2026-2027 Academic Catalog

Author: Watson Peacock

  • DAE-250 HUMAN DEVELOPMENT, CREATIVITY AND,VISUAL LEARNING

    Designed to convey the stages of human growth in,depth, this course approaches physical,,psychological, emotional and social development in,a format for teachers to implement in planning,developmentally and culturally appropriate,instruction. The educational needs of neurodiverse,and special needs children, and the resources,available to teachers for best meeting these,needs, are included throughout. Related topics,covered in this course include nurturing,creativity in K-12 students, teaching students,with poverty in mind, and fostering equitable,visual learning in diverse settings. Pre-service,visual arts teachers consider the implications of,the above material in field experiences in diverse,instructional settings with children. Ten hours,Field Experience in K-12 educational settings,required outside of class. All required field,hours and associated field experience assignments,must be completed before registration for the next,art education course. This course is open to,sophomore students and above. Course may count for,general elective credits for those who do not,pursue teacher certification. Students must pass,with a grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or higher.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DAE 200

  • DAE-200 EDUCATION FOUNDATIONS: HISTORY AND,PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION

    This course surveys the history of American,education and art education. Educational,applications of research around educational,learning theory and practice are introduced. The,development of prevailing philosophies of,Education, Art Education and American pedagogy are,covered within a framework of theoretical,understanding, art integration exercises,,classroom observations, reflection, and dialogue.,Attention to inclusive and equitable pedagogical,practice is explored through the development of a,social justice themed middle school lesson plan.,Fifteen hours Field Experience in K-12 educational,settings required outside of class. Field,experiences and hours are an integral part of each,art education course. Students are expected to,participate in field during the course of the,semester in a professional and timely manner.,Students must complete all required field hours,and associated field experience assignments in the,course before they can register for the next art,education course. This course is open to students,second semester freshman level and above. This,course may count for general elective credit for,those who do not pursue teacher certification.,Students taking DAE 200 for certification in Art,Education must pass with a grade of ‘C’or higher.

    Credits: 3

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  • CMD-790 COLOR & MAT INDEPENDENT STUDY

    Independent Study is available to graduate,students with a cumulative grade point average of,3.00 or above. The student may receive approval to,work in an area or on a project that is not,otherwise offered or addressed in the regular,curriculum. An Independent Study should include,opportunities for individual student voice and,provide a space for diverse perspectives. Students,may receive credit toward graduation for no more,than 6 credit hours. The student must,submit to the chairperson of the department in,which they wish to study, an Independent Study,Proposal of 150 words (no less) of the student’s,plan for study and her/his reason for choosing to,study independently. Once the department,chairperson provides approval and the instructor,for the Independent Study is determined, the,faculty member must write an Independent Study,Syllabus with education goals, learning outcomes,,meeting dates, course expectations, timelines, and,due dates.

    Credits: 3

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  • CMD-775 GRADUATE STUDIES INTERNSHIP

    Participation in an internship experience allows,students to use classroom-learned skills in a,related employment experience. Students must work,a minimum of 135 hours over the course of the,entire semester. Students must have a minimum,cumulative GPA of 3.0. All internships must be,approved by the graduate program department,chairperson.,

    Credits: 3

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  • CMD-701 STUDIO III: CMD IMPACT

    In this course, students explore the consequences,of their decision-making as Color and Material,designers, and question subsequent social,,economic, and environmental impacts. They deploy,their creative abilities using color and material,design to create positive design strategies that,are forward-thinking and consider sustainability,,circular economics, and social justice at a local,and global level.,The course questions the provenance of materials,,processes, and commodity chains. Students explore,possibilities for using materials and processes,where there is no harm to nature or human,well-being; and whether locally sourced materials,and processes can be specified to advance social,enterprise and closed-loop systems.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: CMD 601, CMD 602

  • CMD-685C SPECIAL PROJECT

    The Special Project course is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.

    Credits: 3

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  • CMD-685B SPECIAL PROJECT

    The Special Project course is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.,

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • CMD-685A SPECIAL PROJECT

    The Special Project course is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • CMD-685 SPECIAL PROJECT

    The Special Project course is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • CMD-622 ADVANCED FOOTWEAR DESIGN

    Within this course, students engage with advanced,techniques in crafting luxury footwear, fostering,an inclusive environment with a curriculum that,includes advanced patternmaking, cutting, sewing,,and the creation of varied footwear styles,,including pumps, boots, sandals, and sneaker,constructions. The final outcome will result in,students producing a footwear collection,,developing a deep understanding of diverse color,and finish strategies for materials and hardware,,and reflecting on a spectrum of cultural,influences. Students are trained on various,industrial machines and how to make sole and heel,components with leather, including high-heel,attachment techniques. This inclusive approach,nurtures skills in CMF design while acknowledging,and valuing diverse perspectives, cultural,influences, and material choices in the field of,footwear design.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: CMD-621