Department: Fine and Applied Arts

Code Name Description
AC1600 Illustrator/Photoshop Basics Introductory, accelerated course that teaches the fundamentals of Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, industry standard software used for the development of bitmap imagery and vector graphics. The first half of the course introduces Adobe Illustra...
AC2072 Digital Art Explores how the computer can be used as a tool to make art. Through class projects, students will create both images that are generated entirely on a computer and images made by integrating traditional art making techniques with digital components....
AC2738 Digital Imaging:PHOTOSHOP I An introduction to state-of-the-art computer imaging technology. Explores the role of the computer in expanding photographic vision and expression. Students will provide their own photographs for digital transfer and reconstruction in Adobe Photosh...
AC2760 Computer Graphics: ILLUSTRATOR Application of the principles of art and design by means of state-of-the-art computer applications for making and editing images using Adobe Illustrator. A final portfolio is required. Concurrent or prior registration in VA 1770 is strongly recommen...
AC2762 Business Graphics No Description Set
AC2763 Presentation Graphics:POWERPT Presentations that are polished and persuasive have become more standard to business practice.Microsoft Powerpoint(TM) provides the tools for creating slides, handouts, speaker's notes, and outlines. Using features of this application, students lear...
AC2765 Desktop Publishing:PAGEMAKER Sharing ideas in printed form is cnetral to organizational communication. This course focuses on state-of-the-art page layout computer application, Adobe PageMaker, that empowers the student to author, design, edit, image, and produce effective prin...
AC2766 Desktop Publishing:QUARKXPRESS This course empowers the student to author, design, edit, image and produce effective print media that is key to successful communication, utilizing the page layout application QuarkXPress (TM).Prerequisite: Any 3-credit AC course.
AC2769 Desktop Publishing: InDesign Understanding the principles of layout is essential to creating good design, in both electronic and print media. In this course, students will learn how to create effective, dynamic visual communication by using Adobe InDesign, the industry-standard...
AC2797 Digital Photography Combining traditional techniques and contemporary digital technology, this course will seek to realize new aesthetic possibilities in photography. Students will photograph assignments designed for manipulation and enhancement in the digital darkroom...
AC3740 Elements of Dynamic Media Intermediate graphic design course involving the development of strong visual and conceptual development for motion, interactive and web-based theories and technologies. Through the use of static, temporal, and interactive exploration, students will...
AC3760 Advanced Computer Graphics Advances the conceptual and technical skills of students who have demonstrated high achievement in AC 2760. Focus on making representational and non-representational images in a style that makes fullest use of state-of-the-art Macintosh hardware and...
AC3770 Computer Graphic Design A continuation of the skills learned in Graphic Design, this cours explores advanced principles of visual communication in advertising and graphic design. The focus of the course is designing with image and type using the computer. Students develop...
AC3775 Design and Production In this “real world” class, students work as virtual agencies to develop projects and assignments for a client within specified budgets. Students work with actual vendors, pitch concepts and ideas and gain valuable experience in professional design....
AH1008 Experimental Course No Description Set
AH1100 World Art World Art is designed to introduce students to major works of art from across the globe spanning a wide specrtum of time—from the ancient epoch to the present. Students will start by identifying such compositions and linking them to the civilization...
AH2000 Identity and Visual Culture How are personal and social identities constructed and how do they change? In what ways are identities personally, socially, or politically significant? This Art History course will study such questions in a cross-cultural and interdisciplinary man...
AH2008 Experimental Course No Description Set
AH2200 Study Abroad: Hist Anc Rom Art No Description Set
AH2720 A History of Photography AH 2720 presents a survey of historical, philosophical, andaesthetic developments in photography since its origins in19th century France to the present with an emphasis on globalperspectives and identities. Students will be introduced to thekey histo...
AH2910 History VA Paleolithic-Gothic Examines the historical context of visual arts styles from cave paintings to the seventeenth century by analyzing major works in terms of technical characteristics,composition, and aesthetic expression. This course meets the General Education Intern...
AH2920 History VA Renaiss-Present The analytical and historical approach to the development of modern visual art.This course meets the General Education Humanities Breadth or International/Global Interdependence requirement and Reading/Writing Enhancement requirement.Prerequisite: WR...
AH2930 Contemporary Art The aim of this course is to provide the student with an understandingof the current art scene through an exposure tothe many styles and ideas that have emerged in recent years.Through field trips to museums and galleries and visits from professional...
AH2935 Modern Art Modern Art is a chronological survey of European and American Modern art movements from the late eighteenth century (starting with Neoclassicism) through to roughly 1960 and the advent of Pop art. Traditional media such as painting, sculpture, archit...
AH2940 Identity and Visual Culture How are personal and social identities constructed and how do they change? In what ways are identities personally, socially, or politically significant? This Art History course will study such questions in a cross-cultural and interdisciplinary man...
AH2960 Non-Western Art This course introduces non-Western cultural perspectives. Emphasis is placed on African, Middle-Eastern, Asian, Oceanic, and native American (Pre-Columbian) art forms throughout history. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an hist...
AH2970 History of Graphic Design This course examines the historical development of graphic design as a discipline, by looking at the work of specific individuals and movements whose innovations have shaped visual communication. Studies the relationship between graphic design and it...
AH3010 Research Methods in World Art Research Methods in World Art covers major works of art from across the globe spanning a wide specrtum of time—from the ancient epoch to the present.  Students will be challenged to apply the proper range of related terms to analyze the compositions...
BMGT2762 Business Graphics No Description Set
COM2763 Presentation Graphics:POWERPT Presentations that are polished and persuasive have become standard to business practice. Miscrosoft PowerPoint provides the tools for creating slides, handouts, speaker's notes, and outlines. Using features of this application, students learn to d...
COM2765 Desktop Publishing:PAGEMAKER Sharing ideas in printed form is central to organizational communication. This course focuses on the state-of-the-art page layout computer application, Adobe PageMaker, that empowers the student to author, design, edit, image, and produce effective...
COM2766 Desktop Publishing:QUARKXPRESS This course empowers the student to author, design, edit, image and produce effective print media that is key to successful communication, utilizing the page layout application QuarkXPress (TM).Prerequisite: Any 3-credit AC course.
COM2769 Desktop Publishing: InDesign Understanding the principles of layout is essential to creating good design, in both electronic and print media. In this course, students will learn how to create effective, dynamic visual communication by using Adobe InDesign, the industry-standard...
