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<p class="elementToProof" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">Awards season is upon us! Please encourage your best students to apply! </span></p>
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<p class="elementToProof" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">These awards are tailored for our outstanding Junior and Senior students who are pushing the boundaries with their
advanced creative endeavors. If you have a student in mind whose work truly stands out, I encourage you to champion their application process. Offering guidance on documentation and providing feedback on their written component can significantly enhance their
chances of success. </span></p>
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<b>Thank you for your unwavering support in nurturing our students' artistic journeys! </b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black; font-weight: 600;">Announcement: Department of Art Student Awards 2024</span></p>
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<span style="font-weight: 600;">Portal Opens:</span> November 1st
<div style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-weight: 600;">Deadline:</span> November 13th, 2024, 11:59 pm</div>
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<b>Important Note:</b> Applying early is recommended to avoid portal congestion on the last day. Late applications will not be accepted.</div>
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Dear Students,</div>
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We are excited to announce the 2024 Department of Art Student Awards at FSU! These awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students, and yes, that includes YOU!</div>
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The Department of Art offers various awards to Studio Art students who demonstrate exceptional accomplishments, with award amounts ranging from $300 to $1,000. A strong application will significantly increase your chances of being selected!</div>
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Please note that all awards will be applied to your Financial Aid package. If you have specific questions about how the award will be applied, please contact the Financial Aid office directly.</div>
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All BA, BFA, and MFA Studio Art students in good academic standing and enrolled for the Fall 2023 – Spring 2024 term are eligible to apply. Award recipients can expect the funds to be applied to their FSU accounts early in the Spring 2024 semester.</div>
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<b>APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:</b></div>
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To apply, visit <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffsu.academicworks.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CArt-instructors%40lists.fsu.edu%7Cfe9adc93355f4880d11208dcf4ec9dc9%7Ca36450ebdb0642a78d1b026719f701e3%7C0%7C0%7C638654544364244856%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=FQrrX41rumo%2Fh3ATkX1GnRUvpH%2F83FbBMZakACHIUZ4%3D&reserved=0" originalsrc="https://fsu.academicworks.com/" shash="wEUfW9lw1BrDAzOO1aNx6+5I4Q3xvbGOL8LrnfV6qlju4Nk/yKYJCa53kzZz/wjM/b0FvNLLoJi99wEw5cHzq2Ad25XLwJd7Qv8omt6qh73aUDJuDoR8kOemxIQX0DWmdNOntG6t28ya3UkCWmZtLzkE7XgW/vICeqcyltyrsMU=" id="OWA4ce0c07b-eab6-f0a8-c63a-ea56013663af" class="x_OWAAutoLink" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1" data-ogsc="" style="margin: 0px;">
https://fsu.academicworks.com/</a>. After logging in, complete the General Application first, then proceed to the Art Award application. Both sections must be completed for your application to be considered. Full instructions can be found in the Awards Application
Guidelines linked below.</div>
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To strengthen your application, follow these steps:</div>
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<b>Artist’s Statement (150-300 words):</b></div>
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<li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">Start with a brief bio and explain the core ideas behind your work.</li><li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">Note for Undergraduates: If applying for an Ann Kirn Scholarship, emphasize the role of design in your studio practice.</li></ul>
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<b>Selecting Your Artwork (5-8 images):</b></div>
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<li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">Ensure your images are well-photographed, under 2MB, and in jpg or png format.</li><li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">For videos, upload to Vimeo or YouTube and provide the link.</li><li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">
<div style="margin: 0px;">Format still images to 1080x1080 pixels at 72dpi, with a black or white border.</div>
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<div style="margin: 0px;">Poor photographic documentation will keep good work from being chosen.</div>
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<b>Describing Your Artwork:</b></div>
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<li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">Include the title, size, medium, and completion date for each image.</li><li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">Expand on the concepts mentioned in your Artist’s Statement.</li></ul>
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<b>Additional Achievements:</b></div>
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<li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">Highlight any recent accomplishments or activities you want the faculty to know about. Include:</li><ul>
<li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">Scholarships, residencies, and community projects</li><li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">Awards (name and date received)</li><li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">Volunteer work (activity and hours)</li><li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 9.75pt; color: black;">Leadership roles in student organizations</li></ul>
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<b>Special Note:</b> Completing this application may take several days and require focused effort. Investing time and thought will greatly improve your chances of success. Additionally, this preparation will be valuable for future award applications, both on
and off campus.</div>
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Sample applications and tips for writing your artist statement are available on the department website: </div>
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Best of luck with your application! We look forward to seeing your incredible work.</div>
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Sincerely,</div>
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Professor Carrie Ann Baade, Chair of the Awards Committee</div>
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