a distribution channel for ‘free’ files that let them steal information. Students should make sure they have obtained virus scanning and malware detection software above and beyond what Windows or Apple provides by default.

RECOMMENDED COMPUTER SOFTWARE SPECIFICATIONS Recommended computer specifications can be found in Student Activities, on the FIDM Portal, and on FIDM’s website at https://fidm.edu/en/admissions/parent+faq/.

FIDMCLOUD MAIL

Microsoft O365 provides the FIDM web-based email system for students and the email program is Outlook. Students are required to activate and maintain their FIDMCloud Mail account. FIDMCloud Mail is the official communications route for students to receive all school and class communication as well as access to additional programs, such as Adobe Creative Cloud, MS Office products and LinkedIn Learning. New students will receive an email from elearning@us.fidm.edu to activate their FIDMCloud Mail account.

If a student has any questions, they can email elearn- ing@us.fidm.edu, or call 213-624-1200 extension 4477.

Student Services

CAREER CENTER

From the first day of class, students begin to integrate into a network of industry leaders, FIDM Faculty, and influential FIDM Graduates. The Career Center works with FIDM Students and Graduates one-on-one to ensure a targeted and efficient career search.

The Career Center believes that what is learned in the FIDM classroom, combined with the experience gained from working alongside industry professionals, enhances career growth post-graduation. Career Center Staff provides students and graduates with the best re-sources to help them hone the skills they have learned at FIDM and effectively apply them to the working world.

HOUSING

Internships

Internships are opportunities for students to combine academic training with employment in fields related to their course of study. Students who are interested in gaining this type of “real life” experience should meet with a Career Advisor. To qualify, students must main-tain a minimum 3.0 grade point average, have proof of medical insurance, and be in the second, third, or fourth year of a FIDM undergraduate degree. Students enrolled in Professional Designation, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degree programs are eligible to apply for in-ternships after their first quarter. Internships must be secured and paperwork completed prior to the end of the quarter preceding the internship’s start date (e.g., by the end of Winter quarter for an internship starting in Spring). To receive academic credit, students must confirm their plans with their department prior to applying and will be asked to complete specific course-work. International students may be eligible to com-plete internships, subject to federal/state regulations.

Industry Relations

Career Center Staff constantly works to build and maintain relationships with employers to find quality industry jobs and internship leads within all the FIDM majors. Through on-campus recruitment, site visits, internships, and job opportunities, the Career Center stays in tune with the latest career trends. Job opportu-nities are posted daily in the Career Network. Students and Alumni have full access to job leads, internship leads, resume builder, and employer company history through Career Network.

The Housing Department is committed to assisting students with finding the residential plan that best suits their needs. FIDM does not own or operate any dormitory or apartment facilities. The FIDM Housing Department offers third-party apartment rentals through FIDM (FIDM Student Housing) as well as inde-pendent housing referrals. This popular option creates an exciting community of FIDM Students in each loca-tion with FIDM Housing Staff on-site or easily acces-sible. Space is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. All apartments are two bedroom/two bathroom units. FIDM LA Housing options are within walking