CS2100 Data Storytelling/Visualizatn Data Visualization is increasingly important in this era where the use of data is growing in many different fields. This course introduces students to the principles of design and techniques. Students will learn to evaluate the effectiveness of visua...
DANC1010 Introduction to Ballet For the first-time ballet student, basic ballet technique is taught in simple, understandable terms. Students will be required to have or purchase appropriate dancewear and ballet shoes. This course meets the General Education Wellness requirement.
DANC1030 Introduction to Jazz This course offers a basic introduction to vocabulary and technique for the beginning jazz dancer. Styles include classical jazz and lyrical combinations. Students will be required to have or purchase appropriate dancewear and jazz shoes.
DANC1200 The Language of Movement This class teaches basic body awareness, enhances coordination, and connects movement to self. Students will learn basic concepts of total body connectivity to encourage and/or re-awaken dynamic, fluid, integrated movement patterns. Each week will i...
DANC1220 Yoga: The Practice Yoga: The Practice provides an active learning experience of an ancient movement art form. The practice will incorporate the study of essential anatomy, build strength and flexibility, and advance towards arm balances and inversions. Emphasis will be...
DANC1300 World Dance History Dance history from a global perspective highlighting dances significance in cultures from Africa, India, Japan, Europe, Brazil and America. Through readings, viewings and experiencing different types of dance, we will ask questions such as: How do we...
DANC1302 Private Instruction: Ballet Weekly private instruction in dance, 45 minutes in length, beginning the first fill week of classes. Instruction based on the individual student's strengths, requirements and goals. Pointe work will be available to students when appropriate. Enrollme...
DANC1400 Experiential Anatomy Students will learn to integrate information about the body and body processes through practical, individual movement-focused experience. Course provides an overview of body structure and function (bones, muscles, fluid system, organ system, nervous...
DANC1410 Somatics for Dance: Yoga Somatics for Dance: Yoga provides an active learning experience of an ancient movement art form originating over 5,000 years ago in Northern India. The practice will incorporate the study of yogic philosophy, Sanskrit terminology, and essential anato...
DANC1500 The Language of Movement This is a movement class for everyone. No previous dance experience necessary. The course teaches basic body awareness, enhances coordination, and connects movement to self. Students will learn basic concepts of total body connectivity to encourage a...
DANC2030 Modern Dance A contemporary dance technique course with a focus on improving alignment, strength and range of motion. Students will utilize improvisation to deepen their understanding of the use of weight, texture, energy and shape. Longer movement sequences wi...
DANC2050 Ballet I Presents to students with some previous dance training the opportunity to establish, develop, and refine ballet techniques. An awareness of the relation of muscle control to Students will be required to have or purchase appropriate dancewear and ball...
DANC2080 Classical Ballet II Continues the development of techniques presented in Ballet I. Students will be required to have or purchase appropriate dancewear and ballet shoes. This course meets the General Education Wellness requirement.
DANC2100 The Art of Making Dance In this course students create their own dances and learn dances from other choreographers in order to physically explore the primary elements of movement - space, time and energy. Students will practice inventing, manipulating, and organizing movem...
DANC2200 Dance Social Justice Dance Social Justice examines dance as a form of cultural politics and activism toward social justice through the body. We will examine global and local systems to interrogate topics of oppression, violence, human migration, identity, culture, and p...
DANC2300 World Dance History This course focuses on dance history from a global perspective highlighting the significance of dance in cultures from Africa, India, Japan, Europe, Brazil and America. We will investigate the historic relevance of different types of dance through re...
DANC2302 Private Instruction: Ballet Weekly private instruction in dance, 45 minutes in length, beginning the first fill week of classes. Instruction based on the individual student's strengths, requirements and goals. Pointe work will be available to students when appropriate. Enrollme...
DANC2350 West African Dance West African Dance incorporates traditional Mande culture, language, music, and dance as well as those of neighboring Guinea, Ivory Coast, and Senegal. This course includes vigorous movement with a focus on rhythm, songs, and culture as well as danc...
DANC2410 Somatics for Dance: Yoga Somatics for Dance: Yoga provides an active learning experience of an ancient movement art form originating over 5,000 years ago in Northern India. The practice will incorporate the study of yogic philosophy, Sanskrit terminology, and essential anato...
DANC2470 Dance Performance Course culminates in “Curry Dances”, the annual spring dance performance. Students are mentored through a performance process from rehearsal to stage and may choose to choreograph or perform in the work of invited guest artists or student choreograp...
DANC2480 Dance Performance This course culminates in “Curry Dances,” the annual spring dance performance. DANC 2480 is intended for students to not only strengthen artistic, choreographic and performance skills, but to act in a leadership capacity while producing a profession...
DANC3302 Private Instruction: Ballet Weekly private instruction in dance, 45 minutes in length, beginning the first fill week of classes. Instruction based on the individual student's strengths, requirements and goals. Pointe work will be available to students when appropriate. Enrollme...
DANC3450 Participant/Observer No Description Set
DANC4000 Independent Research/Study Required: 3.00 Dance g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.; signatures of divisional chairperson and instructor
DANC4050 Independent Studio See description in this catalog under Independent Study.
DANC4100 Independent Reading Required: 3.00 Dance g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a
DES2072 Digital Art Explores how the computer can be used as tool to make art. Through class projects, students will create both images that are generated entirely on a computer and images made by integrating traditional art making techniques with digital components....
DES3980 Fine and Applied Arts Seminar The capstone course for the Design and Studio Art majors focus broadly on the nature of an integrated perspective on the arts, with specific attention to the carious visual arts, such as graphic design, studio art and photography. It provides an oppo...
ED2352 Children's Art Provides the student with a foundation for presenting visual art to children. Beginning at the most fundamental level, the student will explore visual art in a way that respects the essential value of the art form. Through philosophical discussion,...
FA1000 Introduction to Fine Arts A study of the fundamental integrating principles of artistic expression, in the visual arts, music, and dance with primary emphasis on the visual arts. The course involves the student in a wide variety of experiences in the arts, including a require...
FA1070 Discovering Boston On-site study of Boston's history, architecture and urban environment. Under the leadership of the instructor, classes meet in historic buildings and sites and consider their importance in both terms of the city and the nation. Associated readings a...
FA1080 Discovering Boston, II See FA 1070 for description.
FA1500 Arts Immersion Visual Art, music, and dance are an expression of identity. There is no better way to experience, understand, and respect art than to participate in the process of creating it. This course will provide an introductory experience in the practice of...
