FIDM TOTE BAG

The FIDM tote bag is provided to students during the first quarter of each contracted program. Tote bag distribution days and hours are posted quarterly. Additional FIDM tote bags may be purchased in the FIDM Store.

FIDMPRINTS

Color and black/white printing and copying are available for a fee in the Library/IDEA Center with a valid FIDM Student Photo ID card.

FIRST-AID / HEALTH INFORMATION

Although FIDM does not have a health office or nurse's center, first-aid supplies are available by inquiring with the receptionist for the specific location of the first-aid supplies. In alignment with guidelines from public authorities, FIDM may require vaccinations. Students needing information regarding vaccinations should contact a health care professional. Students may visit the Student Activities Office or the Personal Counseling Office for health insurance brochures and other health information. Health resources are not affiliated with FIDM.

LOST & FOUND

Lost & Found is located at the FIDM Security Desk, 1st floor (Rotunda).

PARKING INFORMATION

Students should contact the Student Activities Office for parking information in the surrounding community.

STUDENT PHOTO IDENTIFICATION CARD

All current students must display their FIDM Student Photo ID along with their COVID-19 Vaccination sticker, and a valid quarter sticker while on campus. This card is required for access to the FIDM campus, and it allows students to check out books and DVDs in the Library, pick up books and supplies from the Bookroom, print in the Library/IDEA Center and computer labs, and receive student discounts around town. The fee for a lost FIDM Student Photo ID is $10.

STUDENT LOUNGE

The FIDM Student Lounge is a place to eat lunch, catch up on homework, get information, participate in campus events and activities, or to relax. Microwaves and vending machines are also available for student use.

STUDENT NEWSLETTER

The Student Newsletter publishes important announcements from all FIDM Departments and can be found in the Student Activities Office and Student Lounge, and on the FIDM Portal and Canvas.

TRANSPORTATION

The FIDM campus is located in downtown Los Angeles with many public transportation options available to meet students' needs. For information on selective transportation schedules, student discounts on public

transportation, and directions, students should contact the Student Activities Office.

Student Activities

Student Activities is committed to the development of the students' collegiate experience by supporting their educational goals and career objectives. Student Activities fosters a comfortable environment that provides personal growth through the implementation of cocurricular events pertaining to cultural awareness, civic awareness, personal development, and social activities.

FIDM Students can learn about upcoming events through the Student Activities Office, Student Activities on Canvas, the Student Newsletter, and by following Instagram accounts @FIDMStudentActivities, @FIDMMODE, @FIDMbsu, @FIDMsva, and @fidm.

Benefits to Involvement in Student Activities

VOTER REGISTRATION

The Student Activities Office provides voter registration forms and online information to all students. Voter registration information can also be found on the California Online Voter Registration website registertovote. ca.gov.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

The FIDM Alumni Association keeps FIDM Grads connected and provides up-to-the-minute alumni news and information. More than 20 FIDM Alumni chapters are currently active in the United States, Europe, and Asia, with 70,000 alumni members.

The Alumni Relations Office communicates about industry-related workshops and seminars, monthly alumni chapter events, and news through the Career Network Announcement page, LinkedIn, and LiveWire, a monthly eNewsletter.

Membership in the FIDM Alumni Association is free upon graduation. Contact the Alumni Relations Office for more information about the Alumni Association.

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF INTERIOR DESIGNERS (ASID) STUDENT CHAPTER

ASID is the oldest, largest, and only multi-disciplinary professional organization for interior designers, interior design students, and the manufacturers and suppliers who support the profession. Through education,