Phoenix College / 1202 West Thomas Road / Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.phoenixcollege.edu/ericfischlscholars

Phoenix College Eric Fischl Scholars Program Description: The Eric Fischl Scholars Program (EFSP) was launched in fall 2009 in collaboration with world renowned contemporary artist and Phoenix College alumnus Eric Fischl. The program, which is the first of its kind to be offered at a community college, focuses on increasing the number of students pursuing an Associate of Arts Degree in Fine Art at Phoenix College in preparation for university transfer. Primary goals of the program include:

§ Identify and recruit talented students, including graduating high school seniors, to compete for entrance into the EFSP. Once selected as Fischl Scholars, students may be eligible to remain in the program until they complete requirements for the Associate in Arts Fine Arts Degree.

§ Increase the number of students completing requirements for the Associate in Arts – Fine Arts Degree at Phoenix College.

§ Encourage students who have demonstrated a talent and interest for pursuing an education and career in the field of Art to pursue higher education.

§ Serve as a pipeline for students and prepare students for transfer to the University.

§ Provide scholarship assistance (up to $3,000 per year) to students in the program.

§ Teach and promote community service. Students are required, as part of the program, to complete a minimum number of community service hours each semester (ten).

§ Faculty Mentor: Monitor the progress of students and promote retention in the program. This is accomplished through a personalized, multi-tiered support system involving art and counseling faculty. For example, each Scholar is paired with a Faculty Mentor from among the Art faculty. The Faculty Mentor assists in suggesting opportunities for linkages in the community to enhance the students’ educational experience, and offers advice on ways and opportunities to foster and enhance the students’ artistic talent beyond the classroom. In order to promote student success and as a condition of remaining in the program, this strategy also serves as a comprehensive retention effort that utilizes existing services on campus (i.e., Counseling, Academic Advising, Career Services, etc.).

§ Scholar Advocate: Advocacy provided by a Scholar Advocate from the counseling department, for the duration of the students’ participation in the program. Scholars meet monthly with the Scholar Advocate for assistance in such areas as program advisement and course selection. There are a variety of things that may arise in the lives of students that could interfere with their quest to obtain a college education. As a member of the counseling department, the Scholar Advocate is a trained professional who meets individually with each student and works with them above and beyond each student’s time with the Faculty Mentor. The Scholar Advocate provides guidance, involving counseling, and crisis intervention to the student. If necessary, the Scholar Advocate is prepared to connect the student with community resources for additional assistance.

§ Assistance in preparing students, based on their interests, in the selection of the appropriate art school and/or university to which they may transfer beyond PC.

§ Assistance to students in preparing application materials and portfolios for schools to which they may apply upon concluding their studies at PC.

Criteria: The Eric Fischl Scholars Program is a competitive application and nomination process. To qualify for consideration, students must meet the following criteria:

ü Plan to major in Fine Arts at Phoenix College (1202 West Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85013) ü Plan to attend Phoenix College at least 9 credit hours in Fall 2016 ü Must have a cumulative minimum GPA of 2.5 at time of application ü Must demonstrate financial need

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In addition, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

ü High school senior / recent high school graduate having completed at least three (3) classes in Art during high school with a grade of “B” or better

OR ü Phoenix College student having completed 6 credit hours in studio art (i.e., course prefixes with ART)

Program Requirements: The Eric Fischl Scholars Program offers talented students, including high school seniors with an interest in Fine Art, the opportunity to complete the Associate of Art in Fine Arts Degree as part of an exclusive cohort of scholars identified as being associated with one of the world’s foremost contemporary artists, Eric Fischl. Once selected as a Fischl Scholar, students are eligible to remain in the program until they complete the requirements for an Associate in Fine Arts Degree. In order to maintain eligibility and remain in the program each semester, Scholars will be expected to:

§ Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5, with a 3.5 minimum GPA in Fine Arts courses. § Maintain a minimum enrollment of 9 credit hours. § Meet face-to-face with their Faculty Mentor a minimum of one time at the beginning and end of each semester and

immediately notify their Faculty Mentor of any issues arise that may affect or change their enrollment. § Meet face-to-face with Scholar Advocate to review monthly progress reports and immediately notify their Scholar

Advocate of any issues arise that may affect or change their enrollment. § Submit monthly progress reports. Progress reports are provided by the Scholar Advocate and are completed in

consultation with each of the Scholar’s instructors. Completed progress reports must be submitted to the Scholar Advocate for the following months during the spring semester: February, March, and April; and September, October, and November during the fall semester.

§ Complete 10 hours of Community Service or volunteerism, preferably in the Arts and Culture area, each semester. Community service opportunities must be pre-approved by EFSP faculty/staff. Scholars are responsible for tracking and reporting their hours to the Scholar Advocate.

§ Participate in program enrichment activities as assigned (i.e., special lectures, workshops, museum outings, meetings with Eric Fischl, etc.) and reporting the activities to their Scholars Advocate.