FA1850 Art Context:Art for Non-Majors The purpose of this course is to introduce non-art majors to visual art. Students are introduced to the concept of art as visual expression of ideas, and to the visual vocabulary of art; the elements and principles of design. Students produce art a...
FA2001 Fine Arts Study Abroad Study abroad provides a powerful opportunity for students to encounter art from cultures other than their own. Prior to traveling, each student will participate in preparatory exercises, including rehearsals, individual research, design sketches, et...
FA2002 Fine Arts Study Abroad Study abroad provides a powerful opportunity for students to encounter art from cultures other than their own. Prior to traveling, each student will participate in preparatory exercises, including rehearsals, individual research, design sketches, et...
FA2003 Fine Arts Study Abroad Study abroad provides a powerful opportunity for students to encounter art from cultures other than their own. Prior to traveling, each student will complete one substantial creative project and participate in preparatory exercises, including rehear...
FA2340 Observational Internship Required: 3.00 Fine Arts g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.; signature of Director of Experiential Learning and Department chairperson
FA2498 Film Criticism No Description Set
FA3450 Fine & Applied Arts Field Exp. No Description Set
FA345A Participant/Observer No Description Set
FA345B Participant/Observer No Description Set
FA3980 Fine Arts Capstone Seminar No Description Set
FA4000 Independent Research/Study Required: 3.00 Fine Arts g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.; signatures of divisional chairperson and instructor
FA4050 Independent Studio Required: 2.80 Fine and Applied Arts g.p.a.; 9 credits at the 2--- level in the Fine and Applied Arts major or minor sequence; signature of the Fine and Applied Arts coordinator
FA4100 Independent Reading Required: 3.00 Fine Arts g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.
FA4560 Independent Internship/Pract No Description Set
GD1500 Digital Essentials This course introduces the essential industry software programs for the visual artist: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and XD. In addition to exploring each program individually, students learn how to integrate them in stages culminating in a...
GD1501 News/Multimedia Journ Pract I A course in which students work on the staff of the College newspaper, The Currier Times, either in writing, photography or production. Students are required to attend weekly news meetings.
GD1600 Illustrator/Photoshop Basics Introductory, accelerated course that teaches the fundamentals of Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, industry standard software used for the development of bitmap imagery and vector graphics. The first half of the course introduces Adobe Illustra...
GD2072 Digital Art Explores how the computer can be used as a tool to make art. Through class projects, students will create both images that are generated entirely on a computer and images made by integrating traditional art making techniques with digital components....
GD2100 Data Storytelling/Visualizatn Data Visualization is increasingly important in this era where the use of data is growing in many different fields. This course introduces students to the principles of design and techniques. Students will learn to evaluate the effectiveness of visua...
GD2500 Graphic Principles I This course is the first in a series of courses introducing creative brainstorming techniques for visual problem solving along with sustainable issues. Through experimentation with the Elements and Principles of Design, students will gain knowledge o...
GD2575 Web Design & Development The Web is a universal tool in today’s communication where designers can express their conceptual skills. This studio allows students to learn web design software, the principles of web design, prototyping tools, testing and development of frameworks...
GD2610 Photoshop Design Studio In this course, students will further their understanding of Photoshop and learn how to increase their creativity and express their individuality by using the program. The first half of this course will focus on furthering the student’s understandin...
GD2738 Digital Imaging:PHOTOSHOP I An introduction to state-of-the-art computer imaging technology. Explores the role of the computer in expanding photographic vision and expression. Students will provide their own photographs for digital transfer and reconstruction in Adobe Photosh...
GD2742 Digital Imaging For the Web Utilizing Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator, students will learn the techniques involved in scanning images and vector graphics. The Photoshop component will include scanning and manipulating images. The Illustrator portion exposes the students...
GD2760 Computer Graphics: ILLUSTRATOR Application of the principles of art and design by means of state-of-the-art computer applications for making and editing images using Adobe Illustrator. A final portfolio is required. Concurrent or prior registration in VA 1770 is strongly recommen...
GD2763 Presentation Graphics: POWERPT Presentations that are polished and persuasive have become standard to business practice. Miscrosoft PowerPoint provides the tools for creating slides, handouts, speaker's notes, and outlines. Using features of this application, students learn to d...
GD2766 Desktop Publishing:QUARKXPRESS This course empowers the student to author, design, edit, image and produce effective print media that is key to successful communication, utilizing the page layout application QuarkXPress (TM).Prerequisite: Any 3-credit AC course.
GD2768 Web Design This course will provide students with the skills necessary to design and publish web pages. Students will learn fundamental design skills needed to create web pages. Skills will include color usage, image usage and page flow as well as the basic in...
GD2769 Desktop Publishing: InDesign Understanding the principles of layout is essential to creating good design, in both electronic and print media. In this course, students will learn how to create effective, dynamic visual communication by using Adobe InDesign, the industry-standard...
GD2770 Design Fundamentals II Acquaints the student with basic techniques and principles of visual communication in advertising and graphic design. The focus of the course is designing with image and type, preparing the student for further studies in graphic design, typography,...
GD2797 Digital Photography Combining traditional techniques and contemporary digital technology, this course will seek to realize new aesthetic possibilities in photography. Students will photograph assignments designed for manipulation and enhancement in the digital darkroom...
GD2970 History of Graphic Design This course examines the historical development of graphic design as a discipline, by looking at the work of specific individuals and movements whose innovations have shaped visual communication. Studies the relationship between graphic design and it...
GD3100 Information Design The role of a designer is to make the complex clear. This intermediate course immerses students in the concepts, methods, and procedures focused on managing information complexity towards accessibility. Through assignment, lecture and discourse, stud...
GD3300 Portfolio and Presentation Designed for the studio artist and designer, this course introduces the techniques and materials used in the professional presentation of fine art, graphic design, and desktop publishing. Students will learn the many options available to them and app...
GD3400 Peer Tutoring Graphic Design Assists the course instructor with in-class assistance to students, scheduled study sessions outside of class with students, and other tasks as appropriate.
GD3450 Participant/Observer The internship program provides Graphic Design and Studio Arts majors with experience in a professional environment, helping to prepare them for entry into the job market. As members of a design team, interns put their technical and creative knowledg...
GD3500 Graphic Principles II This class explores research methodologies from the designers’point of view. Students are challenged to develop strong andcreative problem-solving skills for efficient communication.Prerequisite: GD 2500.
