ASU Art Museum | ASU SAMS

ASU Art Museum
STUDENT DOCENT PROGRAM - Academic Year 2005-06

ASU SAMS (Student Art Museum Specialists)
Program Parameters

Benefits can include:

Advanced notice of exhibitions and special events, Museum Store discounts, and invitations to exclusive gatherings and exhibition opening receptions
Insider access to artists, curators, and arts professionals
Knowledge of museum operations - build your résumé!
Community service hours which may fulfill ASU scholarship requirements
Opportunity to polish public speaking skills, learn about art and art history, give back to the community

SAMS must:

Fill out an application and attend an initial Program orientation session
Successfully complete a semester-long training course
Commit to at least 25 hours of service during the course of one (1) semester. Service hours will be scheduled on a bi-weekly basis (approx. 2 hours per week for 12-13 weeks).
Be prompt and reliable in reporting for scheduled work and training sessions
Notify the office 24 hours in advance if unable to work as specified.
Be familiar with and follow the Museum’s philosophy, policies & procedures
Record and report all hours of service
Participate in any required continuing education sessions
Wear assigned attire while representing the ASU Art Museum in an official capacity, including nametag and uniform
Observe standard hygienic standards while representing the ASU Art Museum.
Be respectful, sensitive and courteous to Museum staff, security, docents, volunteers, fellow students, tour audiences and general visitors while representing the ASU Art Museum
Immediately inform the Museum of any physical or medical limitations that might affect one’s ability to perform tasks