Arkansas PBS > Engage > Pressroom > AETN to host Portfolio Day 2011
Posted 31 Oct 2011
The Arkansas Educational Television Network (AETN), in partnership with the Arkansas Arts Educators, will host Portfolio Day 2011 Saturday, Nov. 19, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the network headquarters, 350 South Donaghey Avenue, Conway. The event is designed for high school students interested in pursuing a post-secondary education in an art-related degree program.
Representatives of colleges and universities throughout the region will be on hand to review studentsÂ’ portfolios and discuss programs and scholarship opportunities. Among those who have agreed to participate are: Arkansas State University, Harding University, Henderson State University, Kansas City Art Institute, Lyon College, Memphis College of Art, Ouachita Baptist University, Pulaski Technical College, Southern Arkansas University, University of Arkansas, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and University of Central Arkansas.
Students are encouraged to select 10 to 15 pieces of their best work, using slides or photographs to show large two and three-dimensional and/or sculptural pieces. Beginning at 9:30 a.m., they will be able to meet with as many representatives as they choose. Students should be able to discuss the techniques and media they have used, as well as what influenced their creative processes.
AETN will conduct facility tours, including video editing suites, throughout the day. Information will also be available on the THEA Foundation and the scholarships it provides. Parents and teachers are invited but not required to attend.
For more information about Portfolio Day 2011, please call 1-800-662-2386 or email dkoops@aetn.org.