GD3520 Creating Web Pages Graphical editing tools have become a popular resource for individuals who design, build and manage websites. The emphasis of this course is on learning to use Graphical Editors such as Flash and Dreamweaver to create and manage a large web site. Ad...
GD3555 The Art of Typography This studio class examines the evolution of typography, typedesign, the anatomy of type, identifications, classifications andtheir proper use. Experimentation with typographic arrangement,hierarchy, expression, contrast, rules of legibility, readabil...
GD3700 2D and 3D Animation Using an open-source software for 2D and 3D modeling, animation, compositing, and post-production. This course gives an overview of industry software and industry production techniques. Specific techniques, such as scene layout and modeling, sculptin...
GD3740 Elements of Dynamic Media Intermediate graphic design course involving the development of strong visual and conceptual development for motion, interactive and web-based theories and technologies. Through the use of static, temporal, and interactive exploration, students will...
GD3755 Art of Typography II An advanced course that tackles more complex typographicalproblem-solving projects by exploring hierarchies and formalcompositions using type as an element with the goal of helpingstudents develop a personal typographic “voice”.Prerequisite: GD 3555.
GD3765 Editorial Design This course focuses on the more difficult problems involved inproducing high-quality work combining your abilities for creativetypography, smart layouts and clever compositions.Prerequisite: GD 3500.
GD3770 Computer Graphic Design A continuation of the skills learned in Graphic Design, this cours explores advanced principles of visual communication in advertising and graphic design. The focus of the course is designing with image and type using the computer. Students develop...
GD3775 Design and Production In this “real world” class, students work as virtual agencies to develop projects and assignments for a client within specified budgets. Students work with actual vendors, pitch concepts and ideas and gain valuable experience in professional design....
GD3780 Web Design & Development II In this course students continue their journey from initialconsultation and discovery through content strategy and(UI) User Interface, (UX) User Experience considerations, todevelopment, content creation, design, testing, for a modern,accessible, sta...
GD3785 Vector Graphics This is an advanced course in Adobe Illustrator and includes more difficult techniques such as illustrations comprised of shapes, blending modes, and gradient mesh. Projects will be constructed entirely in Illustrator and/or with imported images fro...
GD3787 Motion Graphics This course provides students with core techniques for working efficiently in Adobe After Effects creating digital visual effects, motion graphics, and compositing. Gain essential industry elements of the interface to visually engage your audience. S...
GD3790 Strategic Branding: Comp Aprch In this studio course, students create identity systems andapplications for a specified company or organization. Studentswill explore brand basics, the brand process, and the best practicesfor building a brand identity. Students explore the differenc...
GD3795 Package Design This course provides a comprehensive introduction to practicaland professional information for creating packaging designs thatserve as the marketing vehicles for consumer products. Studentsreceive real-world advice, step-by-step descriptions of the c...
GD3980 Fine and Applied Arts Seminar The capstone course for the Design and Studio Arts majors focus broadly on the nature of an integrate perspective on the arts, with specific attention to the various visual arts, such as graphic design, studio art and photography. It provides an oppo...
GD4050 Indep Studio Graphic Design No Description Set
GD4500 Internship/Prof Practice The internship program provides Graphic Design and Studio Artsmajors with experience in a professional environment, helpingto prepare them for entry into the job market. As members of adesign team, interns put their technical and creative knowledge t...
GD4570 Pers Branding for Social Media This comprehensive course teaches the key digital marketingskills required for the modern work place. We will explore howto craft a strong, authentic personal brand that’s consistent acrossmultiple social media platforms. Learn how to create a profil...
GD4650 Portfolio Development This course addresses the dynamics of preparing a professionalportfolio. Students will combine self-knowledge, with highcaliber design materials, writing with interview techniques andindustry knowledge to create a unique presentation of their work.Th...
GD4900 Senior Design Project The senior degree project will include the execution of a high quality original body of work in the second semester of the fourthyear, generally including a large body of work for display in theGraphic Design Senior Exhibition. This course is taught...
IA1070 Discovering Boston On-site study of Boston's history, architecture and urban environment. Under the leadership of the instructor, classes meet in historic buildings and sites and consider their importance in both terms of the city and the nation. Associated reading ar...
IA1080 Discovering Boston, II See description for IA 1070.
IA2072 Computer Art No Description Set
IA2352 Children's Art No Description Set
IA2498 Film Criticism No Description Set
IA2738 Digital Imaging:PHOTOSHOP Prerequisite: Photographic experience and Macintosh pro ficiency.
IA2760 Computer Graphics:ILLUSTRATOR No Description Set
IA2762 Business Graphics No Description Set
IA2763 Presentation Graphics:POWERPT No Description Set
IA2765 Desktop Publishing:PAGEMAKER No Description Set
IA2766 Desktop Publishing:QUARKXPRESS No Description Set
IA3760 Advanced Computer Graphics No Description Set
MUS1000 Intr:Study Music, Culture, Soc This course introduces students to the key objectives of and methods for examination of music as a social and cultural practice, considering the function of music and sound in ritual, in performance, in the global marketplace, in politics and protest...
MUS1200 Intro Digital Music Production This course introduces students to the theory and fundamentals of creating music using digital technologies. Emphasizing musical creation and application of software and hardware tools, the course comprises a series of hands-on learning projects whic...
MUS1302 Private Instruction: Guitar Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS1303 Private Instruction: Piano Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS1304 Private Instruction:Piano-Jazz Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS1305 Private Instruction: Voice Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS1306 Private Instruction:Percussion Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS1307 Private Instruction:Strings Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS1308 Private Instruction:Wood-Brass Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied...
MUS1312 Private Instruction:Compositio Weekly private lessons, 45-minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied...
MUS2000 Western Classical Music Music, a universal medium, links the listener to the time and place of its composition. This course traces the international social and cultural context of Western classical music— from its Medieval roots, through its spread from aristocratic privile...
MUS2050 Sound and Healing Sound has profound effects on human beings and their wellness, as revealed by scientific research and the experience of musicians, therapists, and indigenous healers from various cultures. This course explores the healing and transformational potenti...
MUS2100 Traditions of Sacred Sound This course explores the traditions of Sacred Sound among spiritual traditions of the world. Sound is a universal dimension of human spirituality. How does Sacred Sound express human connection to the Transcendent? How does it shape and transform...
