The College of Fine Arts and Communication offers students the opportunity to develop subject field competence, prepare for a variety of careers in the arts and communication, and gain a broad cultural and academic background. The nature of the arts and communication is so varied that students choose to enter these academic disciplines for several reasons and with many goals in mind. Recognizing this fact, the College offers a variety of degree programs, each with a distinct core of courses that is required while providing for flexible options in the major. From the time of entry to graduation, students are continually made aware of their progress through assessment strategies. In addition, a senior student exhibit, set design, recital, or theatrical performance is a requirement for the relevant degree candidate in the arts.
Internships are also available in some of the programs.
The College believes that a quality education provides the means by which its graduates will achieve the ability to think clearly and logically, draw meaningful conclusions from various languages, symbols and texts, make informed decisions, develop a modicum of self-discipline, acquire a thirst to achieve a high standard of scholarly and technical artistry or knowledge in their subject field, and practice and critically examine the process of thinking intelligently so they can nourish the mind, foster integrity, refine character, and stimulate imaginative sensibilities. Majors and Minors Course requirements for Fine Arts and Communication majors and minors are given under the department headings. A department core of courses. One of the options or concentrations offered by the student's major department. Art and Theatre majors must meet specific grade point average requirements in the departmental core to enroll in the comprehensive program.