§ Participate in portfolio reviews as requested by the EFSP faculty as an indicator of Scholar’s ongoing progress. § Submit a Statement of Understanding at the end of each semester to the Office of Alumni & Development indicating

Scholar’s desire to have their scholarship renewed. An unofficial copy of transcripts must be included. § Notify the Office of Alumni & Development of any change of address or contact information (i.e., email, telephone)

that occurs during the semester (602) 285-7337. How to Apply: In order to be considered for the Eric Fischl Scholars Program, applicants must provide the following:

1. Complete, sign, and date this application. Application Deadline: All applications must be received by March 11, 2016. If sent via US mail, package must be postmarked no later than March 11, 2016. Late submissions will not be considered. Applications may also be hand-delivered to: Phoenix College – Office of Alumni, Development & Scholarship Relations, Room OSE-106, 1202 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85013. For more information, call (602) 285-7337 or email barbara.stratton@phoenixcollege.edu. Please allow 3-4 weeks for the selection process.

2. Attach the following:

§ Two (2) letters of recommendation. Letters should not be more than 12 months old, and may not be from a friend or relative. IMPORTANT: One of your two letters must be from a current or former art instructor. Ideas for sources of your second letter are supervisors or someone who has overseen your work as a volunteer. ATTN ART INSTRUCTORS - This letter should explain why you believe your nominee should be selected as an Eric Fischl Scholar. Discuss their commitment as a student and talent for art, as well as

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their potential for success in the program. Also address how the student would benefit from participating in the program.

§ Transcripts: Attach a copy of your transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable). § Art portfolio of 10-12 pieces, in slide or digital format, 300 dpi, jpeg images on CD/DVD.

§ Personal Statement (no more than two pages, double-spaced, 12 point Times font) discussing the following: a) your academic and career goals, b) your financial need, c) your involvement as a community volunteer, d) the importance of art in society, and e) what it would mean to you to be selected as an Eric Fischl Scholar.

3. Personal Interview: Students who pass the application review screening will be invited for a personal interview

with the Eric Fischl Scholars Program Committee at a designated time and place. Final candidates will be notified of their selection by email.

4. Orientation: Following notification of their acceptance into the program, recipients will be required to attend an

EFSP Orientation, which will include an overview of the program requirements and expectations. At this time, students may also be advised to complete assessment testing to determine placement in general education courses (i.e., mathematics, English, reading, etc.).

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Phoenix College Eric Fischl Scholars Program 2016 Application

Student Information Date: ___________________ Name: _______________________________________________________________________________ First Middle Last Address: _____________________________________________________________________________ City, State and Zip Code: ________________________________________________________________ Telephone: __________________________Email________________________________ Student ID# (if currently enrolled at a Maricopa Community College):______________________________ How did you hear about this scholarship? ___________________________________________________ Have you registered for the upcoming semester at Phoenix College? _____Yes _____No Have you applied for Financial Aid? _____Yes _____No Please list any scholarships or financial assistance (including financial aid) you are receiving: Name Source Amount Start Date End Date ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Are you currently in school? _____Yes _____No If yes, name of school you are attending: __________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________________ City, State and Zip Code: _______________________________________________________________ High school GPA? ______________ College GPA (if applicable)? _____________ Anticipated high school graduation date? ____________ Anticipated college graduation date? ____________ When do you plan on attending Phoenix College? ________________________ Are you the first in your family to attend college? _____Yes _____No

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Are you currently in the Phoenix College ACE Program (Achieving a College Education)? _____Yes _____No Are you currently in the Phoenix College Honors Program? _____Yes _____No Are you currently taking art courses at Phoenix College? _____Yes _____No The Fischl Scholars Program supports students majoring in Fine Art. What is your major? ______________________ Have you identified a university that you are interested in attending after Phoenix College? _____Yes _____No If yes, please tell us the name and location: ___________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ When do you plan on transferring to this university? _____________________________ The EFSP program strives for achievement in excellence. To that end, students selected for the program are expected to fulfill all the requirements of the program in a timely and professional manner, as well as attend classes regularly. Please explain any extracurricular activities in which you are involved or other obligations which currently comprise your schedule, and tell us how you plan to integrate the expectations and requirements associated with being a Fischl Scholar in the event that you are selected as a recipient. ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ The following questions are asked for statistical purposes only. Your answers are optional. Are you: Single____ Married____ Single Parent____

Gender: Female____ Male____

Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaskan Native____ Hispanic____ Asian or Pacific Islander____ White, not of Hispanic origin____

Black, not of Hispanic origin___ Other____

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Are you a United States Citizen? _____Yes _____No

Are you an Arizona resident? _____Yes _____No

Last four digits of your social security number:_____________Date of birth:_______________(mm/dd/yy)