MUS2200 From Gaga to the Greeks MUS 2200: From Gaga to the Greeks: Notable Women in Visual Art and MusicDoes gender matter in the creation of art or music? Do the works of women sound or look different from those of men? How do life circumstances affect the individual development...
MUS2302 Private Instruction: Guitar Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS2303 Private Instruction: Piano Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS2304 Private Instruction:Piano-Jazz Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS2305 Private Instruction: Voice Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS2306 Private Instruction:Percussion Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS2307 Private Instruction: Strings Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS2308 Private Instruction:Wood-Brass Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS2309 Sing! Open to all students, Sing! provides a safe and fun introduction to singing. We rehearse, perform, and reflect on a wide variety of a cappella and accompanied choral repertoire from any cultures and historical periods. The group rehearses twice a w...
MUS2310 Improvisation Ensemble A performance-oriented study of improvisation in contemporary music styles, including jazz and fusion. Open to students who have basic proficiency in a musical instrument, this course may be repeated.
MUS2311 Sing! Open to all students, Sing! offers students an opportunity to not only participate in a dynamic choral ensemble, but contribute to its ongoing plans. This course challenges students to define the ensemble's brand, set goals, select repertoire, and w...
MUS2312 Private Instr:Composition No Description Set
MUS2313 Sing! Sing! offers an opportunity for students to apply their major to the challenges of leading and growing an arts organization. Students select and plan two to three special projects that may include leadership, personnel management, logistics, graphic...
MUS2315 Small Ensemble/Band Weekly coaching sessions of a 4- or 5-person small ensemble/band in popular, folk, jazz, and/or classical genres, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate secti...
MUS2320 Rock Band Rock and popular music surrounds us. It is the musical language of millions of people around the world. In this course, students will be grouped into ensembles and learn about form, harmony, melody, texture, dynamics, and other elements of music as...
MUS2350 Music Theory I Provides fundamental skills for understanding how music is constructed(pitch, rhythm, expression), including ear training, notation, analysis, score reading, and principles of composition. Concepts of melody, harmony and rhythm are enhanced by work...
MUS2360 Music Theory: Songwriting Music theory provides a unique opportunity for creativity. Sequential exercises in ear training, notation, analysis, and score reading are presented in the context of composing songs, allowing for personalized instruction and self-expression. Conce...
MUS2370 Jazz The investigation of the diverse aspects of jazz, approached principally from a historical perspective. Designed for the liberal arts student, the course involves extensive listening in and out of class, and when possible a class trip to a Boston ar...
MUS2400 Rock Music:Trends & Traditions With emphasis on listening, this course traces the degree to which other music, such as classical music, jazz, country music, pop, and music of other cultures has influenced the development of rock music styles. Students will become competent in musi...
MUS2430 Music in Film Through a chronological survey of music in movies, students address the ways in which music and sound are used to persuade and manipulate audiences. Theoretical papers and writings present a variety of perspectives, which illustrate how music and sou...
MUS2450 American Music This course will survey American music from colonization to the present, including popular, classical, jazz, folk, and electronic forms. International influences on the development of American “style” will play a key role in assigned readings, discus...
MUS2510 Music Latin Amer & Caribbean This survey course explores diverse musical practices from Latin America and the Caribbean within a broad historical and cultural framework. Beginning with an introduction to indigenous, African, and European musical practices prior to colonization,...
MUS2550 Music of the World Music is a cultural phenomenon, and though certain elements appear universal, interpretations vary. This course allows students to interact with world cultures while exploring, analyzing, and enjoying diverse soundscapes through recorded music, film...
MUS2610 Concertgoing in Boston This course will focus on the classical music world of Boston with some time spent on the jazz, pop and rock scene as well. There will be emphasis on the international origins as a tool for studying global connections and the importance to the socia...
MUS2620 Global Pop Music/Media Culture This course examines diverse global popular music forms,genres, cultures, and scenes while introducing students to thebasic research practices of ethnomusicology and popular musicscholarship. Exploring popular music – defined as music thatappeals to...
MUS2630 Music/Call for Jst New Orleans No Description Set
MUS2650 The Musical:Discover Diversity This course will focus on Broadway and Hollywoodmusicals with emphasis on its multicultural and internationalorigins as a tool for studying diversity. Students will analyze the influences of European operetta on American popular musical entertainment...
MUS2700 Orchestra Orchestra allows students to participate in a large, instrumental ensemble through a partnership with the Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra. Rehearsals take place off campus. Student must arrange access to their own string, woodwind, or brass ins...
MUS2750 Concert Band Concert Band allows students to participate in a large, instrumental ensemble through a partnership with the Randolph Community Band. Rehearsals take place off campus. Students must arrange access to their own string, woodwind, or brass instrument...
MUS3301 Private Instruction: Cello No Description Set
MUS3302 Private Instruction: Guitar Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS3303 Private Instruction: Piano Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS3304 Private Instr: Piano-Jazz/Impr Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS3305 Private Instruction: Voice Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS3306 Private Instruction:Percussion Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS3307 Private Instruction: Strings Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied A...
MUS3308 Private Instr: Woodwinds/Brass Weekly private lessons, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning during the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate section, a student initiates contact with the instructor through the Fine and Applied...
MUS3312 Private Instr:Composition No Description Set
MUS3315 Small Ensemble/Band Weekly coaching sessions of a 4- or 5-person small ensemble/band in popular, folk, jazz, and/or classical genres, 45 minutes for 1.5 credits, beginning the first full week of classes. Enrollment limited. To register and determine an appropriate secti...
MUS3350 Accelerando Chamber Chorale Accelerando is an auditioned vocal ensemble performing in a wide variety of literature including classical, jazz, contemporary, a cappella, and gospel. Students are expected to learn notes and rhythms outside of class, allowing rehearsals to focus o...
MUS3450 Participant/Observer No Description Set
MUS4000 Independent Research/Study Required: 3.00 Music g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.; signatures of the divisional chairperson and instuctor
MUS4050 Independent Studio See description on page 29 of this catalog, under Independent Study.
MUS4100 Independent Reading Required: 3.00 Music g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.
P&H1070 Discovering Boston On-site study of Boston's history, architecture and urban environment. Under the leadership of the instructor, classes meet in historic buildings and sites and consider their importance in both terms of the city and the nation. Associated reading ar...
P&H1080 Discovering Boston, II See P&H 1070 for description.
PHOT3600 Postproduction Practices Providing students with the professional technical aspects needed for preparing images for use in traditional and new media. Covering the technical aspects of image file preparation for printing processes, color and exposure correction, and press pro...
