College of Arts and Architecture
School of Visual Arts
ADVISING
The Penn State School of Visual Arts Advising Center is available to assist undergraduate art majors in developing their academic plans. By working with the Advising Coordinator, Norrine Sims, during the first two years of study, then with faculty advisors during the third and fourth years of study, students learn how to be accountable for their academic progress by making informed choices about the courses they are required to complete for graduation.
How to make advising appointments for ART BA, ART BFA, and IDS majors:
Call, or come in to the School of Visual Arts office and ask for an appointment with the Advising Coordinator, Norrine Sims
- SoVA Office Phone: 814.865.0444
- SoVA Office Location: 210 Patterson Bldg.
How to make an advising appointment for ART ED:
- Art Education Office Phone: 814.865.6570
- Art Education Office Location: 207 Arts Bldg.
School of Visual Arts Advising Coordinator:
Norrine Sims, M.Ed.
Penn State School of Visual Arts
210 Patterson Bldg.
University Par, PA 16802
nes1@psu.edu
814.865.0444
Links to Recommended Academic Plans:
- Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
- Bachelor of Design in Interdisciplinary Digital Studios(B.Des)
- Bachelor of Science in Art Ecuation (Schools Option)
- Bachelor of Science in Art Education (Museums and Cultural Institutions Options)
PENN STATE RESOURCES
Registrar's Student Forms List
PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION
Education Credentials Services (through Career Services)
Recommendation Letter Guidelines (PDF)