Cranbrook Summer Art Institute

Boarding Program Information 2014

P.O. Box 801 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303 248-207-8562 [email protected]

Cranbrook Summer Art Institute

Welcome to the Cranbrook Summer Art Institute! As the program manager, it is my goal that you have a rewarding, challenging, productive time. I also hope you make new friendships with like-minded individuals during this intense time together. Finally, I hope that you are able to take what you learn at CSAI and make your future better—whether it means building better skills in your area of interest, improving your chances of getting into the college of your choice, or exploring new ideas to see how far you may want to pursue it. I am happy you have chosen to come to Cranbrook, a place known for its inspirational beauty, and look forward to getting to know you personally. –Chris Schneider

This document should answer most of your questions about the Cranbrook Summer Art Institute, but it will not give information about your particular class. If you have a question that is not listed here, feel free to email [email protected] or call 248-207-8562.

A Brief History of Cranbrook

Cranbrook is one of the world’s leading centers of education, science and art. Comprised of a graduate Academy of Art, contemporary Art Museum, House & Gardens, natural history museum and Pre-K through 12 independent college preparatory schools, Cranbrook welcomes thousands of visitors and students to its campus each year.

Cranbrook Academy of Art was founded through the inspired collaboration of George Gough Booth, a Detroit newspaper baron and philanthropist, and Eliel Saarinen, the Finnish architect who occupies a major position in the history of modern American design and architecture. In practice, the Academy was born of the Arts and Crafts concerns of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries and emerged as the country's preeminent school of art, design, and architecture.

Eliel Saarinen became the first president of the Academy. By the early 1930s, Saarinen had designed the Academy and attracted an illustrious group of artists and craftsmen, many from Europe, to work with him in informally structured groups, sharing ideas and talent. What escalated into an intense, interdisciplinary, highly creative community set the tone for the Academy's future as it attracted such renowned artists as Carl Milles, Harry Bertoia, Charles Eames, Maija Grotell, Eero Saarinen and Florence Knoll. These and numerous other Cranbrook artists have had a major impact on twentieth-century art, design and architecture.

Formally founded in 1932, the Academy was given the power to grant degrees in 1942 and currently offers the Master of Fine Arts and the Master of Architecture degrees. Unlike other institutions, the Academy has chosen to remain small in size, offering students, faculty and visiting artists the benefits of close and creative relationships. The achievements and influence of Cranbrook artists, past and present, have been acknowledged nationally and internationally. The graduate-level Academy provides an environment that continues to nurture the high-quality learning experiences for which it is known.

Currently the Academy is listed by the US New and World Report as one of the top graduate art programs in the United States.

The Boarding Staff

Every member of the boarding staff are affiliated with Cranbrook Academy of Art, either as a current student or as a recent graduate of the MFA program. This means that they are also all practicing and accomplished artists. They are a highly talented group of artists who know the campus and will be able to help your artistic development. We typically have a staff of four, called “resident supervisors”, but add staff in order to maintain a 5:1 student/staff ratio or better.

Christopher Schneider is the program manager. He is the original developer of the program and the overall director. He earned his MFA in photography in 2003 at the Academy. He also teaches photography at two local colleges, directs a non-profit organization for artists, and is a practicing artist himself. Before living in Michigan, he taught high school for seven years in Nebraska and Florida. He earned a BS in English, Secondary Education and Coaching from the University of Nebraska.

Arrival and Departure

Arrival time is the Sunday before your session begins. Session one is June 22, session two is July 13 and session 3 is August 3. There are two ways for you to arrive: 1. At the airport. Try to arrive at the Detroit Metro airport (DTW) between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. EST or as close to that time as you can. A staff member, most likely Chris Schneider, will greet you with a sign saying “Cranbrook Summer Art Institute” at baggage claim. We will drive you by van or bus to campus. Some 14 year old students are required to be picked up at the gate according to airline rules. Please contact CSAI beforehand so we can plan accordingly. If you cannot arrive between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m., we will still be able to meet you at baggage claim and transport you to campus.