PHOT3797 Digital Photography II This light-intensive course presents students with anunderstanding of the nature of studio and environmentallighting situations. Producing a variety of lighting techniques andequipment for crafting dramatic lighting situations for a variety ofenviron...
PHOT4050 Independent Studio No Description Set
SA1770 Two-D Design for Non-Majors This course is the study of visual design through projects in linear dynamics, color, shape, texture, composition, and conceptual unity. It is prerequisite to upper-level study in graphic design and studio arts. A non-major who completes this course...
SA1775 Two-D Design for Majors This course is the study of visual design through projects in linear dynamics, color, shape, texture, composition, and conceptual unity. Students identify the descriptive and explanatory power that formal design elements and principles offer to stren...
SA1780 Three-Dimensional Design The study of the design and construction of three dimensional forms in a variety of materials. The course introduces the fundamental principles of sculptural form through the inventive use of simple materials. Students are expected to purchase supp...
SA1790 Light and Color The goal of this course is for the student to develop sensitivity to the visual effects of light and color and how color can be used to achieve artistic goals. Principal media for exploration are collage and painting on paper. Students will be expose...
SA1800 Drawing Introduces drawing techniques and explores the particular quality and expressiveness of a variety of drawing media — pencil, ink, charcoal, and conte crayon. Students practice drawing skills with emphasis on compositional principles and the developme...
SA1810 Drawing Studio This course is intended for Graphic Design and Studio Arts Majors or for Minors interested in enhanced rigor. Introduces drawing techniques and explores the quality and expressiveness of a variety of drawing media – graphite, ink, charcoal, and conté...
SA2001 Art and Identity Students analyze the work of artists that examine the complexity of identity and challenge cultural norms through intimate, personal subject matter. In response students create powerful and thought-provoking images through use of symbolic content and...
SA2072 Digital Art Explores how the computer can be used as a tool to make art. Through class projects, students will create both images that are generated entirely on a computer and images made by integrating traditional art making techniques with digital components....
SA2200 Art in the Community This course will introduce students to the field of communityart. Students will examine ideas and issues associated withcommunity art practice through readings, discussions, writing,and artmaking. Students will learn about and discuss examples ofesta...
SA2720 A History of Photography Presents a survey of historical, philosophical, and aesthetic developments in photography since its origins in 19th century France to the present with an emphasis on global perspectives and identities. Students will be introduced to the key historic...
SA2750 Printmaking I This course explores different forms of printmaking using both a press and hand-printing techniques. Students experiment with a variety of methods that produce unique as well as multiple images. Elements of surface, texture, layering and transparency...
SA2755 Relief Printmaking Introduces hand printing and hand carving of woodblock prints. Students will learn how to design, carve and print single-color images and learn how to translate drawn images into carved ones. From there students progress to developing multiple color...
SA2780 Sculpture Provides an opportunity to design and construct sculptural forms using many techniques such as plaster casting, paper mache, wood construction, stone carving, and clay modeling. Students are expected to purchase supplies.Prerequisite: SA 1780 or perm...
SA2796 Darkroom Photography A fundamental course in photographic techniques. Emphasis is placed on exposure, developing, printing and the aesthetic evaluation of photographic materials. A basic introduction to photographic history will also be gained through lectures and class...
SA2797 Digital Photography Combining traditional techniques and contemporary digital technology, this course will seek to realize new aesthetic possibilities in photography. Students will photograph assignments designed for manipulation and enhancement in the digital darkroom...
SA2800 Figure Drawing Advances drawing techniques by focusing on the human figure and the more complex issues of the drawing process. Students are expected to purchase supplies. Prerequisite: SA 1800 or permission from instructor.
SA2810 Painting I Teaches the fundamental techniques of painting, including canvas preparation, color mixing, composition, form and content. Students will be encouraged to develop and pursue personal imagery while working from a variety of sources. Students will be...
SA2813 Watercolor An introduction to painting using watercolor. Students paint from representational forms in still life and landscape, and experiment with color and design using nonobjective imagery. The course explores both the technical and expressive aspects of...
SA2819 Studio: Painting/Drawing Explores painting, drawing and mixed-media techniques while encouraging the development of a personal visual language. Through the manipulation of collected materials, paper, paint, drawing tools and digital images, students will explore blending dis...
SA2870 Artists' Books This course explores the making of unique artist's books. Beginning with simple structures, students will learn to construct traditional and non-traditional book forms using images and text. Through creating one-of-a-kind books, students will address...
SA2920 History of VA Renaiss/Contemp The analytical and historical approach to the development of modern visual art. This course meets the General Education Humanities Breadth requirement or the CLAC II international/multicultural requirement.
SA3072 Digital Art II Emphasizes use of digital painting and drawing to create a cohesive body of creative work. Students build upon skills and methods taught in Digital Art to create work that is produced digitally and/or made by integrating traditional art making techn...
SA3300 Portfolio and Presentation Designed for the studio artist and designer, this course introduces the techniques and materials used in the professional presentation of fine art, graphic design, and desktop publishing. Students will learn the many options available to them and app...
SA3450 Field Experience/Internship No Description Set
SA3750 Printmaking II Encourages students to develop one of the printmaking pro-cesses studied in Printmaking or Relief Printmaking. Deepunderstanding of the process is encouraged, along with ex-perimentation and manipulation of materials. Presentingprints in a profession...
SA3800 Drawing II Encourages students to develop an individual expressive style based on prior drawing experience. Advances drawing techniques to develop formal and conceptual skills Emphasis is placed on developing personal vision and voice in order to produce a cohe...
SA3950 Design Concepts Develops understanding of the creative process and enhances individual creativity by exploring topics such as magic, the hero, materials, dreams, childhood memories, and nature. Using these topics and others as beginning ideas, students create origin...
SA3980 Fine and Applied Arts Seminar The capstone course for the Design and Studio Arts majors focus broadly on the nature of an integrate perspective on the arts, with specific attention to the various visual arts, such as graphic design, studio art and photography. It provides an oppo...
SA4050 Independent Studio See description of page 29 of this catalog, under Independent study.
SA4650 Portfolio Development This course addresses the dynamics of preparing a professionalportfolio. Students will combine self-knowledge, with highcaliber design materials, writing with interview techniques andindustry knowledge to create a unique presentation of their work.Th...
VA1001 Visual Arts Colloquium As part of the "Curry Visual Scholars" program, this course includes several field trips to museums and exhibitions, linking the experiences and learning to visual arts and graphic design, and creation of a process showing sketches, notes, and docume...
