BRIEFLY.CalArts schedules open-house day VALENCIA - The public will get a behind-the-scenes look at graduate student work spaces during a rare open house at California Institute of the Arts California Institute of the Arts known as CalArts U.S. private institution of higher learning in Valencia. Created in 1961 through the merger of two other art institutes, it was the first in the U.S. from noon to 6 p.m. on April 16. More than 50 graduate students in the art, photography and media programs and the Center for Integrated Media The Center for Integrated Media is a new media arts initiative located within the California Institute of the Arts. The Center was started in the early 1990's and is one of the longest running new media arts initiatives in the U.S. The current Director is Tom Leeser. will invite visitors into their studios. Visitors can see where and how artists work, see works in progress and ask questions. ``These independent-minded, highly motivated students represent the next wave of artists, pushing into new territories in a multitude of artistic mediums - painting and drawing, installation, video, photography, sculpture, performance, sound, multimedia and interactivity,'' CalArts spokeswoman Margaret Crane said. Refreshments re·fresh·ment n. 1. The act of refreshing or the state of being refreshed. 2. Something, such as food or drink, that refreshes. 3. refreshments A snack or light meal and drinks. will be available. CalArts is located at 24700 McBean Parkway in Valencia. Maps of the campus and the studios will be available in the CalArts main lobby. Images of student artwork and information about the event is also available at http://artserve.calarts.edu/openstudios/. - Daily News Spots opening up for tots' programs VALENCIA - College of the Canyons College of the Canyons is one of the fastest-growing community colleges in the state. According to the National Junior College Research Association, College of the Canyons consistently ranks in the top 50 community colleges in the nation. is accepting applications for fall semester se·mes·ter n. One of two divisions of 15 to 18 weeks each of an academic year. [German, from Latin (cursus) s placement in the preschool and toddler program at its Center for Early Childhood Development. Both half-day and full-day schedules are available Monday through Friday in the fall. Half-day sessions run from 8:45 to 11:45 a.m. and from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Full-day sessions run from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. The teachers are certified See certification. and credentialed cre·den·tial n. 1. That which entitles one to confidence, credit, or authority. 2. credentials Evidence or testimonials concerning one's right to credit, confidence, or authority: , officials said. ``This is an excellent opportunity to involve young children in a program that encourages social, emotional, intellectual and physical growth,'' said center director Cam Valenzuela. The program is open to all parents at the college and in the community. Parents who meet income standards may qualify to receive free or reduced rate enrollment. Additional details about income and other requirements may be obtained by calling (661) 362-3541. - Daily News |
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