Art and Design

The Bachelor of Arts in Art and Design degree provides students with a diverse program of coursework and emphasizes the conceptual and creative skills needed for today’s creative professionals. Our program teaches creativity, collaboration, scholarship and innovation. Graduates effectively apply these acquired skills in a diverse range of professional settings and post-graduate educational environments. 

The Art and Design program places students in the center of the creative process and practice to solve problems, communicate ideas, and enhance the human experience. In a liberal arts setting, art and design allows for interdisciplinary studies that encourage students to approach creative challenges with broad critical thinking and a variety of cultural, social, and intellectual influences. 

Minor

Over the course of 16 units (four classes), you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental integration of art and design with your primary area of interest. This curriculum also explores the multifaceted role of art and design in various aspects of employment and lifelong learning. You will acquire practical skills such as drawing, photography, video, graphic design, sculpture, and 2D and 3D design. Additionally, you will develop conceptual skills, including group projects, conceptual and iterative planning, and the ability to think creatively and outside the conventional boundaries.

Career Paths

Students who complete an Art and Design minor are able to apply their skills to fields such as illustration, graphic design, web design, digital media, marketing, education, arts administration, museum studies.
 

Degrees Offered

BA, Minor

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Admissions and Aid

A degree from a top-ranked, private University like »¨¶ùÖ±²¥ is deliberately affordable and accessible! More than 99 percent of our first-year incoming students receive significant financial aid through merit- and need-based scholarships as well as state and federal aid. Additionally, for most students, there is no application fee, and we don't ask for test scores. Get in touch with a counselor to learn more about your path to an exceptional college experience at »¨¶ùÖ±²¥!

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Faculty and Staff

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Steven Polacco, MFA

Associate Professor Chair of Art and Communication Media Studies
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Leslie Ross, PhD

Professor and Chair of Art History and Visual Studies
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Lynn Sondag

Professor of Art Honors Program Director
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Natalie Babler

Administrative Manager
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Liz Steketee

Adjunct Associate Professor
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Aakash Sudhakar

Adjunct Assistant Professor
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