Arts Administration

AR324. Typography (3)

This course is an investigation of typography's unique ability to be informative, expressive, and experimental for the student designer. Hands-on projects, using the computer as a design tool, include typesetting, designing with type, and creating special effects. Students will gain an understanding of the historical significance of typography and its role in human written communication. They will also learn generally accepted rules and guidelines used by professional typographers and designers as applied to publication within all media.

AR325. Branding & Package Design (3)

This upper level design course will familiarize the student with problems and solutions encountered in daily work situations specifically focusing on branding methodology, packaging design and production of 3D projects. Students develop packaging from initial concept to production and presentation of 3D designs. Typography, photography and illustration are integrated into complete packaging designs. Various substrates, materials, methods, as well as practical production considerations are explored in this course. Students will have the opportunity to interact with real clients and learn professional skills related to the design profession.

AR327. Computer Art and Design: Creative Concepts (3)

Advanced instruction and assigned studio work in a broad range of design and multimedia applications. Topics covered could include but not limited to; information design, animation, technical digital illustration, interactive design, user centered design, 3D modeling, package design, digital publishing, and/or other new topics demanded by industry developments. The culmination of the student’s learning will be demonstrated in an independent research project that blends personal expression with design practice.

AR 231,331, 431. Ceramics (3)

A series of courses (beginning through advanced) offering investigation into historical to contemporary issues in ceramic art. Emphasis on the development of the skills and knowledge necessary to form a personal approach to expression through the medium of clay. Topics include: hand building, wheel throwing, mold making, casting and combined techniques for the creation of functional and sculptural form. Continued emphasis will be placed on surface design for low and high fire applications.

AR360. Topics in Art History (3)

This course focuses on a particular period or theme in Art History.

AR370, 470. Art Internship (1-3)

The Internship Program offers students the opportunity to practice skills and to apply theories learned in the classroom and to enhance professional development beyond the regular instruction in their major fields of study.

AR380. Advanced Studio Practicum (1-3)

This course focuses on one of the following studio areas: Graphic Design, Painting, Printmaking, Figure Drawing, Photography, Ceramics, or Sculpture.

AR381. Advanced Studio Practicum/Capstone (1-3)

The studio capstone focuses on preparing art majors for life after graduation through forums, peer-to-peer critiques, and writing assignments such as personal artist statements. The capstone also prepares those students interested in pursuing graduate school in the visual arts in that they prepare portfolios and do research on which graduate programs might best fit their future career goals.

AR390. Blue Connection (3)

Students enrolled in AR390 are the Gallery Team of Blue Connection, Millikin’s student-run retail art gallery. The Gallery Team meets weekly to establish goals for management, inventory, marketing, collaboration and finance. They set timelines and execute plans in addition to presenting reports to faculty and advisory boards. Emphasis is placed on strategic planning, opportunity recognition, and ownership. This course also serves as the BA capstone for the art department.

AR400. Art Therapy Seminar (3)

A survey of the theories, techniques and applications of art therapy. Emphasis will be on evaluation and assessment procedures, experimental examinations and client-therapist relations. Through discussion, personal exploration, lecture and presentation, the student will gain experience in fundamentals of the therapeutic relationship, group dynamics and the use of art as therapy.

AR411. Secondary Art for Teachers (2)

Emphasis on planning, presentation, organization and techniques for secondary teachers. Attention given to different art media used in the middle and high schools. Art majors working toward a specialist certificate are required to take this course.

AR425. Design Showcase (3)

In this capstone class, students will engage in extensive research to complete a comprehensive capstone design project. Each capstone project will be unique to each students’ focus/direction and may reflect on previous projects. Process and in-progress development will be shared via class presentations and a final endof-year formal presentation is required at the Design Showcase.

Major in Arts Administration

Arts Administration prepares students to navigate the complex landscape within which arts organizations exist. Students will build skills in business while also engaging in art itself. Students will choose a focus area among the following: Art, Arts Technology, Dance, Music, or Theatre. Performance learning opportunities exist throughout the curriculum and students have the opportunity to practice their craft in a student-run arts venture.

A degree in Arts Administration will prepare students to work in a variety of arts and arts-related fields. Potential careers include: Artistic Director, Managing Director, Founder, Executive Director, Development, Grant Writer, Producer, Marketing Director, Production Manager, Tour Manager, Company Manager, Teaching Artist, Artistic Associate, General Manager, Casting Director, Director of Education, Media Relations, Communications Manager, Director of Patron Relations, Ticket Services, Account Director.

Arts Administration Learning Goals Students will:

1. Create strategy for the arts, artists, or arts organizations. 2. Achieve positive impact on the arts, artists, or arts organizations. 3. Build audiences for the arts, artists, or arts organizations.

Requirements for the Arts Administration Major

In addition to the University Studies requirements for either a B.A. or B.S. degree, students will complete 36-42 semester hours in the Major Core, 12-16 semester hours in a chosen concentration.

