The Department of Art is committed to the principle that quality of conception and execution is central to the artistic process no matter what medium is employed. As a member of the College of Letters and Science, the Department of Art curriculum cultivates both the creative and technical skills of students.
Courses address the theoretical and practical concerns within the discipline of art.
The Fine Arts Major is recommended for students who wish to prepare for a professional career in the studio arts, to satisfy entrance requirements for graduate art studio programs, or to become art teachers. This Major is recommended for students who prefer a non professional major in the studio area. The industrial design studio contains power machinery and hand tools to accommodate the most ambitious and exploratory projects in natural and man made materials. A central vacuum and exhaust ventilating system add to the normal safety features of these studios work areas. One large lecture room and one general studio have been designated for education.