Fine and Performing Arts Honors Studies Minor
Program Overview
The Fine and Performing Arts Honors Studies minor at East Tennessee State University equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the arts, fostering their artistic identities and career aspirations. Through interdisciplinary coursework, students develop critical thinking, artistic proficiency, and an appreciation for the historical and contemporary impact of the arts. The program prepares graduates for diverse careers in the arts, including artist, art educator, and arts administrator.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Fine and Performing Arts Honors Studies minor is designed exclusively for students admitted to the Fine & Performing Arts Scholars program within the Honors College at East Tennessee State University. The program's primary objective is to equip students with the mindset, knowledge, and skills necessary to foster their relationship with the arts within an interdisciplinary framework. By emphasizing the enhancement of artistic productivity, professional practices, and an appreciation for the historical and contemporary impact of the arts on local, national, and international communities, the minor aims to nurture students' artistic identities and career aspirations.
Objectives:
- Cultivate a critical engagement with various artistic practices and methodologies.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the history of the arts across disciplines.
- Explore the role of the arts in social innovation and social entrepreneurship.
- Provide opportunities for students to refine their artistic identities and career goals.
Program Description:
The Fine and Performing Arts Honors Studies minor comprises 19 credit hours, with a minimum of 9 credits at the 3000-level or above. The program's curriculum emphasizes both core requirements and advisor-approved electives, fostering a well-rounded and personalized learning experience.
Outline:
Core Requirements (13 credits):
- CHNG 1008 - Place as Text: From Exploration to Impact (3 credits)
- UHON 1218 - Honors Artistic Vision I (3 credits)
- UHON 2218 - Honors Artistic Vision II (3 credits)
- UHON 3018 - Honors Interdisciplinary Artistry (2 credits) (taken twice for a total of 4 credits)
Advisor-Approved Electives (6 credits):
- UHON 3908 - Honors Internship (1-4 credits)
- UHON 4808 - Honors Study Abroad (1-6 credits)
- PHIL 4157 - Philosophy of Art (3 credits)
- PHIL 4167 - Aesthetic Theory and Criticism (3 credits)
- ARTA 4018 - Honors Thesis (3-6 credits)
- ARTH 4018 - Honors Thesis (3-6 credits)
- BLUE 4018 - Honors Thesis (3-6 credits)
- DIGM 4018 - Senior Honors Thesis (3-6 credits)
- ENGL 4018 - Honors Thesis (1-6 credits)
- INTD 4018 - Honors Thesis (3-6 credits)
- MUSC 4018 - Honors Thesis (3-6 credits)
- RTVF 4018 - Honors Thesis (3 credits)
- THEA 4018 - Honors Thesis (3-6 credits)
- Upper Division Honors Section (-088) Courses (3-6 credits)
- 3000 or 4000 level (-088 section) courses, including Internship, Study Abroad, History, Theory or Capstone Course, with Fine & Performing Arts Scholars Director’s Approval.
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
The program's assessment methods may include a combination of the following:
- Coursework evaluations (e.g., essays, projects, presentations)
- Participation in class discussions and activities
- Quizzes and exams
- Comprehensive final project or thesis
Assessment Criteria:
The program's assessment criteria may include an evaluation of students' abilities in the following areas:
- Critical thinking and analysis
- Written and oral communication
- Artistic proficiency
- Understanding of the history and theory of the arts
- Collaboration and teamwork
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles and promote active engagement. These methods may include:
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Workshops
- Studio practice
- Field trips
- Guest lectures
Faculty:
The program is led by a team of experienced and dedicated faculty members who are passionate about the arts and committed to student success. The faculty includes:
- Dr. Scott Contreras-Koterbay, Director
- [Additional faculty names and profiles may be available on the program's website]
Unique Approaches:
The program adopts a unique interdisciplinary approach that encourages students to explore the connections between different art forms and disciplines. This approach fosters a comprehensive understanding of the arts and their multifaceted impact on society.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
The program prepares students for a wide range of careers in the arts, including:
- Artist
- Art educator
- Arts administrator
- Curator
- Critic
- Designer
- Filmmaker
- Musician
- Performer
- Photographer
- Writer
Opportunities and Outcomes:
Graduates of the program are well-prepared to pursue advanced degrees in the arts, enter the professional arts workforce, and make significant contributions to their communities through their artistic endeavors.
