Introduces the basic elements and forms of,poetry, as well as major poets, with an emphasis,on contemporary works.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Take DEN-102
Category: Academic Programs & Courses
DEN-285 SPECIAL PROJECT 300/400
The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.,
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,FALL 2024,
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,SCREENPLAY ANALYSIS,
,Students gain insights into the craft of,screenwriting and the development process through,the close study of several feature film,screenplays, the final cut of each film, and a,variety of the tools used by the renowned,screenwriters and directors who developed each,story and script.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DEN-102
DFD-248 HISTORY OF TEXTILES
This in-depth historical study examines the,development of textiles and the events relating,to their influence. Beginning with the Han,Dynasty in China, moving to Byzantium, and then,to the nineteenth century Industrial Revolution;,this course tracks the exchange of color, motif,,and fibers through trade. Also reviewed are,textiles of India, the Near East, Egypt, Northern,Africa, and Europe. Extensive reading and,research are required. Students respond to,content through detailed notebooks and studio,projects.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFD 111
Interdisciplinary Art & Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 2024/2025
Faculty Mentoring Required: Must Complete Plan of Work before registering for 3rd year.
Freshman
First Semester
15-16 Credit Hours
Second Semester
15 Credit Hours
Sophomore
Third Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GUS 100 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3§ |
| GUS 100 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3§ |
| DEN 102 | Composition II | 3 |
| DAH 200 | Western Art History/Visual Culture | 3* |
| DAH 201 | Digital Narration: Africa | 3* |
| DAH 202 | Digital Narration: Asia | 3* |
| D– 100-400 | Open Elective | 3 |
§Faculty Mentoring/Plan of Work required before 3rd year registration
Junior
Fifth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IAD 305 | Art as Narrative | 3 |
| GUS 200-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| D– 100-400 | Open Elective | 3 |
| DNS 200-400 | Natural Science | 3 |
| D— 100-400 | Open Elective | 3 |
Sixth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IAD 308 | Art as Propaganda | 3 |
| IAD 310 | IAD Research & Portfolio | 3 |
| GUS 200-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| DAH 200-400 | Art History Elective (or) | 3*† |
| DVC 200-300 | Visual Culture Elective | 3*† |
| D— 100-400 | Open Elective | 3 |
†DAH/DVC must be taken at the 200 level or higher
Senior
Seventh Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IAD 407 | Interdisciplinary Thesis I | 3 |
| GUS 300-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| GUS 300-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| D– 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| DAH 200-400 | Art History Elective (or) | 3*† |
| DVC 200-400 | Visual Culture Elective | 3*† |
†DAH/DVC must be taken at the 200 level or higher
Eighth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IAD 408 | Interdisciplinary Thesis II | 3 |
| GUS 300-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| GUS 300-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| DAE – – – | Art Education Elective | 3 |
| D— 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| D— 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
†DAH/DVC must be taken at the 200 level or higher
Catalog Year 24/25
Total Credits 120/121
*International students that require ELS-101 (4.0 cr); Total Credits = 121/122
Total credits: 121: First Year Experience=1; Foundations=15; Major=51; Gen Ed=42; Open Electives=12
GUS – Undergraduate Studio Elective – Required studio electives for the IAD major from an approved major/department. GUS course levls with an (*) exp. GUS 200*, must be satisfied at the level listed; other electives must be taken within the range listed (exp. 200-400 level). Mentoring is required for course approvals.
General Education Electives – Successfully complete any 200-400 level (non-required) Liberal Arts course, from subjects: DAH-Art History, DAS-Academic Studies, DEN-English, DHS-History, DLE-Liberal Elective, DNS-Natural Science DSS-Social Science, DPL-Philosophy, etc), DVC-Visual Culture.
Open Electives – Successfully complete any (3.0 credit) 100-400 level (non-required) course from an Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.
Film, Interdisciplinary Art & Design Faculty
Scott Northrup
MA, The New School
BFA, College for Creative Studies
Interdisciplinary Art & Design/Art Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 2024/2025
Faculty Mentoring Required: Must Complete Plan of Work before registering for 3rd year.