2. On campus by car. You will find a map at the back of this packet. We will be ready to check you in between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. We will have a greeter at the north end of Academy Way near the Cranbrook Art Museum to meet you. Campus signs will guide you. If you have to arrive at a different time than above, please make arrangements with Chris Schneider, 248-207-8562 or [email protected].

Departure time is the Saturday after the last day of class. Session one is July 12, session two is August 2, and session three is August 16. All students should depart by noon. Friday evening departures are allowed but not encouraged and may be no earlier than 6 p.m. EST. Lunch will not be served on the final Saturday except for students staying for the following session. One again, you have two choices for departure: 1. By plane. Try to schdule a flight for the morning or early afternoon, preferably between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. EST. A bus or van will transport students to the airport, which takes 45 minutes. We will leave as early as we need in order to get the earliest person to the airport on time. In other words, if the earliest flight is scheduled for 8 a.m., all the students flying out will have to leave campus at 5:30 a.m. 2. By car. Plan on leaving no later than noon. You may be picked up from campus any time before noon at the north end of Academy Way. Do not leave until you and your room have been checked out by a resident supervisor. You may only leave with an immediate family member unless permission is given to the program manager by a parent or guardian.

General Session Plan

The following is a general plan for what will be occurring during your stay with us. There will be adjustments to the plan and many details added as the time near. This will at least give you a general idea of what to expect.

Day 1: Check-in Sunday Check in with resident supervisors and move into your room. We will meet as a group at 8:00 p.m. for pizza and introductions. Once everyone is present (or close to everyone) the RS’s will acquaint you with the rules, take you around campus, and have an activity planned to help everyone feel comfortable.

Monday through Friday of each week 8:30 to 9:00 Breakfast 9:30 to 3:30 Class with lunch in the noon hour 4:00 to 5:30 Outdoor activity. We will vary what we do, but we will make use of the swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts, trails, the lake and playing fields 5:30 to 6:30 Dinner 6:30 to 9:00 Evening activities. This will vary each evening. Typical activities include extended studio time and time in the computer lab plus activities listed in the next section 9:00 Building curfew. Everyone needs to be inside, either in their own dorm building, movie viewing area, or in the lounge of the boys’ or girls’ dorm where we have a television, couches, and games 11:00 Floor curfew. Everyone needs to be on his or her own floor. The girls need to be in the girls’ dorm and the boys need to be in the boys’ dorm 12:00 Room curfew. Everyone needs to be in their own room.

First day of class Everyone meets at the Orpheus Fountain in front of the Cranbrook Art Museum for a welcome from the program manager, a review of the rules and an introduction of the instructors. Afterward, your will join your instructor and begin class.

Every other day of class Every other day after the first you will meet at the front of the Cranbrook Art Museum to check in with the program manager and wait for 9:30 to be released to your classroom. Do not go directly to your class without checking in. It is a good time to get to know students who are not boarding.

Pizza Fridays Every Friday for lunch, all classes get together for pizza and games. This is a chance to socialize with students from other classes, relax a little, toss a Frisbee, and have a good time.

Weekends We have you for two full weekends. Both days each weekend we will take you on a trip off campus and there will be plenty of time to enjoy yourselves. Weekends will involve physical activities, studio time, time in the computer lab, and special events. Weekend trips vary. A favorite destination is the Heidelberg Project, a massive folk art installation that covers an entire city block of Detroit. We usually couple a visit to the Heidelberg with a trip to the Detroit Institute of Art. This is a fantastic museum of classical and contemporary art, best known for a massive 4-wall mural by Diego Rivera. A full day can be spent at the Henry Ford Museum, and eclectic display that resembles the Smithsonian in Washington D.C. Thomas Edison’s entire laboratory is there, as well as the bus that Rosa Parks made infamous. The Detroit Zoo is another popular destination, with a world-class polar bear exhibit where you are under the water looking up at them swimming. Other destinations include a water park (great for hot days), downtown Birmingham (indie shops and movie theaters), a Detroit Tigers’ baseball game, or Great Lakes Crossing ( a mall). Since we are a fairly small program, you will have input on what we choose to do.