Phoenix College, a part of the Maricopa Community College District, does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, handicap/disability, age or Vietnam era/disabled veteran status in employment or in the application, admission, participation, access and treatment of persons in instructional programs and activities. I certify the information provided is accurate and correct to the best of my knowledge. I under- stand that consent is given to Phoenix College to release academic, financial or any other necessary information required as it pertains to this application process. All information is confidential and will only be used to assist in this process. Student Signature: ______________________________________________________Date:_____________

REV. 1/16 About Eric Fischl

Born in New York City in 1948, Eric Fischl grew up in the suburbs of Long Island, his parents having moved there shortly before his second year. “Safer place to raise a family,” they used to say. Against a backdrop of alcoholism and a country club culture obsessed with image over content, Fischl became focused on the rift between what was experienced and what could not be said. Until the late 70’s, suburbia was not considered a legitimate genre for art. With his first New York show at the Edward Thorp Gallery, epithets like “psycho-sexual suburban dramas” became velcroed to his disturbing images of dysfunctional family life. Fischl began his art education in Phoenix, Arizona where his parents had moved in 1967. He attended Phoenix College, then studied for a year at Arizona State University, and ultimately earned his BFA in 1972 at the California Institute of the Arts in Valencia, California. After graduation, he moved to Chicago, where he worked as a guard at the Museum of Contemporary Art. It was in Chicago that Fischl was exposed to the non-mainstream art of the Hairy Who. “The underbelly, carnie world of Ed Paschke and the hilarious sexual vulgarity of Jim Nutt were revelatory experiences for me,” Fischl has said. In 1974, he began teaching painting at the highly touted Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, where he met his future wife, the painter April Gornik. In 1978, the couple moved to New York City, where they continue to live and work. In 2005, Fischl returned to Phoenix College and launched the “Eric Fischl Lecture Series,” an annual event that has drawn hundreds of students, artists and educators to campus every spring for an engaging discourse about various themes focused on art. In conjunction with the lecture series, Fischl has created a scholarship program to recognize talented and deserving students studying art at Phoenix College, and as such has created a legacy of future artists that are certain to make their mark in the community in the years to come. In 2007, Fischl was inducted into the Phoenix College Alumni Association (PCAA) Hall of Fame, in recognition of his ongoing efforts on behalf of Phoenix College and its students. In 2009, the “Fischl Art Gallery” was dedicated honoring his ongoing support of Phoenix College.

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Student Artist Reflections Heather Holyan, Fischl Art Scholar “The Eric Fischl Scholars Program has been immensely beneficial to me. The last year I have seen myself grow as an artist and person and the program has been a significant factor in that. I have been challenged by my courses, teachers, mentors and classmates. The program has supported and encouraged me when I felt ambivalent about my future as an artist. I have the most contact with Loman Clark from the program and our monthly meetings have been wonderful. We have great conversations and his interest in my success keeps me thinking positively and focused. I have met some great teachers at Phoenix College. Specifically, Mr. Jon Haddock and Ms. Christina Park have been teachers and mentors to me and instrumental in my growth and focus! I am excited for the upcoming semester and look forward to applying to an MFA program in January. Thank you for your continual support!” Ben Peck, Fischl Art Scholar “The past year I have been in the scholars program has been more forming, solidifying, and validating than I knew possible. I applied for the program with friends, students, and faculty that believed in me more than I believed in myself. Receiving the scholarship gave me the validation that I should be doing art. The instruction I have had from my mentor and counselor has immensely pushed me further in my art work and degree. The tuition coverage has allowed me to graduate debt free with my Associates degree in the fall of 2014. The money saved and the additional finances provided for books and art supplies has enabled me to invest in the quality supplies I need and ultimately, spend less time at my retail job and more time making art. I have grown more this year than I ever have, as an artist and a person. And it’s humbling to see that it is the contribution of others that has made my work fruitful. In April at the annual Phoenix College Student Show, I received first place with a sculpture and third place with a painting. In May, I had my first sale at a downtown Phoenix gallery. I am showing with another downtown gallery in July and have more opportunities ahead. To say the Scholars program opened doors for me is an understatement; it has shown me places I never knew existed or believed I could go…this program goes a long way. Thanks!” Laura Favela, Fischl Art Scholar “My first year in college was possible thanks to the Eric Fischl Scholars Program. As a scholarship recipient, I was able to enjoy, and receive an education without the worry of tuition bills. Not having to acquire employment to afford my college tuition allowed me time to focus and explore myself and my college as a student and an artist. With the aid of our student advocate and my mentor I am able to create a path through Phoenix College leading, and encouraging me to then follow a BFA program at a university, such as ASU. The Eric Fischl Scholars Program has provided me with more than tuition and books. It has given me hope and the ability to achieve within my education. As a foreign artist under Deferred Action, I found it tough to find financial aid through scholarships, unless you planned to become a lawyer, or a doctor. This scholarship has allowed me to follow a path to a career that I am passionate about, and I can never be more grateful and thankful for being selected for such a prestigious group as is Eric Fischl Scholars Program.”