, at (912) 525-5534.


Airport, train station and bus station transportation available
Airport, bus and train station pick-up and drop-off are available to SCAD faculty, staff and students. The service is offered for two days prior to the start of each quarter and for the final three days of each quarter, as well as commencement day. The service is for the transportation of SCAD faculty, staff and students only.
  • The spring break shuttle runs from the campus March 13-14 and to the campus March 22-23.
  • Saturday and Sunday immediately prior to the beginning of the quarter: 9 a.m., noon, 3 p.m., 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.
  • Final Wednesday of the quarter: noon, 3 p.m., 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.
  • Final Thursday of the quarter: 9 a.m., noon, 3 p.m., 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.
  • Final Friday of the quarter: 4 a.m., 6 a.m., 9 a.m., noon and 3 p.m.
  • Commencement Saturday: 3 p.m., 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Savannah Film Festival passes on sale
Savannah Film Festival 2008 passes are now on sale. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of the most exciting event in Savannah! Passes can be purchased at the SCAD box office, 216 E. Broughton St., online or by phone at (912) 525-5050.
Bronze Pass: $200
Silver Pass: $300
Gold Pass: $500
Reserved Seating Pass: $750
Read more about what each pass includes.


Journal available to students at a reduced rate
Communication Arts is offering a student rate of $39 yearly — $81 off the cover price. Interested students can pick up a subscription packet in the advertising design office in Adler Hall, Room 319, or visit the Web site.


Submit art for the SCAD Web site home page
SCAD students and faculty are encouraged to submit images of their work for consideration as home page images on the SCAD Web site. High-resolution JPEG-format images only are accepted, with the smallest dimension greater than 1,000 pixels. Images may be cropped to fit the landscape orientation of the site. Student artwork should include the name of the student, hometown, degree sought and major, title of the work, medium, dimensions (when appropriate), and year work was produced (e.g., Jane Smith, Brookline, Mass., B.F.A. student in painting, “Morning Dew,” oil on canvas, 8” x 10”, 2003). Faculty work should include faculty member’s name, position and department, title of work, medium, dimensions (when appropriate), and year work was produced (e.g., Mary Williams, professor of illustration, “Tybee Pier,” chromogenic print, 2004). Submit images.
 
 
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