VA1760 Intro. to Photography No Description Set
VA1770 Design Fundamentals The study of two-dimensional design through projects in linear dynamics, color, shape, texture, composition, and conceptual unity. This course is prerequisite to upper level study in the visual arts. Students are expected to purchase supplies.
VA1780 Three-Dimensional Design The study of the design and construction of three dimensional forms in a variety of materials. The course introduces the fundamental principles of sculptural form through the inventive use of simple materials. Students are expected to purchase supp...
VA1790 Light and Color Develops sensitivity to the visual effects of color and how color can be used to achieve artistic goals. Principal media for exploration are collage and painting on paper. Slide viewing will help to clarify and reinforce ideas. Students are expected...
VA1795 Introduction to Photography A fundamental course in photographic techniques. Emphasis is placed on exposure, developing, printing and the aesthetic evaluation of photogarphic materials. A basic introduction to photographic history will also be gained through lectures and class...
VA1800 Drawing Introduces drawing techniques and explores the particular quality and expressiveness of a variety of drawing media - pencil, ink, charcoal, and conte crayon. Students practice drawing skills with emphasis on compositional principles and the develop...
VA2001 Studio One: Painting & Drawing No Description Set
VA2072 Computer Art Explores how the computer can be used as a tool to make art. Through class projects, students will create both images that are generated entirely on a computer and images made by integrating traditional art making techniques with digital components....
VA2200 From Gaga to the Greeks VA 2200: From Gaga to the Greeks: Notable Women in Visual Art and MusicDoes gender matter in the creation of art or music? Do the works of women sound or look different from those of men? How do life circumstances affect the individual development...
VA2340 Observational Internship Required: 3.00 Visual Arts g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.; signature of Director of Experiential Learning; signature of Department Chair
VA2352 Children's Art No Description Set
VA2700 Light and Color Develops sensitivity to the visual effects of color and how color can be used to achieve artistic goals. Principal media for exploration are collage and painting on paper. Slide viewing will help to clarify and reinforce ideas. Students are expected...
VA2720 History of Photography Presents a survey of the historical, philosophical, and aesthetic developments in photography since its advent some 150 years ago. Students will view the work of noted photographers, be visited by guest lecturers, witness demonstrations of early and...
VA2730 Photographic Design Explores the fundamental mechanics and aesthetics of photography for fine art, documentary, journalistic, multimedia, and computer application. Students will learn the tools and apply the basic process of photography to discover the expressive poten...
VA2738 Digital Imaging:PHOTOSHOP I An introduction to state-of-the-art computer imaging technology. Explores the role of the computer in expanding photographic vision and expression. Students will provide their own photographs for digital transfer and reconstruction in Adobe Photosh...
VA2740 Documentary Photography No Description Set
VA2750 Printmaking I This course explores creative images using a printing press. different forms of printmaking using both a press and hand-printing techniques. Students experiment with a variety of methods that produce unique as well as multiple images. Elements of sur...
VA2760 Computer Graphics: ILLUSTRATOR Application of the principles of art and design by means of state-of-the-art computer applications for making and editing images using Adobe Illustrator. A final portfolio is required. Concurrent or prior registration in VA 1770 is strongly recommen...
VA2762 Business Graphics No Description Set
VA2763 Presentation Graphics:POWERPT Presentations that are polished and persuasive have become standard to business practice. Microsoft PowerPoint provides the tools for creating slides, handouts, speaker's notes,and outlines. Using features of this application, students learn to dev...
VA2765 Desktop Publishing:PAGEMAKER Sharing ideas in printed form is central to organizational communication. This course focuses on the state-of-the-art page layout computer application. Adobe PageMaker, that empowers the student to author, design, edit, image, and produce effective...
VA2766 Desktop Publishing:QUARKXPRESS A complement to AC 2769, this course seeks to meet the aesthetic and communication objectives embodied in Desktop Publishing: InDesign, but utilizing the page layout application QuarkXPress (TM).
VA2769 Desktop Publishing: InDesign Sharing ideas in printed form is central to organizational communication. This course focuses on the state-of-the-art page layout computer application, Adobe InDesign, that empowers the student to author, design, edit, image, and produce effective p...
VA2770 Graphic Design Acquaints the student with basic techniques and principles of visual communication in advertising and graphic design. The focus of the course is designing with image and type, preparing the student for further studies in graphic design, typography,...
VA2780 Sculpture Provides an opportunity to design and construct sculptural images using many techniques such as plaster casting, paper mache, wood construction, stone carving, and clay modeling. Students are expected to purchase supplies. Prerequisite: VA 1780 or...
VA2785 The Art of the Mask Through the historic exposure to various mask making cultures, students will create disguise fantasies focusing on good design and technical ability. Clay, plaster, paper mache and found object assemblage will be utilized. Prerequisite: FA 1000.
VA2795 Photography II Photography II is a continuation and refinement of the materials covered in VA 1795 Introduction to Photography. Photography II is a further exploration of advanced black and white photography techniques. Emphasis will be placed upon photography as a...
VA2796 Photography I A fundamental course in photographic techniques. Emphasis is placed on exposure, developing, printing and the aesthetic evaluation of photogarphic materials. A basic introduction to photographic history will also be gained through lectures and class...
VA2797 Digital Photography Combining traditional techniques and contemporary digital technology, this course will seek to realize new aesthetic possibilities in photography. Students will photograph assignments designed for manipulation and enhancement in the digital darkroom...
VA2800 Figure Drawing Advances drawing techniques by focusing on the human figure and the more complex issues of the drawing process. (Not open to students who have taken FAA 3800). Students are expected to purchase supplies. Prerequisite: VA 1800 or permission from i...
VA2810 Painting I Teaches the fundamental techniques of oil painting, including canvas preparation, color mixing, composition, form and content. Students will be encouraged to develop and pursue personal imagery while working from a variety of sources. Students will...
VA2813 Watercolor An introduction to painting using watercolor. Students will paint from representational forms in still life and landscape, and experiment with color and design using nonobjective imagery. The course explores both the technical and expressive aspect...
VA2819 Studio: Painting/Drawing Explores painting, drawing and mixed-media techniques while encouraging the development of a personal visual language. Through the manipulation of collected materials, paper, paint, drawing tools and digital images, students will explore blending dis...