Last day of class Forum Gallery Exhibition. We are using one of the galleries of the Cranbrook Art Museum to exhibit work from all the classes. Family, friends and the public will be invited for a reception from 3:30 to 5:00.

Check-Out Saturday Before you leave, you must check out with a resident supervisor. He or she will inspect your room and check to make sure you have remembered to pack everything. If artwork or other items need to be shipped, we will help you with arrangements. You may only leave with a parent or someone that has parental permission unless you are hopping a flight. For those of you staying for the next session, you will have a relaxing weekend with simpler plans as you and the staff rest and prepare for the next three weeks.

Note: if artwork or other items need to be shipped, we use a company called Pak Mail. Depending on the size and weight of the work, it generally costs between $50 and $150.

Activities

We will do our best to make sure we have an activity to fit everyone’s interest. We will provide equipment for you to play tennis, basketball, bocce ball, Frisbee and more. The campus offers beautiful jogs and hikes through the woods (perfect for cross country runners!), plus a relaxing lake and an outdoor Greek amphitheater. Cranbrook is known for its beautiful gardens, inlcuding a wonderful Oriental garden that will amaze you. We will have time to swim in an indoor pool with a retractable roof to stay cool. We will also be including the Cranbrook library, Art Museum, Science Institute, the “Bat Zone”, and the planetarium. The RS’s will be creating many of the activities, but they will be more than happy to consider any suggestions you may have. A few examples of activities we did in previous years: • Outdoor BBQ picnic • Group splash painting ala Jackson Pollack • Movie night • Photo scavenger hunt • Art Olympics • Students cook dinner with their own recipies

What to Pack and What is in Your Room

It is probably tempting to bring half of the contents of your bedroom. Remember that whatever you pack has to be lugged around in the airport and fit into a dorm room that is shared with one other student. Try to travel light! You are responsible for everything that you bring. While Cranbrook is a safe environment, we are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Every room has the following: • Two twin beds with mattress pad, a pillow, a blanket and linens • One large dresser • Two nightstands • Two lamps • Two fans (may be trading fans for window air conditioners this year) • One desk • One chair • One closet • One sink • A garbage bin

Each student will have free access to a washer and dryer. Laundry detergent will be provided.

Each floor has one group bathroom with individual stalls for toilets and showers.

Each floor has a lounge with a television and basic cable, a fridge, couches and snack food. Each floor has a landline telephone. A calling card is needed to make a long distance call.

We have a wireless campus, but prefer that students limit their online time. Consider this a vacation from the internet and all its trappings.

All materials that you need for your class will also be provided, although you may wish to bring some things of your own according to the needs of the class. You will also be given a sketchbook.

You will need to bring the following: o A towel and washcloth o Alarm clock (a watch or cell phone is fine) o Personal toiletries, including soap and shampoo o Sun screen and a hat o Swimwear o Athletic shoes o Watch or other form of time piece o Discretionary money for snacks, souvenirs, etc. when on field trips (we recommend $100; should not need more than $200). Note that no student MUST have money, since all meals, materials, entrance fees, snacks, and more are provided. Nevertheless, most students find ways to spend their own money. o Enough clothing for about a week. We will have laundry days so you do not need to pack 3- weeks’ worth of clothes. Keep in mind that is will be between 70 and 95 degrees during the day. Nights tend to cool off to the upper 60’s and 70’s. It will rain at some point. Some students like to dress up for the gallery show but it is not necessary. Include clothing that can get dirty and that you can use for athletics.

