The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Take FAD-101
Category: 26-27 Catalog
2026-2027 Academic Catalog
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FAD-485B SPECIAL PROJECT
The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: FAD-303 and FAD-403
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FAD-490 INDEPENDENT STUDY
Independent Study is available to students who are,at Junior or Senior level standing 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. Art,Education candidates must pass DAE 490 with a,grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or higher to qualify for,certification.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
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FAD-500 GLOBAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE
(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.,
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: SLP 007
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FAD-515 STUDY ABROAD
Junior or first-semester senior students in good,academic standing have the opportunity to spend a,semester of study at an accredited institution,abroad. Information is available from,International Student Services.
Credits: 12
Prerequisites:
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Fashion Accessories Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 26/27
Standard 4 Year Pathway (full-time status)
Total Credits 120-122
First Year
First Semester = 15-16 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits SLP-007 CCS First Year Experience * 1 DFN-103 Drawing I: Materials & Methods 3 DFN-118 3D Design-Forms & Space 3 Select one (alternate courses):
FAD-101 Fashion Fundamentals: Apparel
FAD-102 Fashion Fundamentals: Accessories3 WRT-101 Composition I (CR) † 3 AHV-100 Introduction to Material Culture (CR) 3 Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits DFN-104 Drawing II: Drawing As Studio Practice 3 DFN-120 Design Color & Context 3 DFN-119 Digital Techniques 3 Select one (alternate courses):
FAD-102 Fashion Fundamentals: Accessories
FAD-101 Fashion Fundamentals: Apparel3 WRT-102 Composition II (CR) 3
Second Year
Third Year
Fifth Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits FAD-301S Tech Pack Design-Accessories 3 FAD-309 Fashion Brand Management 3 FAD-311S Junior Studio I-Accessories 3 Science Elective 200-400 (CE) 3 Humanities: Choose from approved list (CE) 3 Sixth Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits FAD-305 Fashion Trends 3 FAD-312S Junior Studio II-Accessories 3 Fashion Accessories Major Elective 3 General Education Elective 200-400 3 Open Elective 3
Fourth Year
Seventh Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits FAD-401 Advanced Collection Design 3 FAD-411S Senior Studio Precollection-Accessories 3 Fashion Accessories Major Elective 3 AHV 200-400 Art History & Visual Culture Course (CE) 3 General Education Elective 200-400 3 Eighth Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits FAD-402 The Collection 3 FAD-422S Thesis Collection Studio-Accessories 3 Fashion Accessories Major Elective 3 General Education Elective 200-400 3 Open Elective 3
Additional ”Program & Credit Requirement Details” attached; includes ”approved course lists” and ”recommended courses (RC)” for any requirements with noted selections. Enrolled students should view Self-Service (My Progress/Plan & Schedule) for complete program information; see catalog for additional course details and descriptions.
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.
Program & Credit Requirement Details
Degree Requirements Total credits required Requirement Details First Year Experience 1.0 SLP-007 is waived for eligible transfer students with 12.0 (or more) college. Foundations 15.0 Required for all majors. Successfully complete listed DFN Foundation courses for enrolled major; requirements may vary per major.
(TR) = Additional transfer consideration for DFN-138 & DFN-142, based on review of CDS majors.General Education 42.0 Liberal Arts courses required for all undergraduate majors; total credits may vary per program. General Education Undergrad CORE Requirements (CR) 12.0 Successfully complete WRT & AHV core general education prerequisites requirements (Composition pathways may vary based on completed assessments, test scores or transfer credits). General Education MAJOR Requirements (MR) 9.0 Successfully complete major specific Liberal Arts. Requirements vary per major. General Education Undergrad CORE Electives (CE) 9.0 Successfully complete core general education electives required for all UG majors (Science, Humanities, Art History & Visual Culture) as outlined on 4 year pathway/degree requirements: 3.0 cr. Science: Successfully complete one course from the SCI subject; 200-400 level 3.0 cr. Humanities Option: Successfully complete one of the following approved courses: LIT 239, LIT 203, DHS 201, DSS 215, DSS 240 or DPL 201 3.0 cr. Art History & Visual Culture: Successfully complete course from AHV subject, 200-400 level General Education Electives 12.0 Successfully complete any non-required 200-400 level Liberal Arts course from subject codes: AHV, BUS, DHS, DPL, DSS, SCI, WRT, LIT
(Total Gen.Ed Elective credits vary per major).Major § 57.0 Studio and/or lecture courses specific to major focus. Major Courses § 48.0 Successfully complete listed CDS courses in 4 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites) Major Electives 9.0 Non-required major courses with subject code CDS are considered major electives; exceptions require approval. Open Electives 6.0 Successfully complete 100-400 level courses from any Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture). Total Program Credits 121.0 Total credits required 120 – 122 ‡ Undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts program, GPA minimum requirement = 2.0 Footnotes
* ELS 101 Composition I for Multilingual Students 4.0 cr.