VA2850 Ceramics I Focuses on basic methods of handbuilding and wheel-throwing in clay. Students construct container forms employing the fundamentals of design and decoration in clay. Fee.
VA2870 Artists' Books This course explores the making of unique artist's books. Beginning with simple structures, students will learn to construct traditional and non-traditional book forms using images and text. Through creating one-of-a-kind books, students will addres...
VA2880 Fine Art of Lndscp Architectre An exploration of the art of designing outdoor spaces, including a historical overview; review of major historic and contemporary landscape architects; and review of the elements, materials, and design principles used in landscape design and construc...
VA2900 Art Hist Survey: Paleo to Cont A survey of art history from the paleolithic era to contemporary times.Pre- or corequisite: FA 1000.
VA2910 History VA Paleolithic-Gothic Examines the historical context of visual arts styles from cave paintings to the seventeenth century by analyzing major works in terms of technical characteristics, composition, and aesthetic expression. Pre- or Corequisite: FA 1000.
VA2920 History VA Renaiss to Contemp The analytical and historical approach to the development of modern visual art. This course meets the international/multicultural requirement.Pre- or Corequisite: FA 1000.
VA2930 Contemporary Art The aim of this course is to provide the student with an understanding of the current art scene through an exposure to the many styles and ideas that have emerged in recent years. Through field trips to museums and galleries and visits from professio...
VA2935 Modern Art Modern Art is a chronological survey of European and American Modern art movements from the late eighteenth century (starting with Neoclassicism) through to roughly 1960 and the advent of Pop art. Traditional media such as painting, sculpture, archi...
VA2940 Tribal Arts of No. Amer. & Afr The course studies the ritualistic dance masks and sculpture of North American and African tribes and their influence on contemporary visual ideas. The study also addresses the spiritual, social, and functional aspects of art in these cultures. Whe...
VA2950 Design Concepts No Description Set
VA2960 Art as Propaganda This course will examine the ways art has been propagandistic in orientation, starting with examples as early as the Egyptian Palette of Narmer, Old Kingdom, c.3150-3125 BCE, and progressing through manifestations of propagandistic art in the twentie...
VA2970 History of Graphic Design Examines the historical development of graphic design as a discipline, by looking at the work of specific individuals and movements whose innovations have shaped visual communication. Studies the relationship between graphic design and its audience....
VA3200 Portrait Studio This course introduces the art of portraiture using two and three dimensional media. The study of anatomical structures accompanies instruction in composition and lighting, accessories, and costume. The portrait will be explored using a very broad...
VA3300 Portfolio and Presentation Designed for the visual artist and designer, this course introduces the techniques and materials used in the professional presentation of fine art, graphic design, and desktop publishing. Students will learn the many options available to them and app...
VA3450 Participant/Observer Provides students with "hands-on" experience working in a field placement. Learning contract and reflection paper are required as well as weekly meetings with on-campus supervisors.Prerequisites: Completion of EXP 2340 with a grade of C or better an...
VA3738 Digital Imaging: Photoshop II An intermediate to advanced exploration of computer imaging technology. Further exploring the role of the computer in expanding photographic vision and expression. Students will photograph assignments designed for digital transfer and reconstruction...
VA3750 Printmaking II Encourages students to develop one of the printmaking processes studied in Printmaking I. Deep understanding of the process is encouraged, along with experimentation and manipulation of materials. Students are expected to purchase supplies. Prere...
VA3760 Advanced Computer Graphics No Description Set
VA3770 Computer Graphic Design A continuation of the skills learned in Graphic Design, this course explores advanced principles of visual communication in advertising and graphic design. The focus of the course is designing with image and type using the computer. Students develop...
VA3800 Drawing III Encourages students to develop an individual expressive style based on significant previous drawing experience. Students are expected to purchase supplies. Prerequisite: VA 2800.
VA3810 Painting II Advances the study of painting by exploring more challenging personal and inventive ways of image making. Students are expected to purchase supplies. Prerequisite: VA 2810.
VA3811 Painting III Challenges advanced painting students to develop an individual expressive style based on significant previous painting experience. Students are expected to purchase supplies. Prerequisite: VA 3810.
VA3826 Multi-Media Production An exploration of the theories, strategies, and resources involved in producing an accessible, yet quality computer programmed sound-slide presentation. The course will seek to provide the necessary information and production skills to guide novice...
VA3860 Ceramics II Offers the student with experience in using clay a more advanced exploration of pottery and sculptural containers. The course also includes instruction in firing and glazing. Prerequisite: VA 2850.
VA3950 Design Concepts Develops understanding of the creative process and enhances individual creativity by exploring topics such as magic, the hero, materials, dreams, childhood memories, and nature. Using these topics and others as beginning ideas, students create origin...
VA3970 Ceramics III Students advance their technical, aesthetic and expressive skills using clay. The more advanced projects are geared to the development of a personal style. Prerequisite: VA 3860.
VA4000 Independent Research/Study Required: 3.00 Visual Arts g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.; signatures of the divisional chairperson and instructor
VA4050 Independent Studio Visual Arts Required: 2.80 Visual Arts g.p.a.; 9 credits at the 2--level in the Visual Arts major or minor sequence; signature of the Visual Arts coordinator
VA4100 Independent Reading Required: 3.00 Visual Arts g.p.a.; 2.70 cumulative g.p.a.
VA4560 Independent Internship/Pract No Description Set
VPA1000 Intro Visual & Performing Arts A study of the fundamental integrating principles of artistic expression, in the visual arts, music, and dance with primary emphasis on the visual arts. The course involves the student in a wide variety of experiences in the arts, including a require...
VPA1500 Arts Immersion Visual Art, music, and dance are an expression of identity. There is no better way to experience, understand, and respect art than to participate in the process of creating it. This course will provide an introductory experience in the practice of al...
VPA1850 Art Context: VPA Non-Majors The purpose of this course is to introduce non-art majors to visual art. Students are introduced to the concept of art as visual expression of ideas, and to the visual vocabulary of art; the elements and principles of design. Students produce art and...
VPA2003 Fine Arts Study Abroad III Study abroad provides a powerful opportunity for students to encounter art from cultures other than their own. Prior to traveling, each student will complete one substantial creative project and participate in preparatory exercises, including rehears...
WGS2200 From Gaga to the Greeks WGS 2200: From Gaga to the Greeks: Notable Women in Visual Art and MusicDoes gender matter in the creation of art or music? Do the works of women sound or look different from those of men? How do life circumstances affect the individual development...