Every fall, students from all over the nation share these incomparable experiences on Drew's Semester on Contemporary Art. The New York Semester on Contemporary Art is one of the highlights of Drew's art program. While it is a mandatory course for all art majors, students from any background with an interest in art would appreciate this fascinating program.
Students meet weekly to discuss timely issues and then journey into New York City two days a week.
A thorough exploration of the art scene in New York includes viewing exhibits in Chelsea and SoHo, visiting museums such as the Met, the Whitney, and MOMA, and personally meeting with several prominent artists in their homes and studios. Through this intimate interaction, students can experience the center of the contemporary art world firsthand. The semester examines the important issues surrounding modern art. The New York Semester on Contemporary Art is an eight-credit program in which you enroll in two required courses. A four-credit internship is available.