Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in Art program offers a comprehensive exploration of Studio Art and Art History within a liberal arts context. Students develop a visual and verbal vocabulary for creating, analyzing, and discussing artwork, while fostering creative problem-solving and critical thinking abilities through studio art electives and foundation courses. The program prepares graduates for careers in arts-related problem-solving environments and graduate studies in interdisciplinary art fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Program Name:
Bachelor of Arts in Art
Overview:
The Bachelor of Arts in Art provides students with a comprehensive exploration of Studio Art and Art History within a diverse liberal arts context. The program offers a solid foundation in Art History and Studio practices through foundation courses, while studio art electives allow for in-depth exploration in various media.
Objectives:
- Develop a comprehensive visual and verbal vocabulary to create, analyze, and discuss artwork.
- Foster creative problem-solving and critical thinking abilities through the exploration of chosen areas of concentration.
Outline:
Foundations (21 hours):
- AD 121: Two-Dimensional Design
- AD 122: Three-Dimensional Design
- AD 123: Foundations Drawing I
- AD 126: Foundations Drawing II
- AD 127: Foundations Digital Media
- AD 300W: Studio Concepts (GEWI)
- ARTH 165: Introduction to Contemporary Art (GEUS)
Restricted Electives (27 hours):
- Art History: Choose two courses from the following:
- ARTH 161: Survey of Non-Western Art (GEGA or GEKA)
- ARTH 162: Survey of Western Art I (GEKA)
- ARTH 263: Survey of Western Art II
- ARTH 264: Modern Art (GEKA)
- ARTH 474: History of Graphic Design
- Studio Art Courses: Select three courses from any of the following prefixes:
- 2D Media (AD2D)
- 3D Media (AD3D)
- Graphic Design (ADGD)
- Photography/New Media (ADPM)
Careers:
Career Paths:
- Arts-related problem-solving environments
- Graduate studies in interdisciplinary art fields (e.g., art therapy, marketing)
Opportunities:
- Numerous merit-based scholarships in art
- Opportunities to work in studios and galleries
- Summer courses at the Jean Noble Parsons Center for the Study of Art and Science
- Engagement with contemporary artworks and artists through three on-campus galleries
