The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is the initial professional degree in commercial art or design. Its primary emphasis is on the development of skills, concepts, and sensitivities essential to the professional artist or designer. In many of the roles as creator, scholar, or teacher, the artist or designer must function as a practitioner who exhibits both technical competence and a broad knowledge of art and art history, aesthetic sensitivity, and an insight into the role of art and design in the life of humankind. Museum, gallery, and public relations careers provide additional opportunities for students who complete a major in art. The Department of Art offers a broad academic program which prepares students for many different careers in applied art.
Art teaching remains an important career choice for many art students.
The Department continues to successfully place graduates in elementary and secondary schools. Art therapy is a growing profession that requires the art and psychology knowledge that is basic for advancement to graduate study in Art Therapy. This site was developed by Chris Lo and Art Department Faculty. John Shackelford is responsible for the update of the page. Thank you for visiting the Art Department's web site.