Student Information

We want all Art & Design students to succeed in every part of their academic careers at UVU. We’ve gathered the following resources from within the department and across the university to help you do just that.


Meet with an Advisor Today

The School of the Arts has a great team of academic advisors to make sure you are prepared for your college journey. Students are encouraged to meet with an advisor often to make sure they are on track for graduation.

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Academic Resources

Take advantage of these excellent academic resources to succeed in your classes.

Student Success & Wellbeing

We care about our students’ health, wellbeing, and success. There are many resources available to students at UVU. If you need help finding the support system you need, please reach out.

Safety & Anti-Harrassment

Art & Design Print Lab & Computer Labs

The Department of Art & Design has 6 computer labs (GT334, GT537, GT539, GT543, GT511E, & GT511H) for students enrolled in Art & Design courses with computer instruction. It also has a print lab, located in GT516c. The A&D computer labs are for current art students. All A&D labs use Apple computers and Adobe Creative Cloud software, which are funded by A&D student fees and by The School of the Arts. The A&D computer labs are dedicated to current A&D students. Click the button below for more information about other UVU open computer labs available to all current UVU students. The Art & Design print lab phone number is:
801-863-6930


Summer 2025 Lab Hours

       (May 12 - Aug 7)

GT 334

Summer open lab hours

Mon, Wed  9a-10a, 1p-2p
Tues, Thurs  9a-10a, 1p-2p
Friday  No summer hours

GT 511e

Summer open lab hours

Mon, Wed  Closed for summer
Tues, ThursClosed for summer
Friday  Closed for summer

GT 511h

Summer open lab hours

Mon-Wed  TBD
Tues, Thurs  TBD
Friday  No summer hours

 

GT 516c (A&D Print Lab)

Summer open hours

Mon, Wed  9a-2p
Tues, Thurs  9a-2p
Friday  No summer hours

GT 537

Summer open lab hours

Mon, Wed  9a-2p
Tues, Thurs  9a-2p
Friday  No summer hours

GT 539

Summer open lab hours

Mon, Wed  *Available upon request
Tues, Thurs *Available upon request
Friday  No summer hours

GT 543

Summer open lab hours

Mon, Wed  No summer hours
Tues, ThursNo summer hours
Friday  No summer hours

Art & Design Labs Closure Dates:

  • May 26 - Memorial Day
  • July 4 - Independence Day
  • July 24 - Pioneer Day
  • All Art & Design computer labs and the A&D print lab will close for summer semester at 2pm Thursday August 7, 2025 and will not reopen until after Fall semester begins on Wensday August 20, 2025.**

These dates are based off of the: 2025 UVU Summer Schedule

* To request computer labs be opened on Fridays, check with the lab assistant in the Art & Design Print Lab, gt516c, or contact  .
**Hours are subject to change without notice. Open hour times and closure dates may cahange due to unforseen circumstances.

 

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Internships

Internship Policy, Procedures, and Agreement

Students working as employees of a business, agency, or institution performing duties that directly relate to the student’s area of study may receive elective credit towards their major. Internship credit is granted through completion of up to six credit hours of ART 281R and/or up to six credit hours of ART 481R or a combination of credit from each (6 credits maximum in each area). All internship credit must be pre-approved through the appropriate Area Coordinator (signature required) and verified with the Art & Design Internship Coordinator before registration. Students must follow the steps below and complete the application to register for A&D Internship credit.

A&D Internship Requirements

  • 60 work hours = 1 credit hour
  • Hours must be worked during the semester in which the student is enrolled.
  • Specific work objectives must be recorded and met.
  • The onsite supervisor must verify the work experience with the A&D internship Coordinator.
  • Self-employment is not eligible for internship credit.
  • Internship credit will show as credit (CR) or no-credit (NC) only on student transcripts.

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Travel Experiences & Excursions

The Art & Design Department offers a variety of travel experiences, both for-credit and not-for-credit.

Of particular note are summer study abroad programs, such as Professor Steven Bule’s for-credit excursion to Italy, which introduces students to the history of art and architecture through visits to churches, museums, and other monuments. Additionally, the department offers rotating study abroad experiences based on demand and opportunity. Recent programs include Painting in Italy and France, Photography & Illustration in the British Isles, and Art History & Photography in Northern Europe.

For more information on UVU’s study abroad programs, see: UVU Study Abroad

The department also regularly offers travel excursions and student trip opportunities. Previous trips include art capitals such New York as San Francisco, as well as course excursions to produce creative works in such locations as Moab, Capitol Reef Field Station, and the Utah National Parks. The Art & Design book project also offers opportunities to travel both domestically and internationally. Contact the department for more information about current opportunities.

Locker Rentals

Students are able to rent lockers in the GT building, floors 3-6. Locker rentals can be obtained in the main office of the Facilities Complex (FC 100). The Facilities Department is open Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Questions can be directed to (801) 863-8130.

Locker Cost: $5 per Semester -or- $13 for 3 Consecutive Semesters

*Locker rental fees can be paid with cash, check or credit/debit card.