This is the TEXT only version. The Art Department is part of the School of Fine and Performing Arts, and offers both undergraduate and graduate professional degree granting programs. The faculty works with students helping to provoke and inspire the discipline, work ethic, and integrity required to develop a unique and personal expression. Our commitment is in support of the student, and to this end we offer a curriculum which fosters the student's independent exploration and growth. Critical to the student's success is the regular communication and discussion of ideas and work which occur in the studio community.
Faculty supports and encourages participation in student-governed groups.
These enhance the educational experience. Both the Clay Club, and the Student Art Alliance are groups organized and run by students. The program in ceramics is structured to support the personal and creative inquiry unique to each student. Our emphasis is upon identifying and developing perspectives, characteristics, and abilities specific to the individual. We encourage the development of critical thinking, problem solving, and students whose motivation is to achieve their fullest potential through the expression of their own point of view.