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The following studio/performance-oriented courses require the consent of the instructor for admission and may be repeated for additional credit.
Independent research or creative project under the guidance of a member of the Art faculty. Emphasis maybe in any of the disciplines with the department. May be repeated for credit. Requires the submission of a signed Independent Study form to register.
Credit Hours: 1-6
Prerequisites
Instructor and Chair signature.
This experiential-learning course involves placement in a professional arts setting (such as an advertising agency, magazine, museum, gallery, studio or other related enterprise) for hands-on work experience. May be repeated for additional credit for a maximum total of four (4) credits.
Credit Hours: 1-4
Prerequisites
Junior and senior art majors only, with consent of instructor.
This internship is designed to give students hands-on experience using art in a therapeutic capacity. Students may select from a number of agencies and work under the supervision of art therapists, artists in residence, art educators, child life specialists, activity therapists or counselors. May be repeated for credit.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites
Any two of the following courses:
ART 230,
ART 330,
ART 331,
ART 333. Juniors and seniors only, or permission of the instructor.
An inquiry-based studio course that is a continuation of ART 304: Experimental Drawing I; continued development and ambition for a deeper engagement with course concepts is expected.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
ART 304
This course explores art that has shaped the perception of contemporary art in a global world. We will examine the major themes of contemporary art focusing on a wide range of artworks that explore an even wider variety of materials, stylistic approaches, technologies, and theories; it will incorporate artists from all different parts of the world. This course requires a significant amount of writing, both formal and informal.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
Junior/Senior standing, or
ART 101, or
ART 357
This course trains students in advanced disciplinary perspectives and practices in art history. After an introduction to central disciplinary methodologies (such as Semiotics, Marxism, Feminism, race and gender, psychoanalysis, reception, and post-colonial theories), students explore the historiography of art historical thought as well as important contemporary debates. Regular writing instruction and practical exercises establish proficiency in multiple genres of scholarly writing and help prepare students for further advanced study or for their professional goals. This course requires a significant amount of reading and writing.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
One of the following:
ART 225,
ART 357, or
ART 423
As a continuation of Art 327, this course is to develop ideas and approaches to generate an individual photography portfolio exploring various lighting techniques.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
ART 327
As a continuation of Art 328, this course is for advanced exploration utilizing experimental photography techniques. Students refine skill sets and approaches for a unique photographic portfolio pursuing various experimental and alternative processes. Emphasis is on creation and presentation of a cohesive body of exhibition-quality work.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
ART 328
Advanced problem solving in visual communication. Explore complex image-making and interactive components. Current topics in cultural issues impacting graphic communication are explored. Laboratory fee required.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
ART 329
Students will participate in an intensive three-day workshop with an internationally renowned artist through our Visiting Artist Program. The practicum will provide an experience-based learning opportunity to enrich the student's artistic knowledge, process and growth as they work and collaborate with these professionals. May be repeated for credit.
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites
Any 100/200-level studio art course and permission of the Department Chair.
Students will work with faculty on their professional research and scholarship in a capacity that involves hands-on experience in research, pre-production, production, and post-production aspects of being an art professional. The practicum will provide an experience-based learning opportunity to enrich the student's knowledge, process and growth as they work and collaborate with these professionals. May be repeated for credit.
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites
Permission of the Department Chair.
Students will participate as an assistant during an intensive project with an internationally renowned artist through our Meridian Scholar 10-day residency program. The practicum will provide an experience-based learning opportunity to enrich the student's artistic knowledge, process and growth as they work and collaborate with these professionals. May be repeated for credit.
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites
Any 100/200-level studio art course and permission of the Department Chair.
This course will cover the advanced administrative responsibilities of collection management for museums and explore the ethical obligations that guide these collections duties and the associated care activities. The collection operations examined include: accession and de-accession, ownership and title, collection management policies and planning, risk assessment and mitigation and insurance, legal and ethical issues associated with copyright, repatriation, and provenance.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites
ART 245.
