Art/Visual Arts
Arts and Humanities

The offerings in art strive to cultivate an understanding of the fine arts as an important factor in a liberal education and to provide experience in the theory, practice and history of the arts which will prepare the student for teaching or further professional study. Art majors must participate in a senior exhibition as a capstone experience.

Major in Art/Visual Arts

The Art major requires 45 semester hours, including:
AR 111 Color and Design I
AR 112 Color and Design II
AR 221 Drawing
AR 222 Introduction to Painting
AR 233 Ceramics
AR 237 Art History I
AR 238 Art History II
AR 240 Life Drawing
AR 332 Sculpture
AR 373 History of American Art
Plus 15 hours of Art electives.

The Art minor requires 18 hours and may be arranged in consultation with the art faculty and the Registrar.

Associate of Art requirements:
AR 111 Color and Design I
AR 112 Color and Design II
AR 221 Drawing
AR 222 Introduction to Painting
AR 233 Ceramics
AR 240 Life Drawing
AR 332 Sculpture
any Art History course;
Plus 15 hours of Art electives

Visual Arts Education
Special certification in Visual Arts Education, Pre-K to 12, is available. Visit the website to review requirements for this certification.