† WRT 101/102 Self Placement Survey available.
‡ Based on SLP 007 (1.0 cr.) and ELS 101 (4.0 cr.)
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Fashion Business Management
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 26/27
3 Year Pathway (full-time status)
Total Credits 90-92
First Year
Second Year
Third Year
Fifth Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits FAB-355 Fashion Retail Management & Innovation 3 FAB-465 Fashion Industry Immersion (Internship) 3 FAD-350 Fashion Portfolio 3 DSS-231 Fashion Ethics & Corporate Social Responsibility (MR) 3 Humanities: Choose from approved list (CE) 3 Sixth Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits FAB-354 Fashion Entrepreneurship 3 FAB-402 Fashion Thesis Studio (Capstone) 3 Fashion Business Major Elective 3 General Education Elective 3 Open Elective 3
Additional ”Program & Credit Requirement Details” attached; includes ”approved course lists” and ”recommended courses (RC)” for any requirements with noted selections. Enrolled students should view Self-Service (My Progress/Plan & Schedule) for complete program information; see catalog for additional course details and descriptions.
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.
Program & Credit Requirement Details
Degree Requirements Total credits required Requirement Details First Year Experience 1.0 SLP-007 is waived for eligible transfer students with 12.0 (or more) college. Foundations 3.0 Required for all majors. Successfully complete listed DFN Foundation courses for enrolled major; requirements may vary per major. General Education 30.0 Liberal Arts courses required for all undergraduate majors; total credits may vary per program. General Education Undergrad CORE Requirements (CR) 12.0 Successfully complete WRT & AHV core general education prerequisites requirements (Composition pathways may vary based on completed assessments, test scores or transfer credits). General Education MAJOR Requirements (MR) 12.0 Successfully complete major specific Liberal Arts. Requirements vary per major. General Education Undergrad CORE Electives (CE) 3.0 3.0 cr. Humanities Option: Successfully complete one of the following approved courses: LIT-239, LIT-203, DHS-201, DSS-215, DSS-240 OR DPL-201 (Total Core Elective requirements vary per BA major) General Education Electives 3.0 Successfully complete any non-required 200-400 level Liberal Arts course from subject codes: AHV, BUS, DHS, DPL, DSS, SCI, WRT, LIT
(Total Gen.Ed Elective credits vary per BA major).Major § 51.0 Studio and/or lecture courses specific to major focus. § Major Courses § 48.0 Successfully complete listed FAD courses in 3 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites). ¶ Major Electives 3.0 Non-required major courses with subject code FAD are considered major electives; exceptions require approval. Open Electives 6.0 Successfully complete 100-400 level courses from any Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture). Total Program Credits 91.0 Total credits required 90 – 92, based on SLP-007 (1.0 cr.) and ELS-101 (4.0 cr.) ‡ Undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts program, GPA minimum requirement = 2.0 Footnotes
* ELS 101 Composition I for Multilingual Students 4.0 cr.
† WRT 101/102 Self Placement Survey available.
‡ Based on SLP 007 (1.0 cr.) and ELS 101 (4.0 cr.)
§ Remaining Major course sequence impacts timeline to degree completion.
‖ Must be satisfied at the level listed; other electives must be taken within the range listed (exp. 200-400 level).
