This course examines the various approaches that,build the foundation for an emerging field of,Visual Culture and emphasizes its parallel,development with discussions about the gaze as a,historical and culturally constructed phenomenon.,This course satisfies the General Education,requirement.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DAH 200, DAH 201
(This is a faculty led study abroad course *,syllabi will differ per destination) ,,On a Global Learning Experience course, students,are brought outside the typical classroom, for a,24/7 learning experience in varying locations,outside the USA. The course will provide students,with tools for analyzing your learning process and,identifying cultural patterns, differences,,similarities and values encountered during the,journey. Students develop a sense of,cross-cultural understanding, and navigate towards,becoming a global citizen. Students develop a,heightened sense of confidence, and leadership as,they plan, and execute this excursion. In,addition students discover the role of becoming an,ambassador for their own culture. Practical issues,about studying abroad (safety, money, packing,,etc.) are delivered via pre-departure sessions,with the International Student Services Office.,
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, SUMMER 2024,
,COSTA RICA,
,There’s nothing quite like the rain forests of the,”Rich Coast.” At its heart, the,Central American country boasts an epic landscape,that is home to nearly 5 percent of,the world’s biodiversity. Discover how fragile,these endangered ecosystems are as you,travel through different rainforest preserves and,unearth dazzling displays of color and,sound. Explore also the unique art and culture of,some of Costa Rica’s most vibrant,cities and towns.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: SLP 007
This studio introduces the concept of the ceramic,object derived from plaster cast techniques and,the use of high-resolution molds. The emphasis is,on assembled forms and the use of groupings to,present a singular statement.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DCE 112
Students will be self-directed in developing a,proposal for their thesis body of work. Studio,work of and presentations support the development,of their thesis. Critical readings, discussion,,visiting artists and critique will take place in,class. Students will prepare a portfolio to apply,to professional opportunities. Students will,consider how their group and individual identity,informs their thesis work.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DCR 351
Creative nonfiction is a type of writing that,uses literary styles and techniques to construct,narratives that have their foundation in fact.,Examples include: memoir, travelogue, the,personal essay, and cultural observation. As,opposed to journalism and technical writing,,which are also based in fact, creative nonfiction,projects a dramatic, literary framework onto,everyday existence, rendering it enlightening and,potentially meaningful to the reader. We will,study examples of creative nonfiction in order to,determine some of the structures and methods of,this relatively open genre, and in turn, apply,them to students’ own work. As a workshop class,,the primary focus is student writing of,manuscripts to be critiqued and improved. The,class requires students to share their writing,,questions, and opinions. As an online workshop,class, we will interact almost entirely through,the medium of Blackboard, posting work and,responses weekly or bi-weekly. On a deeper level,,we will consider the sometimes slippery nature of,truth as it applies to this writing form, looking,for consensus on the boundaries we can push, vs.,those we must maintain in order for this genre to,preserve its claim to authority.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DEN 102
This class is designed to vigorously extend ideas,explored in Introduction to Figure Painting, with,an opportunity to engage in more complex,figurative problems. Class discussions include,relevant topics on contemporary figurative art.,Emphasis is on larger format, longer studies and,formal painting,concerns.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFA 120, DFA 220
An in-depth, systematic exploration of the many,facets of color as it relates to dye chemistry. ,Students explore metric system dyeing of animal,,vegetable, and synthetic fibers utilizing,natural/vegetable dyes, fiber reactive, acid and,disperse dyes. A detailed and comprehensive dye,sample notebook and final project with emphasis,on color will be the result of this course.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
This required typography course, the third in the,sequence of three, applies an understanding of,two-dimensional design space and the unique nature,of typographic communication principles. Building,on experiences in Typography I & II, students,expand their ability to work with typographic,sequential systems of communication. Students,expand the ability to use various methods,,techniques and materials in the creation of a,large scale typographic prototype. Content used,in this course presents design’s complex history,,while also providing student the opportunity to,lend their point of view in content analysis. ,Students may elect to take additional courses,,Typography IV and Type Design, starting in the,junior year.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DGD 152 OR DGD 201
Students acquire practical experience that,parallels the processes and methods used in,design offices. Students work on client-based,projects with the assistance of a faculty,supervisor. Projects follow all the steps in the,design process, including client contact, concept,development, client presentations and the,resolution of an appropriate communication,response in printer or interactive. Projects,briefs include integration of BIPOC organization,,non-profit institutions, and inclusive design,methods.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DGD 311 OR DGD 312
In this course, students learn glassblowing using,molds to extend form-making potential and to,fabricate unique molds. Techniques covered,include optical, two part and free-form molds.,Mold materials of plaster, wood, metal, sand and,graphite are explored. The use of glass color,and cold work finishing techniques complete the,experience. Projects realized include,utilitarian vessels, sculptural and architectural,elements.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: