For Students

Academic Policies

The Foundations program is a very academically rigorous environment, and there are standards to be met based on quality of work, dedication to the course material, and an overall understanding of the principles of art and design.

Foundations course requirements vary depending on the degree track.  Make sure you fulfill the requirements for your selected program.

There are policies that all students are expected to abide by.  There are general Academic Policies that all Temple students are required to follow, and there are Regulations that are unique to Tyler.  

The grading process for Foundations courses is left to the discretion of the course instructor, but classes also follow a number of general guidelines.  There are course rubrics freely available for review and consultation.

Displaying Artwork

There are a number of opportunities throughout the year for students to display artwork in and around Tyler. For more information, please visit the Tyler Exhibitions Resources Canvas Site.

If you're interested in exhibiting at Tyler, please contact Henry Morales, Program Coordinator at hmorales@temple.edu. Please refer to the Tyler Calendar for exhibition information or subscribe to Tyler's weekly student newsletter, The WHAT.

On-Campus Resources
 

Studio Availability

Select studios in the 230 Suite at Tyler are available for students outside of scheduled class time, and are open free of charge.  These studios can be utilized for completing assignments or independent work, and are available as long as there is a monitor present.  

For access to specialty studios such as the primtmaking facilities or the woodshop it is necessary to attend a one-day workshop organized through the department.  Workshop dates and times are typically announced at the start of the semester, and attendance is necessary if you want to use the space.

Storage

For students at Tyler storage space is very minimal.  Standard-size storage lockers are available, but are reserved primarily for students who are commuters.
 

Services

For access to digital printing, electronic rentals, 3D printing, and laser cutting services visit room B91 in the Tyler building.  For fabrication templates and other information visit the Digital Fabrication Studio page.

For free access to design programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and a number of other programs visit the Tech Center.  Design programs are available on all computers, and there is a designated area in the computer lab specifically for Tyler students.

 

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