This studio/performance-oriented course explores issues concerning media and methods relevant to individually designated concepts in order to encourage students to develop their own vision and style. This course provides the time and focus to develop a significant and fully realized body of work while exploring the intellectual connections between work in the studio and readings, writings and discussions in contemporary art and culture. The objective is for students to develop, through research and practice, a personal vocabulary of imagery and ideas regarding painting. May be repeated for credit.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
Two of the following:
ART 201,
ART 251,
ART 252,
ART 350,
ART 351.
As a continuation of ART 361, this course continues exploration in methods of mold making practices casting and new technology and media. Advanced students are expected to continue their exploration into the processes and techniques of sculpture and enhancing their and body of work.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
ART 361
As a continuation ART 362, this course continues exploration in traditional sculptural practices and new technology and media with an emphasis on advanced techniques and processes in an effort to develop a body of three-dimensional artworks. The course will challenge students to set personal goals in terms of research and art production.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
ART 362
This course is the Senior Capstone experience in which students concentrate their focus and attention on producing a cohesive exhibition. Students will learn the proper techniques and procedures for researching, presenting and mounting an exhibition. This course prepares students to the professional role of museum / gallery curator. It develops skills in connecting art, artists, and communities, and in engaging audiences effectively by developing relevant, timely, and accessible exhibitions.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites
ART 244 and
ART 245 and one of the following: (
ART 266 or
ART 366)
Fabrication Design II is an advanced level course and a continuation of Art 371. In this course, emphasis is given to a deeper investigation of the materials and techniques in 2D, 3D modeling, and 3D rendering technologies, combined with rapid prototyping and fabrication methods that use state-of-the-art CNC-milling machines, 3D printers, and laser cutters. Students will explore and engage in more advanced techniques and processes in an effort to develop a body of work consistent with the growing demand in today's competitive professional and creative maker focused environment.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
ART 371
This is a dynamic studio and seminar forum that explores theoretical, social, technical, and contextual research and concerns within digital art practices. We will extend your knowledge from Digital Arts I and II by investigating various contemporary methodologies and technologies. Within this course, you will hone your body of work through conceptual development and critique. This course is designed to give students an interdisciplinary approach to emerging technologies in the arts and design disciplines.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
ART 375
Collaboration Studio is a unique experience that emphasizes collaborative and team-based making strategies. Many artists find their voice through cooperation and productive group problem solving across disciplinary lines. Collaboration Studio seeks to foster a spirit of discovery and open exploration as students and faculty work together in a wide range of studio experiences and create a synergistic group dynamic that will inform and advance the work of all participants. Collaboration Studio is not a traditional class; it is an experience. The project culminates in an Open House Exhibition. May be repeated for credit.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
ART 102,
ART 103,
ART 104,
ART 105,
ART 110, and
ART 298
This course will introduce students to professional and ethical issues in Art Therapy and will consider their particular interest in the field, with a focus on preparation for application to graduate programs and/or creative arts employment opportunities. Students will develop a portfolio of work that best demonstrates the student's proficiency with a variety of art materials and that demonstrates adequate technical skills and perceptual development. Students will create a research poster for their final exhibition and a joint exhibition in the community at a field placement site with their fellow students with marginalized populations. Portfolio includes a case study review.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites
ART 412
This course is the Senior Capstone experience in which students concentrate their focus and attention on producing a cohesive body of artwork specifically designed for inclusion in the Senior BFA Exhibition. This experience is offered in each studio area and counts toward the concentration. Students will learn the proper techniques and procedures for planning, presenting and mounting an organized body of work. Emphasis also is given to the development of an artist's statement and the proper techniques for photographic documentation. Students are encouraged to take an additional advanced level course in their area of concentration simultaneously.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
ART 299 BFA Proficient "B" and permission of instructor
Advanced problem solving in visual communication combining complex typography, image-making and integrated components. Topical issues impacting graphic communication will be researched and discussed.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites
ART 299 BFA Proficient "B" and
ART 329 and permission of the instructor.