Often the visiting artist will meet with students in art courses to conduct workshops and critiques. Art students can also contribute their works to student publications. Each year there is a Student Art Exhibition in the gallery to display the best of students' creative efforts. Graphic designers put their artistic skill and vision at the service of commercial clients, such as retail stores, corporations, advertising firms, non-profit agencies and publishing companies. Industrial and transportation designers create everything from lighting systems and home appliances to automobiles and medical equipment.
Environmental designers define and shape space for virtually every type of structure.
The following is a suggested first two-year program for a student who wants to pursue a major in art. Art Appreciation 3 ART 141 Intro. It is highly recommended that prospective students arrange for a campus visit and tour.