Some optional items o Cell phone. These need to be turned off during class time but otherwise can be used. We strongly recommend that you spend most of your time with the people around you and limit your time on the phone. It is important in order for you to get the most out of your time here. o Electronic games. It is fine if you wish to bring a gaming system to hook up to a television in the lounge. Do not bring your own television. You may also bring hand-held devices, although just like cell phones we greatly encourage you to limit your time on them. *** If cell phones or electronic games become a problem, we will temporarily remove them and limit your access to them*** o Music players. Personal music players are fine as long as they are used at appropriate times. Portable stereos are also acceptable as long as the volume is kept at acceptable levels at appropriate times. o Laptops. Computer lab time will be given each day so laptops are not necessary. Wireless access is available but discouraged. If inappropriate material is found on the laptops, it will be stored until the end of the program. o Camera. While this is recommended for all students in the digital photography class, it is merely optional for the rest of you. You will probably want to take pictures of Cranbrook’s beautiful campus.

Remember that you will be responsible for carrying your luggage and protecting your valuables. Cranbrook assumes no liability for lost or stolen items. Rooms lock and you and your roommate will have your own keys.

Roommates

One way for you to have a good experience at CSAI is to have a roommate that you can enjoy. We will do our best to match you up with someone who is close to your age and shares your interest. Everyone will have one roommate. Once roommates are assigned, we will give you each other’s email address so you can get to know each other before the program begins. Hopefully some of you will become great friends!

If you have troubles with your roommate, let an RS know. If we feel that the trouble is serious enough, we will reassign you to a different roommate.

If you know someone else in the program and wish to request a roommate, please do so as soon as you possible.

The Dorms and Dorm Rooms

We will be using two dormitories. These buildings are not fancy but they are certainly functional. They are the same dorms that are used by the graduate students during the school year. Boys and girls will be staying in separate dorms. We will be occupying the top floors of each building. An RS will be staying on the same floor with you.

Each dorm has a lounge area. Members of the opposite sex are allowed in lounges but not in hallways or rooms. Lounges are available for movies, tv, games, and group activities. Lounge furniture must stay in the lounge.

A security deposit is not required for your dorm room, but you will be billed if any damage occurs to the furniture, fixtures or the room itself. Rooms must be kept reasonably clean, maintaining a healthy living environment. RS’s will check the condition of your room periodically to make sure it is not trashed. We will have housekeeping come through to clean the bathrooms and wastebaskets, but you will have to make your bed, throw away your garbage, and keep your room picked up.

Keys will be given to each student. You will be billed $10 for lost keys.

The bathrooms in both dorms have two toilets and two showers. You will all need to cooperate in order to make sure everyone has a chance to use the facilities. Everyone must bathe regularly. They are private, individual showers and toilets.

Dining

All your meals from dinner on the first Sunday evening to breakfast on Saturday morning will be provided. Breakfast will be at Reflections Café, which offers a variety of hot and cold options plus coffee, juice and milk. Other meals are provided in one of four ways. First, they may be at the beautiful Cranbrook Dining Hall known as Hogwarts because it resembles the famous Harry Potter setting. Each meal is buffet-style and offers lots of selections. Lunch and dinner offer a choice of a main course, several hot and cold sides, a soup and salad bar, a beverage machine, and dessert. Second option (for lunch) is Reflections Café, which offers sandwiches, pizza, quesadillas, salads and much more. Third option (for dinner) is to order take out from a local restaurant. We welcome suggestions and try to vary your choices. In this situation, you are given their menu and you get to select what to eat. Fourth option, and one of the most popular, is for the resident supervisors to prepare a home cooked meal.

You may not skip any meals unless you are not feeling well. Dinners are always eaten as a group. There are no refunds for uneaten meals. Snacks will also be available and resident supervisors are happy to take requests (but are not obligated to get everything you desire). We are able to accommodate nearly all eating limitations, but need to be notified beforehand so we may prepare.

Medicines and Medical Emergencies

All parents/guardians are required to report medical conditions of their child that might affect their presence in our program. Respecting your privacy, medical conditions will be shared with the program manager, your instructor and the resident supervisors only.

