The guiding principles of student life at Rosebud School of the Arts (see right column) are informed and shaped by our unique character as a Christian Fine Arts institution of Higher Education located on a rural campus.

Student Services

Student Life Manual
Rosebud is so small that the entire hamlet functions as a campus.  The Student Life Manual, given to each student during Orientation Week, outlines a number of specific rules that enable staff, students, and other Rosebud residents to live in close proximity. The manual also outlines specific procedures for when rules are broken.

We use this document as an aid when something goes wrong, not as a blue print for how to live. Parents or other interested parties can obtain a copy of the Student Life Manual by contacting the Student Life Department.

Student Housing
Certificate students are assigned a room in one of the student residences operated by a private company. Senior students find accommodation in the student residences or in private suites in town.

Student residences are independent suites shared by three to six people. Men and women live in separate suites. Each suite is complete with kitchen, bathroom and laundry facilities. Bedrooms are furnished with a twin-size bed, a dresser, and a desk. Students need to bring linen, bedding, and personal effects. Telephone service is not provided.

There is no cafeteria service in Rosebud. Residents share a kitchen and cook their own meals (basic cooking utensils are provided). Specific residence rules are outlined in the Student Life Manual.

During the 2007-08 school year, room rates in student residences are $1,300 per term, single occupancy.  In addition, a $100 utility charge is levied for the first semester.  A second semester levy is dependant upon utility rates and conservation. A security deposit is also charged at the time of registration.

There are two payment options. These payment options are fixed. Students not prepared to pay rent as specified will not be granted a room. The payment options are as follows:

1. Eight (8) post-dated cheques payable the first of each month plus $100 utility levy plus a Security Deposit of $325 with the first month’s payment.
2. First-term rent payment of $1,300 dated September 3, 2007, plus $100 utility levy plus a Security Deposit of $200 due with first- term payment, and second-term rent payment of $1,300 dated January 1, 2008.

NOTE: A 2% surcharge will be applied if payment is made by credit card.  Rent payment will be collected at time of registration.  Students will be informed as to the name of the company or individual that operates their student residence and accepts payment.

Resource Centre – Campus Library
The Resource Centre containing the collection of the Anne Severns Library provides general resource books, fiction, numerous magazines in general arts / theatre arts, Christian literature and magazines, videos, audio tapes, reference books and articles, and a networked / Internet-connected computer lab area.

Every student who is not already a member of TAL (The Alberta Library) receives an Alberta Library Card through the Marigold Library System. The Marigold Library System gives students access to 151 libraries in TRAC (The Regional Automation Consortium) and over 250 libraries in TAL (The Alberta Library).

Student ID Cards
Students are issued with a simple photo ID at the beginning of the fall term. These can be used at other college and university campus bookstores to receive student discounts from software vendors or receive student ticket pricing at theatre.

Student Life Advisor
The Student Life Advisor acts as liaisons between the students and the School and is well-versed in these areas:

1. Residence costs and landlord concerns
2. Medical emergencies and protocol
3. Student Life Manual and disciplinary procedures
4. Educational costs and payment requirements
5. Counseling resources

The Student Life Advisor is an individual on whom you can rely to make sure your voice is heard. He/she will help provide student representation at faculty and administrative meetings.

Student Representative
Students elect their own representative to chair meetings that deal with student issues and bring their collective thoughts to the Education Department.

Student Health
The physical and mental demands of classroom and performance work should not be underestimated. Students must note on their application any special needs or limitations and give an accurate account of their medical and psychological history, so that the Rosebud staff can make appropriate accommodation. 

Experience has demonstrated that applicants who inform of us of their needs up-front generally experience little trouble during the school year and are successful in their studies.  Applicants who try to “down-play” any health condition do not fare as well. Rosebud School of the Arts expects truthful communication from parents as well as students. You are assured that your needs will be treated with respect and confidentiality.

Counselling Programme
The Counselling Programme is designed to facilitate professional counselling for students. The programme subsidizes a portion of the counselling fee and covers traveling expenses for a professional therapist from Calgary who makes regular visits to Rosebud. The counselling sessions are scheduled by the Student Life Advisor.

Students covered under their parents’ extended health benefits are not eligible for RSA counselling subsidy.

Students not covered under their parents’ extended health plan receive a $30 reduction in fees per session to a limit specified by the Education Team (appr. 4–6 sessions). In order to qualify for subsidy, a student must submit a Counselling Application Form to the Student Life Advisor and, at the request of the Student Life Advisor, present a written recommendation from the local pastor or a doctor. 

Alumni Services
Graduates and former staff of Rosebud School of the Arts are treasured resources and are utilized as mentors, sessional staff, guest artists, advisors to or representatives on the Board of Governors.

Guiding Principles

We are a Christian-based School.
The mission of Rosebud School of the Arts is to provide facilities, organization, education and top quality programmes in the realm of the arts to express God’s wonderful and universal gifts to His children in a spirit of hope, joy, forgiveness, and love. In light of this mission, we define the relationship between employer and employee, between teacher and student, between the school and the community, and between ourselves and our roommates.

The policies we ask our students to follow are based on Biblical principles of living together. Although a Christian commitment is not necessary to attend Rosebud School of the Arts, we ask that all students respect the lifestyle of RSA, and are open to seeking God and pursuing questions about Christianity.

We are a Fine Arts School.
Discipline within the Fine Arts is demanding – it requires energy and good health. The Fine Arts field attracts highly emotive people with strong powers of expression; however, these gifts are never to be used as license for destructive behaviour. The lifestyle choices we make have a direct effect on our ability to learn and grow in our craft.

We are an institution of Higher Education. A post-secondary programme requires mature studying skills, and a certain level of academic competency and life skills. The relationship between instructor and student is defined as master and apprentice, and as such, demands mutual respect and accountability. We believe that both the master and the apprentice are called to submit their autonomy to a purpose greater than themselves: to the discipline of their field and ultimately to the Lordship of Christ.

We are a Rural Campus.
We live in a small and relatively isolated community where we rely on each other for friendship and support. Our actions have a direct effect on the people living around us, and wherever we go, we are seen as ambassadors of Rosebud. Students are asked to conduct themselves in such a way that the community is edified and built up in a positive manner.

Spiritual Life

Chapel
Rosebud School of the Arts is an open-faith community that welcomes people from a broad range of traditions. The School’s mission is to produce godly people of faith, and our chapel sessions are part of this commitment. Chapel takes place one hour per week and usually features one of these three themes:

Worship Arts: The themes from the Christian calendar are used as a basis for readings, music, poetry, scripts, stories, etc. as an artistic expression of faith and worship.

Taizé: These chapels are based upon scripture readings, songs, and quietly seeking God’s Spirit. Taizé services end in Communion.

Faith Journey: Times of praise and worship that feature faith stories of staff, students, guests.

Accountability Group
The accountability group is a weekly initiative of the Student Life department. Participation is completely optional. The accountability group is designed for people who desire to fellowship with others to voice their dreams, to explore ways of achieving them and then go for it.

Church Attendance
Students are encouraged to fellowship in a local church. Using one’s talents in worship and ministry of a local church enriches both the student and the church community.

The Rosebud Church, affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Church of Canada, is a strong supporter of the school. The church offers a true community church experience with many different denominations represented in its members and plenty of opportunity for participation in worship and ministry.

There are also churches affiliated with various denominations in the nearby communities of Carbon, Drumheller, Rockyford, Standard, and Strathmore.

Retreat
The annual retreat takes place during a September weekend when students, staff and their families meet away from Rosebud to fellowship and explore our common history and future visions.