Arts Administration Core:

AD323. Arts Management (3) ET340. Foundations of Entrepreneurship (3) MC312. Legal Issues in the Arts (3) or BU 260 Business Law (3) ET235. Customer Discovery (3) or MK 363 Brand Loyalty through Digital Media (3) 3 semesters in an arts-based student venture OR 2 semesters in venture and 1 semester AD 470 Arts Administration Internship (3-9)

Choose 6 credits from the Following: CO/BU. 230. Business Conversations (3) CO251. Introduction to Public Relations (3) CO310 Small Group Communication (3) CO332. Gender Communication (3) CO341. Organizational Communication (3) CO343. Communication and Conflict (3) CO432. Intercultural Communication (3)

AD360. Topics in Arts Administration (3) or additional 3 credits listed above or course by approval

Business Core:

MK200. Principles of Marketing (3) or IS 240. Foundations of Information Systems (3) AC230. Introduction to Financial Statements (3) or ET 230 Financial Decision Making (3) EC100. Macroeconomics (3) or EC. 110 Microeconomics (3) or EC. 120 Principles of Economics (3)

Art Concentration (15 credits)

AR101. Discourses in Media & Design (3) AR236. Beginning Digital Photography (3)

Choose 3 credits:

AR105. 2D Design (3)

AR106. 3D Design (3)

Choose 3 credits:

AR320. Aesthetics in Art & Antiques (3)

Art History Course (3) (AR301, AR302, AR303, AR304, AR305) or other course approved as Art History)

Perkinson Gallery Internship (3)

Arts Technology Concentration (16 credits)

AT110. Intro Digital Media (3) AR101. Discourses in Media & Design (3) AT151. Arts Tech Essentials I (2) AT153. Arts Tech Essentials II (2)

6 credits 300 level or above AT electives

Dance Concentration (12-14 credits)

Choose 1 class in 2 areas: A100. Jazz Dance (1) DA102. Tap (1) DA107. Ballet Technique (1-2) DA105. Modern Dance (1) DA110. Dance Appreciation (3)

Choose 3 credits: TH102. Intro to Tech (3) TH135. Elements and Principles of Design (3) TH151. Fundamentals of Lighting (3) TH152. Costume Construction (3) TH154. Drafting (3)

4 additional dance credits

Music Concentration (15 credits)

MT100. Music Fundamentals (3) MH100. Understanding Classical Music (3) MC101. Intro to Music Industry (3)

6 additional Music credits

Theatre Concentration (15 credits)

TH 131. Play Analysis (3) TH 141. Acting 1 (3)

Choose 3 credits: TH102. Intro to Tech (3) TH135. Elements and Principles of Design (3) TH151. Fundamentals of Lighting (3) TH152. Costume Construction (3) TH154. Drafting (3)

6 credits 300 level or above Theatre electives

Major in Arts Administration + Master in Business Administration (MBA)

Students engaged in the 3+1 Arts Administration BA/BS and MBA program prepares students to navigate the complex landscape within which arts organizations exist. Students will build skills in business while also engaging in art itself. Students will choose a focus area within Theatre, Art, Music, Arts Technology, or Dance. Performance learning opportunities exist throughout the curriculum and students have the opportunity to practice their craft in a student-run arts venture. The program culminates with a cohorted MBA program which allows students a competitive advantage in today’s business economy with curriculum that focuses on three main pillars of excellence: accounting & finance, marketing & strategy, and management & leadership. A student enrolled in this program will earn two degrees in four years. The BA/BS degree is completed in a high-caliber, accelerated 3-year schedule, with the MBA completed in year 4.

Arts Administration Learning Goals Students will:

1. Create strategy for the arts, artists, or arts organizations. 2. Achieve positive impact on the arts, artists, or arts organizations. 3. Build audiences for the arts, artists, or arts organizations.

Masters in Business Administration Learning Goals Students will:

1. Demonstrate mastery of foundational business disciplines in order to apply sound business theory and concepts to diverse business matters in a global environment. 2. Formulate and validate effective professional communication strategies which prioritize and integrate the best practices of central messaging, language application, and delivery in a variety of business situations. 3. Validate professional business planning and organizational skills in the principled acquisition of data and professional analyses. 4. Validate professional business planning and organizational skills by using integrative and adaptive approaches in the implementation, performance, and evaluative processes. 5. Embody the role of an ethical leader who constructs a principled and successful team environment which is conducive of and committed to the foundational interrelationships of people, profit, and planet.

Students wishing to earn a BA or BS in Arts Administration and an MBA in 4 years must meet the requirements for the Arts Administration major and complete one of the Arts Administration concentrations listed previously and also the requirements for the fast-track MBA program. The fast-track MBA application details and required courses are available in the graduate bulletin within the Tabor School of Business section. To complete both degrees within four years students must begin the Arts Administration 3 + 1 MBA track during their first year.

Arts Administration Courses (AD) (Credits)

AD323. Arts Management (3)

Through the continued practice of collaboration, analysis, and professionalism, students will understand the basics of the wide range of types of arts organizations and the process of staffing, budgeting, marketing, development and season planning. As an ongoing project, students will apply what they read, learn, and practice toward their entrepreneurial creation of a hypothetical arts based business.

AD360. Topics in Arts Administration (3)

This course is designed to explore advanced topics in Arts Administration. Topics could include Fundraising, Grant Writing, Policy, Customer Development in the Arts, etc.

AD470. Arts Administration Internship (1)

This course provides students an opportunity to practice skills learned in a professional environment.