For the safety of all students involved, the head resident supervisor will possess and oversee all medical prescriptions with the exception of asthma inhalers and emergency medications that need to be kept with you at all times. This way the prescriptions will not get lost, stolen or ingested by the wrong people. RS’s will supervise taking of medications, making sure that they are being taken at intervals described on the label, but since they are not trained medical personnel they will not dispense dosages or advise you on the method of taking of the medicine.

We will have your medical insurance and identification on file in case of an emergency where we need to take you to get medical care. In such a case, the parents or guardians will be contacted immediately.

There is a campus nurse present from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for non-emergency issues. CSAI will have a basic first aid kit in each dorm and in classrooms. You will be instructed by the RS’s once you are here about emergency procedures.

Behavior

Students are expected to help create a community of trust by adhering to high standards of conduct at all times. Honesty, integrity, safety, self-respect, and respect for one another are the principles that our community values most. The protection of these values depends on common sense, courtesy, individual participation in constructive behavior, and thoughtful and sensitive awareness of others.

Students are held accountable for their participation in actions that violate the values of the community. Disruptive, disrespectful and demeaning behavior in the classroom or in any area of campus life will be addressed.

Each of the following is considered a violation of one of these common standards and thus a major rule violation. This is a sample list and does not include all unacceptable behaviors.

Violations of respect for people and property

! Deliberately disobeying or disrespecting the directives and authority of any CSAI staff member. ! Use of inappropriate, demeaning, vulgar, profane or obscene language, writing or gestures that imply disrespect; also inappropriately intimate gestures or behaviors. ! Vandalism or abuse of school or personal property.

Bullying/Harrassing

! A student shall not intimidate, harass, or bully another student through words or actions. Such behavior includes: direct physical contact, such as hitting or shoving; verbal assaults, such as teasing or name-calling; and social isolation or manipulation.

Integrity Violations

! Lying ! Stealing ! Copying ! Sabotaging

Endangerment of the safety of individuals, community and others

Any student whose behavior compromises the authority, safety or security of the School or any of its members is subject to immediate dismissal.

! Verbal or physical abuse, threatening language or behavior. ! Possession of weapons of any kind, including firearms and knives of three inches or longer. ! Tampering with fire extinguishers, smoke alarms or other emergency equipment. Use of substances

! Use or possession of alcohol or any controlled substance or illegal drug. ! Improper use of any over-the-counter medications or inhalant. ! Possession of paraphernalia for use of drugs or alcohol. ! Use of any tobacco product on school grounds or on any school-sponsored trips. Michigan law prohibits smoking for those under the age of 18.

Physical contact

Physical contact with the intent to harm, intimidate, or sexually arouse will not be tolerated. Friendships are encouraged but romantic relationships and adversarial relationships will be closely watched. Fights, bullying and sexual misconduct will not be tolerated.

Curfew

Missing a curfew by over an hour is a major infraction. Missing any curfew may result in limitation of freedoms and increased supervision.

Leaving campus

You are not allowed to leave campus without permission for any reason. There is nothing but residences within walking distance of Cranbrook. If a friend or relative wishes to take you off of campus, we must have parent or guardian approval ahead of time with enough of a warned so we can plan around your absence.

Discipline

Resident supervisors and the program manager will deal with infractions. The program manager will deal with all major infractions. Parents will be notified when a problem is serious enough or when a major infraction has occurred. Parents must be prepared to arrange and pay for immediate removal of child in the case where a student has violated a major infraction and must leave the program. This may include a stay in a hotel, transportation and plane tickets, or it may involve the parent needing to come to Cranbrook and pick up the child. Boarding program costs will not be refunded in the case of a dismissal.

The following are the official procedures for dealing with discipline issues that are not major infractions: 1. Resident supervisors will first address the problem and handle consequences as they see fit. 2. If the behavior continues or worsens, the program manager will call you into his office to address the matter. 3. If the behavior continues or worsens, your parents or guardian will be called and a solution will be worked out with them involved. 4. If the behavior continues or worsens, you will be sent home at your expense as if a major infraction had occurred.

