Fine Arts and Dance

The fine arts program introduces students to a complex and important area of human culture. In art history courses, they learn to evaluate works aesthetically and to comprehend and recognize influences of contributing forces (physical, political, intellectual and spiritual) on artists and the viewing public. In graphic design and visual arts courses, the creative experience is emphasized along with concerns of artistic activity.

Majors are offered in graphic design or studio art (with concentrations in drawing/painting, photography or printmaking).  Minors are offered in the area of studio art, art history, dance and archaeology. All students should plan their program of study in consultation with the fine arts academic advisor. Courses include field trips to museums and galleries in nearby cities.

Internships are encouraged for all students in the major (required for graphic design) or minor, especially those planning careers in museums, galleries, educational or cultural institutions, commercial art or arts administration. The program benefits from several campus resources, including the Bogigian Art Gallery and the Barron Blewett Hunnicutt Classics Gallery. An artist-in-residence program helps to expose students to visual and performing artists. These resources are described under the section on academic resources.