Courses

Advanced seminar examines the representation of the artist in non-fiction, fiction, and biographical film as a cultural construct, explores the frequent male gendering of genius, and probes the complex links among “the artist” and madness, addiction, sexuality, and creativity. May be taught concurrently with ARTH 6100.

The proposed course examines the way in which visual artists have been (and currently are) depicted in film and fiction. The course will examine a wide range of material beginning with early films and 18th and 19th century stories and books.

The interrelationship of art, architecture, place, and culture with emphasis on the art of architecture from a global multicultural perspective. Illustrated lecture, readings, and essays.

Introduces students to the art of nursing and the holistic care of individuals and populations in a globally diverse society. Open to all majors.

This study abroad course features studio projects tailored for students from diverse design disciplines, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and global design exploration. Through immersive, hands-on learning in historically and architecturally significant locations, students will deepen their understanding of the influences of global design, cultural contexts, and historical origins, enhancing their ability to approach design from a broader, international perspective.

This course focuses on the historical development of art exhibitions and curatorial practices from the 18th century to the present. Students will analyze how exhibitions have shaped art history and public engagement, focusing on the display of works of art in museums, galleries, and alternative spaces. Topics include the rise of the museum, 19th-century salons, avant-garde exhibitions, biennials, and contemporary curatorial strategies.

This course will examine the varied traditions and genres of art and architecture produced in China during its important imperial era from the Tang to Qing dynasties (7th century to late 19th century). Writing proficiency within this discipline is required for a passing grade in this course. A student who does not write with the skill normally required of an upper-division student will not earn a passing grade, no matter how well the student performs in other areas of the course.

This course is designed to provide knowledge for skill development in interviewing diverse populations and recording their responses. Interviewing and recording techniques appropriate to a variety of problem issues, populations, and social settings will be utilized, assessed, and refined.

Introduction to techniques and art of accompaniment through intensive study of selected examples of vocal and instrumental literature. Emphasis on the skills of sight-reading.

Letterpress and Printing and Book Arts will continue with advanced problems where Print-making Survey (ART 3801) ended. The utilization of moveable type (typesetting) will compare aesthetics, history and vocabulary with those of current computer-based typesetting. Letter press will explore fine letterpress printing and expressive typography while learning to operate the Vandercook SP20 Test Press.