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Fashion Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 26/27
Standard 4 Year Pathway (full-time status)
Total Credits 120-122
First Year
First Semester = 15-16 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits SLP-007 CCS First Year Experience * 1 DFN-103 Drawing I: Materials & Methods 3 DFN-121 3D Design: Material & Methods 3 Select one (alternate courses):
FAD-101 Fashion Fundamentals: Apparel
FAD-102 Fashion Fundamentals: Accessories3 WRT-101 Composition I (CR) † 3 AHV-100 Introduction to Material Culture (CR) 3 Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits DFN-104 Drawing II: Drawing As Studio Practice 3 DFN-120 Design Color & Context 3 DFN-119 Digital Techniques 3 Select one (alternate courses):
FAD-102 Fashion Fundamentals: Accessories
FAD-101 Fashion Fundamentals: Apparel3 WRT-102 Composition II (CR) 3
Second Year
Third Year
Fifth Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits FAD-301A Tech Pack Design-Apparel 3 FAD-309 Fashion Brand Management 3 FAD-311A Junior Studio I-Apparel 3 Science Elective 200-400 (CE) 3 Humanities: Choose from approved list (CE) 3 Sixth Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits FAD-305 Fashion Trends 3 FAD-312A Junior Studio II-Apparel 3 Fashion Design Major Elective 3 General Education Elective 200-400 3 Open Elective 3
Fourth Year
Seventh Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits FAD-401 Advanced Collection Design 3 FAD-411A Senior Studio Precollection-Apparel 3 Fashion Design Major Elective 3 AHV 200-400 Art History & Visual Culture Course (CE) 3 General Education Elective 200-400 3 Eighth Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits FAD-402 The Collection 3 FAD-422A Thesis Collection Studio-Apparel 3 Fashion Design Major Elective 3 General Education Elective 200-400 3 Open Elective 3
Additional ”Program & Credit Requirement Details” attached; includes ”approved course lists” and ”recommended courses (RC)” for any requirements with noted selections. Enrolled students should view Self-Service (My Progress/Plan & Schedule) for complete program information; see catalog for additional course details and descriptions.
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.
Program & Credit Requirement Details
Degree Requirements Total credits required Requirement Details First Year Experience 1.0 SLP-007 is waived for eligible transfer students with 12.0 (or more) college. Foundations 15.0 Required for all majors. Successfully complete listed DFN Foundation courses for enrolled major; requirements may vary per major.
(TR) = Additional transfer consideration for DFN-138 & DFN-142, based on review of CDS majors.General Education 42.0 Liberal Arts courses required for all undergraduate majors; total credits may vary per program. General Education Undergrad CORE Requirements (CR) 12.0 Successfully complete WRT & AHV core general education prerequisites requirements (Composition pathways may vary based on completed assessments, test scores or transfer credits). General Education MAJOR Requirements (MR) 9.0 Successfully complete major specific Liberal Arts. Requirements vary per major. General Education Undergrad CORE Electives (CE) 9.0 Successfully complete core general education electives required for all UG majors (Science, Humanities, Art History & Visual Culture) as outlined on 4 year pathway/degree requirements: 3.0 cr. Science: Successfully complete one course from the SCI subject; 200-400 level 3.0 cr. Humanities Option: Successfully complete one of the following approved courses: LIT 239, LIT 203, DHS 201, DSS 215, DSS 240 or DPL 201 3.0 cr. Art History & Visual Culture: Successfully complete course from AHV subject, 200-400 level General Education Electives 12.0 Successfully complete any non-required 200-400 level Liberal Arts course from subject codes: AHV, BUS, DHS, DPL, DSS, SCI, WRT, LIT
(Total Gen.Ed Elective credits vary per major).Major § 57.0 Studio and/or lecture courses specific to major focus. Major Courses § 48.0 Successfully complete listed CDS courses in 4 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites) Major Electives 9.0 Non-required major courses with subject code CDS are considered major electives; exceptions require approval. Open Electives 6.0 Successfully complete 100-400 level courses from any Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture). Total Program Credits 121.0 Total credits required 120 – 122 ‡ Undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts program, GPA minimum requirement = 2.0 Footnotes
* ELS 101 Composition I for Multilingual Students 4.0 cr.
† WRT 101/102 Self Placement Survey available.
‡ Based on SLP 007 (1.0 cr.) and ELS 101 (4.0 cr.)
