Orange County

Like nothing you've ever seen

FIDM Orange County is a dynamic visual experience with ultra-modern lofts, an indoor/outdoor student lounge, eye-popping colors, and a sensational, one-of-a-kind audio visual igloo. Designed by world-renowned architect Clive Wilkinson, the new 38,000 square-feet campus is close to leading apparel manufacturers and retailers, as well as some the world's most beautiful beaches - the perfect setting to spark creativity and inspire students.

In & Around Orange County

Non-Stop Shopping

It's no secret that some of the world's most famous fashionistas live in California, and even those who aren't residents find California to be among the premiere shopping destinations. From cheap 'n' chic fashion trends to designer duds hot off the runway, and everything in between, California offers amazing retail therapy to make even the most discriminating shopaholic's dreams come true. With so many wonderful places to shop, it would be impossible to list them all, but here are some suggestions.

Orange County offers:

• The Block at Orange, a huge outdoor mall with something for everyone.
• Irvine Spectrum Center for favorites such as Anthropologie, Torrid, and Bebe, to name a few.
• South Coast Plaza for high-end boutiques Chanel, Fendi, and many more.

Culture

No matter where you are, there's never a dull moment in the Golden State. With its plentiful cultural and art museums, galleries, theaters, and performance art venues, California's got it going on - whether you're listening to a Tibetan Tantric Choir in San Diego, comparing Picasso and Pollock in Orange County, seeing the latest Broadway play in Los Angeles, or celebrating the Chinese New Year in San Francisco.

Orange County offers:

• Many of the O.C.'s cultural and art festivals, including the Strawberry Festival and the Doheny Blues Festival.
• Orange County Museum of Art for a look at works from renowned artists such as Chuck Close.
• The Orange County Theater District for ballets, symphonies, plays, and other theatrical entertainment.

The Great Outdoors

Whether surfing or skiing, hang-gliding or hiking, camping or canoeing, Californians are known to take advantage of the beautiful weather by getting their gear and heading outdoors. With over 1.3 million acres of terrain that's suitable for a variety of outdoor activities, California has something to offer every outdoor enthusiast.

Orange County offers:

• One of Orange County's many beaches, from Corona del Mar to Laguna Beach.
• Casper's Wilderness Park, an 8,000 acre protected wildlife preserve for camping.
• Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park with 5-miles of hiker-friendly trails.