If the behavior clearly warrants it, a decision may be made to skip steps and take immediate serious disciplinary action.

If you have been seriously affected by the actions of another, consult with an RS or the program manager. We want to make sure that you feel safe and secure.

Attire

We do not have a uniform or a certain prescription for what kinds of clothes must be worn. We believe in letting the artist have freedom of expression. With all freedoms there are limits.

Males are to keep shirts on at all times, including sporting events and outdoor activities with exception of the dorm room floor and swimming. Females are not to wear swimsuits or bikini tops at any time except when swimming. Shoes are required in all areas except on dorm room floor. Attire must conform to safety regulation and must not disrupt the educational process. Attire should be appropriate for each occasion. Undergarments should not be plainly visible, including sports bras and boxer shorts. Messages on clothing must not promote illegal activity or products or be deemed offensive by any staff member. Any CSAI staff member may deem attire inappropriate.

Refund Policy

If a student needs to withdraw from his or her enrollment, a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee is available for cancellations made in writing (email or letter) no later than two weeks before the class is scheduled to begin. Between two weeks prior and the second day of class, a refund minus the $500 deposit is available if cancellation is made in writing. There are no refunds after the second day of class.

Using the Buildings and Grounds

Cranbrook is 330 acres of woods, world-renown architecture, sculptures, fountains, gardens and much more. It houses the Cranbrook Science Institute, the Cranbrook Academy of Art and Art Museum, and four schools—one elementary, one middle and two high schools. Because of this, there is a lot of activity going on all around us. There are other residential camps, tourists, weddings, and various other activities that draw people to the grounds. As residents, we will be able to take advantage of most of what Cranbrook has to offer, but there are a few limits. 1. The Cranbrook House and Gardens. We can still utilize the gardens, but we must be respectful if they are conducting tours. 2. Artist-in-Residence studios. At Cranbrook Academy of Art, we do not have regular professors. Instead, each department is led by an “artist-in-residence”, who is a working artist living on campus. Their homes and studios will be pointed out to you once you are here. 3. Art studios. We have use of many art studios, but not all of them. When we have extended studio time it will be in a designated building. For security purposes, you should not have to go into the other studio buildings outside of class time. 4. Media lab. Only use the media lab outside of class time during designated times. Do not use the media lab when we do not have an RS supervising. 5. All buildings. As a general rule, do not enter any building that you do not have specific permission to enter. Some buildings are offices while others are being historically preserved. You will have the opportunity to see inside many buildings but do not go exploring on your own.

Visitors

You are allowed to have friends or family occasionally visit you on campus, especially those who are in your class. When you have guests, know the following: 1. Let an RS know who you are expecting and at what time. 2. If you are walking around campus, let an RS know where you will be. 3. The visitor(s) may participate in boarding activities only with the head RS’s approval. 4. No visitors may stay beyond the building curfew of 9:00 p.m. 5. Visitors must follow the same rules as the boarders. If any of the rules are violated, the visitors will have to leave. 6. If having visitors become a problem, they will no longer be allowed. 7. If your visitor wants to take you off campus, you must obtain parental permission beforehand and that permission must be communicated directly to the head RS. A specific return time must be set. Before you leave, you must check out with one of the RS’s who will need to see who you are leaving with.

About Your Class

Materials There are no materials fees. Every class will be provided with enough materials for each student to satisfy the expectations of the instructor. If the student wishes to do more, he or she will need to bring additional materials him/herself. Some classes may request additional materials for students to bring, but will be limited in scope and at no or little cost, such as food containers, magazines or personal effects. In any class, students may bring their own materials or equipment if they prefer their own.

Equipment Most classes will have the equipment needed in order to complete the work for the course. We recommend those in the following classes bring their own equipment: Darkroom Photography—bring your own SLR camera (not a point and shoot). We will have several cameras for student use, but it is often good for students to learn on their own camera. Digital Photography—bring your own digital camera (does not need to be a DSLR). We will have some cameras for student use, but it is better for you to bring your own. Fashion Design — if you have your own sewing machine, feel free to bring it. We have several machines for the class to share. Classrooms are secure enough to leave it here. Digital Photography and Video—bring your own video camera if you wish. We will have a couple cameras for students to share. Portfolio Development—bring a portfolio or samples of your artwork to class the first day.