§ Remaining Major course sequence impacts timeline to degree completion. -
Film
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 26/27
Standard 4 Year Pathway (full-time status)
Total Credits 120-122
First Year
Second Year
Third Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits Choose two courses:
FLM-211 Film Graphics & VFX I
FLM-225 Sound Design I
FLM-235 Acting6 FLM-201 Intermediate Filmmaking 3 WRT-102 Composition II (CR) 3 Choose one:
AHV-203 Global Art History I (CR)
AHV-204 Global Art History II (CR)3 Fourth Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits Choose two courses:
FLM-212 Film Graphics & VFX II
FLM-226 Sound Design II
FLM-254 Playing the Self6 Choose one course:
FLM-278 Documentary Filmmaking I
FLM-288 Experimental Filmmaking I3 WRT-318 Screenwriting Workshop (MR) 3 General Education Elective 200-400 3
Third Year
Fifth Semester = 16.5 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits FLM-325 Narrative Filmmaking I 3 Choose one course:
FLM-279 Documentary Filmmaking II
FLM-289 Experimental Filmmaking II3 Film Major Elective 3 AHV-306 Introduction to Film (MR) 3 Humanities: Choose from approved list (CE) 3
Fourth Year
Seventh Semester = 15 Credit Hours
Course Requirement Credits FLM-403 Film Thesis I 3 Film Major Elective 3 AHV-200-400 level Art History/Visual Culture Elective (CE) 3 General Education Elective 200-400 3 Open Elective 3
Additional ”Program & Credit Requirement Details” attached; includes ”approved course lists” and ”recommended courses (RC)” for any requirements with noted selections. Enrolled students should view Self-Service (My Progress/Plan & Schedule) for complete program information; see catalog for additional course details and descriptions.
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.
Program & Credit Requirement Details
Degree Requirements Total credits required Requirement Details First Year Experience 1.0 SLP-007 is waived for eligible transfer students with 12.0 (or more) college. Foundations 15.0 Required for all majors. Successfully complete listed DFN Foundation courses for enrolled major; requirements may vary per major. General Education 42.0 Liberal Arts courses required for all undergraduate majors; total credits may vary per program. General Education Undergrad CORE Requirements (CR) 9.0 Successfully complete WRT & AHV core general education prerequisites requirements (Composition pathways may vary based on completed assessments, test scores or transfer credits). General Education MAJOR Requirements (MR) 9.0 Successfully complete major specific Liberal Arts. Requirements vary per major. General Education Undergrad CORE Electives (CE) 9.0 Successfully complete core general education electives required for all UG majors (Science, Humanities, Art History & Visual Culture) as outlined on 4 year pathway/degree requirements: 3.0 cr. Science: Successfully complete one course from the SCI subject; 200-400 level 3.0 cr. Humanities Option: Successfully complete one of the following approved courses: LIT 239, LIT 203, DHS 201, DSS 215, DSS 240 or DPL 201 3.0 cr. Art History & Visual Culture: Successfully complete course from AHV subject, 200-400 level General Education Electives 12.0 Successfully complete any non-required 200-400 level Liberal Arts course from subject codes: AHV, BUS, DHS, DPL, DSS, SCI, WRT, LIT
(Total Gen.Ed Elective credits vary per major).Major § 57.0 Studio and/or lecture courses specific to major focus. Major Courses § 45.0 Successfully complete listed FLM courses in 4 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites) Major Electives 12.0 Non-required major courses with subject code FLM are considered major electives; exceptions require approval. Open Electives 6.0 Successfully complete 100-400 level courses from any Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture). Total Program Credits 121.0 Total credits required 120 – 122 ‡ Undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts program, GPA minimum requirement = 2.0 Footnotes
* ELS 101 Composition I for Multilingual Students 4.0 cr.
† WRT 101/102 Self Placement Survey available.
‡ Based on SLP 007 (1.0 cr.) and ELS 101 (4.0 cr.)
§ Remaining Major course sequence impacts timeline to degree completion. -
FLM-103 FILM LANGUAGE & TECHNIQUES
This course introduces students to the necessary,vocabulary and tools to analyze and appreciate the,art of filmmaking. Through weekly screenings,,readings, discussions, and hands-on camera,exercises, students develop critical skills and,language related to the production and,comprehension of contemporary filmmaking,,including production roles, terminology,,techniques, and an introduction to history and,theory. This course meets twice a week, structured,as lecture and studio days.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: