Education Management LLC (EDMC) today announces the addition of The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham to its Art Institutes system of schools. With its first day of classes planned for August 21, 2008, The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham, a branch of The Art Institute of Charlotte, will occupy approximately 34,000 square feet at 410 Blackwell Street, located in Durham’s historic American Tobacco District. The school will begin enrolling students immediately. “The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham will offer curricula that complement the demand for arts education in North Carolina’s Research Triangle,” says John Mazzoni, president of The Art Institutes. “We are confident that the school will provide students with an inspiring learning environment, preparing them well for their chosen creative arts careers in culinary, fashion, media arts, and design.” Initially, The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham will offer bachelor’s degree programs in Culinary Arts Management, Fashion Marketing & Management, Graphic Design, Interior Design, and Web Design & Interactive Media; and associate’s degree programs in Culinary Arts, Fashion Marketing, Graphic Design, and Web Design & Interactive Media. “I am excited about the opportunity for The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham to provide a career focused, market driven education to the residents of the Triangle and surrounding communities,” said Michael DePrisco, newly appointed president of The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham. “We look forward to working with the many fine businesses and community agencies in the region to help meet their employment needs.” For information on classes at The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham, call (888) 245-9593 or visit the school’s website at www.artinstitutes.edu/raleigh-durham. ### The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham is a branch campus of The Art Institute of Charlotte and is licensed to award Associate and Bachelor degrees by the Board of Governors of the University of North Carolina. About The Art Institutes

[Los Angeles, July 1, 2008] – California Design College has been renamed The Art Institute of California – Hollywood. “With plans to grow significantly in the coming years, The Art Institute of California – Hollywood seeks to prepare students to become art and design professionals in the entertainment and related fields.” says President, Gregory J. Marick. “The connection to Hollywood transcends geographic boundaries and captures the spirit of an industry which was born here but swelled into a world-wide ‘mega-industry.’ Our new name reflects this scope and the niche we expect to serve.” Many programs offered by The Art Institute of California - Hollywood are geared toward the entertainment industry including Visual Effects & Motion Graphics, Set & Exhibit Design and Fashion Design classes focused on costuming. With specialized focus in media arts, design, and fashion fields, the school is positioned to serve the entertainment industry. Kate Guerrero, Director of Career Services, believes that “The Art Institute of California – Hollywood brand will benefit both students and potential employers. This powerful name connects us to our system of schools as well as to a location synonymous with entertainment.” Graduates from The Art Institute of California – Hollywood have found numerous professional opportunities awaiting them after graduation. The school’s future is best represented by many past graduates. Ariela Hayes (Digital Apparel Associate of Science, 2003 graduate), currently a fashion design product developer in downtown Los Angeles, stated , “The new name provides more recognition in the creative atmosphere surrounding Hollywood. I am happy to see how the product and design of students continually improves.” Hayes continues to be involved with students at The Art Institute of California – Hollywood, serving as judge at the 2008 student fashion show and on a professional advisory committee for fashion design. To learn more about The Art Institute of California – Hollywood, visit www.artinstitutes.edu/hollywood. ### Originally founded in 1991, California Design School was started as a leading-edge computer-aided fashion design school. In 2002, Education Management Corporation acquired California Design College and introduced several new programs including Graphic Design, Interior Design, Set & Exhibit Design, Visual Effects & Motion Graphics, and Web Design & Interactive Media. The Art Institute of California - Hollywood is one of The Art Institutes (www.artinstitutes.edu), a system of over 40 education institutions located throughout North America, providing an important source of design, media arts, fashion and culinary arts professionals.

(KANSAS CITY – June 25, 2008) Education Management LLC (EDMC) today announces the addition of The Art Institutes International – Kansas City to its Art Institutes system of schools. The school will be the first location of The Art Institutes in the state of Kansas. With its first day of classes planned for August 21, 2008, The Art Institutes International – Kansas City, a branch of The Art Institute of Phoenix, will occupy approximately 32,000 square feet at 8208 Melrose Drive in Overland Park, Kansas. The school will begin enrolling students immediately. “Kansas City is a natural market for The Art Institutes,” said John Mazzoni, president of The Art Institutes. “Our new location in Kansas will be a destination for residents in the Midwest to receive a quality education in culinary, design, and media arts, and we are looking forward to being an important partner in its educational community.” Initially, The Art Institutes International – Kansas City will offer bachelor’s degree programs in Advertising, Culinary Arts, Digital Filmmaking & Video Production, Fashion Marketing, Graphic Design, Interior Design, and Web Design & Interactive Media; and associate’s degree programs in Culinary Arts and Graphic Design. "I am looking forward to growing our institution in the Kansas City area, to serve a broad audience of students and employers through our programs in the creative arts,” said Susanne Behrens, newly appointed president of The Art Institutes International – Kansas City. For information on classes at The Art Institutes International – Kansas City, call (866) 530-8508 or visit the school’s website at www.artinstitutes.edu/kansascity. ### The Art Institutes International – Kansas City is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. The Kansas Board of Regents has approved The Art Institutes International – Kansas City to operate in the State of Kansas. http://www.artinstitutes.edu/NewsMediaRelations/PressKit.aspx

[PITTSBURGH, May 28, 2008] Eighteen-year-old Tess Brownson of Golden, CO, created a winning poster design integrating the theme for The Art Institutes and Americans for the Arts Poster Design Competition, "Life is Better with Art in It" and adding a twist with the phrase, "so step out of the Ordinary!" Her illustration featured a pair of colorful sneakers walking on a sidewalk making it come alive with art from a plain black and white background. Sponsored by The Art Institutes and Americans for the Arts, the Poster Design Competition was created to recognize, encourage and reward artistic talent at the high school level. High school seniors with an interest in graphic design were eligible to enter the competition to express their visual interpretation of why "Life is Better With Art in It." In addition to being awarded the grand prize of a $25,000 tuition scholarship to study at The Art Institute of Colorado, Tess will attend a Congressional Reception on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. with representatives from The Art Institutes, Americans for the Arts and invited members of Congress, honoring the work of the local winners in the competition. Tess is excited to have the opportunity to study at The Art Institute of Colorado, and follow in the footsteps of her father, Matt, who graduated from The Art Institute of Colorado in 1990. "I was so excited that my piece was chosen. I spent a lot of time working on my entry and was happy to know that my hard work was rewarded." "It is always a thrill for us to see what incredible artistic talent is out there among high school students. Not only can they create amazing artwork, but they have a point of view and a perspective that is mature and thoughtful," said John Mazzoni, President of The Art Institutes. Robert L. Lynch, President and Chief Executive Officer of Americans for the Arts, said, "We are pleased to support the exceptional work of these students. From the studio to the classroom to the conference room, these emerging artists are at the forefront of exhibiting creativity and innovation in the nation's workforce." The competition, which began in February, took place in two stages - locally and nationally. Students submitted their entries to a participating Art Institute location, where local competitions were held by March 2008 and a local winner from each participating Art Institute location was selected. These first place local winners' entries were placed into consideration for national judging. A panel of graphic design professionals visited The Art Institutes' Web site (www.artinstitutes.edu/posterdesign) and scored the 37 entries on a 100 point-value system. Approximately $100,000 in tuition scholarships to The Art Institutes was awarded to the top 12 students in the competition. The designs of the top twelve winners work in the national competition will be featured in a calendar, to be distributed to high schools across North America. In addition, The Art Institutes created an online gallery of all scholarship winning artwork on its Web site at: www.artinstitutes.edu/posterdesign. For more information on The Art Institutes and Americans for the Arts Poster Design Competition, visit www.artinstitutes.edu/poster. About The Art Institutes About Americans for the Arts Americans for the Arts is the leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts in America. With offices in Washington, DC, and New York City, it has a record of 48 years of service. Americans for the Arts is dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate in and appreciate all forms of the arts. Additional information is available at www.AmericansForTheArts.org.

[PITTSBURGH, JANUARY 30, 2008] – High school students interested in a graphic design career will have a unique opportunity to exercise their artistic talents by entering The Art Institutes and Americans for the Arts Poster Design Competition 2008. The deadline to enter the competition is February 8, 2008. Students will be asked to create original poster artwork that expresses the slogan, “Life is Better With Art In It.” Approximately $100,000 in tuition scholarships to The Art Institutes schools will be awarded, with the first place prize-winning student receiving a $25,000 tuition scholarship to study at one of the more than 35 participating Art Institutes locations throughout the U.S. and in Canada. The competition is open to graduating high school seniors in the U.S. and Canada interested in pursuing a career in graphic design. Students must submit an original poster design, a current high school transcript and a statement describing their design process and why they wish to enter the graphic design field. The competition takes place in two stages: A local competition will be held at all participating Art Institutes locations in the U.S. and Canada in March 2008. The first place winner from the local competition will have his or her entry placed into consideration for the final stage and national judging, which takes place in May 2008. "We’re pleased to be collaborating with Americans for the Arts because we believe, as educators, this is a critical time to support and strengthen the universal role that the arts play in our lives,” says John Mazzoni, President of The Art Institutes. According to Robert L. Lynch, president and CEO of Americans for the Arts, “We want young people to remember that art is a valuable communication tool, one that will assist us in developing a bright future for everyone. We are proud to support the next generation of creative leaders.” For information on how to enter the Poster Design Competition, visit the Poster Design Competition page. ### Americans for the Arts is the leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts in America. With offices in Washington, D.C., and New York City, and 48 years of service, Americans for the Arts is dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate in and appreciate all forms of the arts. Additional information is available at www.AmericansForTheArts.org. About The Art Institutes