FINE ART AND ART HISTORY
2022-2023 A minimum grade of C- is required in all courses counted toward the completion of major and elective studies for this degree.
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Note: The student must purchase all personal and expendable art material.
Note: The student must purchase all personal and expendable art material.
Photography and Video Art Concentration 1. FNAR 117, 118, 121, 128, 201 or 202; 2. Sophomore Portfolio Review; 3. Select a minimum of six courses (18 credit hours) from FNAR 205, 227, 327, 331, 333, 395, 401, 402, 491, 495; 4. Select two (6 credit hours) of 300- or 400-level art history courses; 5. FNAR 371 or 377 6. FNAR 388 (3 credit hours); 7. FNAR 488 (3 credit hours)
Minor in Photography and Video Art (18 credit hours) A minor in photography and video art provides students with the opportunity to critically evaluate photography and video art, both conceptually and technically, using principles of photographic and visual theory. By creating unique works of art that have both creative purpose and conceptual intent, students will learn highly desirable technical skills in an increasingly digital imagery based culture, as a complement to their major area of study. The minor in photography and video art requires successful completion of the following courses with a minimum grade of C- or higher:
A minimum grade of C- is required in all courses counted toward the completion of major and elective studies for this degree. Note: The student must purchase all personal and expendable art material. Graduation Requirements In order to graduate with a major in art, the student must have successfully completed all requirements listed for the major with a grade a C- or higher, and the liberal learning curriculum. In addition, during the senior year, students must successfully complete the requirement for the departmental senior seminar (FNAR 488 or 490) in the studio art or art history major. Students majoring in studio art must submit an annual portfolio of work and exhibit in the Senior Art Exhibition. Participation in the interactive gallery critique is also required. Students majoring in art history must submit a research paper demonstrating original work and participate in an oral defense. All graduating seniors are required to take the departmental exit exam and participate in an exit interview. Minor in Art History (18 credit hours) 1. FNAR 201 and 202, unless the student has permission for an exemption; 2. One studio art course (3 credit hours) ; 3. Three courses (9 credit hours) in art history electives. Minor in Graphic Design (18 credit hours) A minor in graphic design provides students with the opportunity to develop highly desirable technical skills, competency in design aesthetics and concepts, and acts as a complement to their major area of study. Beyond learning technical skills, the curriculum asks students to critically evaluate the way in which graphic design shapes our contemporary culture and converses with historical and contemporary practices in fine art and design. The minor in graphic design requires the successful completion of the following courses with a minimum grade of C- or higher:
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FNAR 118, 128, 334, 335, 336; Select one course (3 credit hours): FNAR 205, 252, or 491.
FNAR 227 and 205; Select four courses (12 credit hours): FNAR 327, 331, 333 or 491. Each course is repeatable for up to 6 credit hours.
Note: The student must purchase all personal and expendable art material. Minor in Studio Art (24 credit hours) 1. FNAR 117, 118, 201, 202; 2. One studio art course (3 credit hours) at or above the 200-level; 3. Select two (6 credit hours) studio art courses at or above the 300-level; 4. One art history course (3 credit hours) at or above the 300-level; Note: The student must purchase all personal and expendable art material. Teacher Preparation in Visual Arts Those students who wish to become teachers should apply to the five-year Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) program. Application to the program must be made in spring of the junior year. See the Graduate Catalog for application instructions and requirements. Students will earn a B.A. in fine and performing arts after the first four years and then complete an additional year of study leading to an M.A.T. degree. Students majoring in art can prepare to teach elementary school, pre-kindergarten through grade six, all core subjects, or elementary through secondary school, grades pre-kindergarten through 12, in the content area of art. The courses and degree requirements for the M.A.T. are found in the Graduate Catalog. Students accepted into this program must complete one of the following tracks for graduation along with the bachelor’s degree:
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