All the rest of the classes just need students to be present—everything else will be provided.

Preparation Each student will receive a letter from the instructor welcoming him or her to the course and explaining what he or she can do to prepare for the class. This generally arrives around two weeks before the start of class.

Field trip Once a session, each class will go on a field trip. Where classes go is up to the instructor. Generally most classes go together on a gallery crawl, where we pile into a Cranbrook school bus and visit 4 or 5 of the best art galleries between Birmingham and Detroit. We also have had field trips to artist studios, a film studio, an architecture firm, and the Detroit Institute of Art.

Final gallery show After the last class of each session, CSAI will put on a gallery show for the public. The show will take place in the Forum Gallery, located in the south wing of the Cranbrook Art Museum. The show will begin at 3:30 and end at 5:00. During the show, around 4:15, each instructor will address the audience and make some comments about the work in the show and about his or her class. Instructors will determine what work will be on display. The show is free and open for anyone to attend—usually we draw between 100 to 200 guests! Snacks and drinks will be provided. CSAI does its best to make this as formal an art gallery exhibition as possible.

All artwork must remain in the show until 5:00. After 5:00 students may retrieve their work. Any work that is left behind will be stored temporarily. Arrangements may be made to pick up the work. After the summer is over, unclaimed work will be discarded or kept as the property of CSAI.

Other Students in the Program

Numbers Most classes have between 5 and 16 students. The first two sessions generally have between 60 to 85 students. The third session is a bit smaller with 35 to 50 students.

Where they call home Most come from Southeast Michigan. About a third come from another state or another country. Usually there are 8 to 10 different countries represented each summer, and around 15 different states.

Ages A majority of students are 15 and 16 years old. There are equal numbers of 14 and 17 year olds, with a smaller number of 18 year olds. Certain classes tend to attract younger or older ages. In general, the range of ages in a class is not an issue. Most classes have 10 to 12 students, so there are always others near your age.

Gender Females outnumber males 2 to 1 on average, although certain classes such as architecture and 3D design tend to be mostly males.

Will I be alone? Although we have many students who return to CSAI year after year, most students come to CSAI not knowing anyone else in the program. The first day or two is the most awkward, but students usually make friendships quickly, particularly if you make an effort. CSAI has a very friendly, welcoming, fun-loving atmosphere where students usually thrive.

Class Cancellation

Classes will run as scheduled once enrollment for the course reaches a minimum of five. Every effort will be made so there are no cancellations. If a class must be cancelled due to low enrollment or any other reason, the student may transfer into any other available class with no added fees. The program manager will be in contact to notify the student/family and discuss options. If the student does not elect to transfer into a different class, a full refund of tuition will be granted.

Contact Information and Sending Mail

Chris Schneider, program manager Email: [email protected] Phone: 248-207-8562, 248-645-3300 if the first number goes to voice mail Fax: 248-645-3591

To mail a letter or package, address package this way: Student’s name CSAI (do not just put “Cranbrook” or it will be delayed) 39221 Woodward Ave. Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303

Drop off/

pick up here

Cranbrook is located between Big Beaver Rd/ Quarton Rd to the south and Long Lake to the north in Bloomfield Hills.

When traveling from the west, take Telegraph to Lone Pine Rd. Go east past Lahser (stop light) and turn left at Academy Way (stop sign). Go to the wide circular area on Academy Way about 200 yards from Lone Pine.

From the airport: Take I94 east to Telegraph. Head north about 20 miles to Lone Pine Rd (next big intersection after Quarton Rd). Turn right (east) and drive about a mile to Academy Way (at a stop sign). Turn left and go to the wide circular area on Academy Way about 200 yards from Lone Pine.

There will be signs on campus to help guide your way.