Freshman
First Semester
15-16 Credit Hours
Sophomore
Third Semester
18 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GUS 100 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| GUS 100 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| DEN 102 | Composition II | 3 |
| DAH 200 | Western Art History/Visual Culture | 3* |
| DAH 201 | Digital Narration: Africa | 3* |
| DAH 202 | Digital Narration: Asia | 3* |
| DAE 250 | Human Development Creative & Visual Learning | 3 |
| D– 100-400 | Open Elective | 3 |
Junior
Fifth Semester
15 Credit Hours
Sixth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IAD 308 | IAD Junior Thesis | 3 |
| IAD 310 | IAD Research & Portfolio | 3 |
| GUS 200-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| DAH 200-400 | Art History Elective (or) | 3*† |
| DVC 200-400 | Visual Culture Elective | 3*† |
| DAE 405 | Secondary Art Teaching: Meth, Math & Literacy | 3 |
†DAH/DVC must be taken at the 200 level or higher
Senior
Seventh Semester
15 Credit Hours
Eighth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IAD 408 | Interdisciplinary Thesis II | 3 |
| GUS 300-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| GUS 300-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| DAH 200-400 | Art History Elective (or) | 3*† |
| DVC 200-400 | Visual Culture Elective | 3*† |
| DAE – – – | Art Education Elective | 3 |
†DAH/DVC must be taken at the 200 level or higher
9th Semester
Ninth Semester
12 Credit Hours
Total Credits
138-139
GUS – Undergraduate Studio Elective – Required studio electives for the IAD major from an approved major/department. GUS course levls with an (*) exp. GUS 200*, must be satisfied at the level listed; other electives must be taken within the range listed (exp. 200-400 level). Mentoring is required for course approvals.
General Education Electives – Successfully complete any 200-400 level (non-required) Liberal Arts course, from subjects: DAH-Art History, DAS-Academic Studies, DEN-English, DHS-History, DLE-Liberal Elective, DNS-Natural Science DSS-Social Science, DPL-Philosophy, etc), DVC-Visual Culture.
Open Electives – Successfully complete any (3.0 credit) 100-400 level (non-required) course from an Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
Art Education Elective – Successfully complete an approved 100-400 level studio course from an undergraduate major (outside of the assigned major). Art Ed Department Chair approval required for course selection.
This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.
Film, Interdisciplinary Art & Design Faculty
Scott Northrup
MA, The New School
BFA, College for Creative Studies
Art Education Faculty
Lee, Jhih-Yin
Ph.D. University of Georgia M.Ed. University of Houston
Amy Ruopp
Ph.D., EDS, University of Missouri
MAT, BFA, Maryland Institute College of Art
FLM-279 DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING II
This advanced course in documentary theory and,practice emphasizes the maker’s ability to,witness, document, and impact a world in motion.,While studying contemporary documentary practices,including newer forms such as “reality”,,participatory, and immersive works, students will,spend the bulk of the semester on a self-directed,production of social relevance, and contribute to,a collaborative production with peers.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: FLM 278 OR DMA 342
IAD-305 ART AS NARRATIVE
Narrative structures and strategies are present in,all disciplines and cultures, though the form,,language, intentions, and motives may vary.,Examples of these structures include storytelling,,brand messaging, gameplay, wayfinding, and signs,and symbols. This course looks at traditional and,experimental narratives across disciplines and at,their intersections. Students will develop,language, voice, and integrative methods for,execution and delivery within and without the,context of their chosen fields of study.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: IAD 105
DAE-520 PROFESSIONAL SEMINAR
The Professional Seminar provides candidates who,are doing their Directed Teaching with further,professional development and experiences that,develop reflective practice. The seminar conveys,a range of information essential to Visual Arts,educators, including health and safety issues in,Art Education, technology integration,,educational law, effective teaching practices,,research in the field, emerging trends in pedagogy,which examine issues of diversity, equity, and,inclusion.The seminar format is,intended to support student teachers in their,placements and allow for reflection and dialogue,regarding this professional experience.,Application for Directed Teaching and Departmental,permission is required. Art Education candidates,must pass DAE 520 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or,higher to qualify for certification.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: DAE 405,DAE 510
DAH-301 CLASSICAL ART AND EARLY MEDIEVAL
Students explore the roots of Western civilization,in the classical Greco-Roman tradition. Since,architecture and sculpture are the hallmarks of,this period, major Greek and Roman monuments will,be highlighted. The course will also discuss this,classical tradition as the source of early,Christian art, Byzantine art and early medieval,art, including Romanesque.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DAH 200, DAH 201 (or DAH 202)
DAS-485 SPECIAL PROJECT 300/400
The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.,
FALL 2023
,,SETTING UP SHOP,
,This course is designed as a special project for,students interested in designing, creating, and,maintaining a store where students and alumni can,sell their art. Students will develop and,implement a business plan using market trends and,project management principles. Students in this,course will create a contact network to contribute,to the long-term success of the student/alumni,shop.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DAS 213