2026-2027 Academic Catalog
This course looks at some of the sexual, social,,and cultural dilemmas facing women as writers,,artists and individuals, based upon the literature,written both by and about them. Readings include,novels and a series of short fiction, essays,,poetry, etc.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: WRT 102 and any 200 level Liberal Arts (General Education),subject.
We orient ourselves, we define ourselves, in,emotional, temporal, physical space. This course,explores important American texts which convey a,strong sense of place, or, in other words,,emotional, political and/or cultural environments,,from the early urbanism and social realism of,Sister Carrie, to the rise of modernism, urban,anonymity, and apocalyptic fantasies in The Day of,the Locust, and ultimately, to post modern,experiments, including the graphic novel, which,test the boundaries of our accepted notions of,time and space and identity.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Any 300 level Liberal Arts (General Education),subject.
This course introduces students to major African,American authors of the 20th and 21st centuries,,including Morrison, Ellison, Wright, Hurston,,Mosley, and Gaines. The course surveys an,extensive collection of social and cultural,viewpoints present in American authors of African,descent.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Any 300 level Liberal Arts (General Education),subject.
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:
Catalog Year 26/27
Total Credits 30
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | CMD 604 | Trend Research Methods | 3 |
| REQ | CMD 605 | Color Lab: Theory & Science | 3 |
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | CMD 606 | Material Lab: Crafted Science | 3 |
| REQ | CMD 610 | Adv. Digital Vix. for CMF | 3 |
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choose One: | CMD 609 | Digital Visualization for Color & Material Design * | |
| CMD 775 | Color & Materials Design Internship † | 3-4 | |
| IXDOL 624 | Data Driven Design (DL) |
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | CMD 601 | Studio I: CMD Experience | 3 |
| REQ | DGR 613 | Graduate Seminar | 3 |
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | CMD 602 | Studio II: CMD Brand Narratives | 3 |
| Choose One: | DGR 644 | Rapid Prototyping: PLA-Y † | 3 |
| —— | Assigned Elective * |
Summer Semester = 3 Credit Hours
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | DGR 650 | Final Project | 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).
REQ Must be taken in listed semester.
* Can take in alternate semester, based on availability.
† Is an elective offering.
(DL) Distance learning course (online only).
Studio or lecture course assigned from a specific list of approved courses. Students are required to meet with their graduate department chair for final confirmation of elective selection, prior to registration.
Students enrolled in graduate level programs must maintain the required 3.0 cumulative GPA.
Catalog Year 26/27
Total Credits 30-31
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| DGR 601 * | Graduate Communication | 1 | |
| CLA 605 | Design for Sustainability I | 3 | |
| CLA 621 | Zero-Waste Design (Materials & Processes) | 3 | |
| CLA 631 | Circular Economies and Design | 3 | |
| DGR 613 | Graduate Seminar | 3 | |
| DGR 635 | Design Thinking | 3 |
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLA 606 | Design for Sustainability II | 3 | |
| CLA 612 | Introduction to Earth Science | 3 | |
| CLA 626 | Climate Narratives | 3 | |
| GRD 608 | Co-Creation & Participatory Design | 3 | |
| DGR 650 | Final Project | 3 |
Students enrolled in graduate level programs must maintain the required 3.0 cumulative GPA.
* Contingent upon the English Proficiency Exam.
Catalog Year 26/27
Total Credits 30-31
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| DGR 601 * | Graduate Communication | 1 | |
| GID 601 | Interdisciplinary Studio I | 3 | |
| GID 609 | Multimedia Communication | 3 | |
| DGR 613 | Graduate Seminar | 3 | |
| DGR 635 | Design Thinking | 3 | |
| — — | Graduate Course Offering | 3 |
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| GID 602 | Interdisciplinary Studio II | 3 | |
| GID 612 | Intermedia | 3 | |
| DGR 650 | Final Project | 3 | |
| — — | Elective | 3 | |
| — — | Graduate Course Option | 3 |
Students will work with their Graduate Department Chair to determine course selections for this requirement and develop a plan of work for their program. Must be approved prior to registration by the Graduate Department Chair.
Studio or Lecture course from the Graduate (or Undergraduate) level. Must be approved prior to registration by the Graduate Department Chair. Additional permission may be required for confirmed UG credits.
Students enrolled in graduate level programs must maintain the required 3.0 cumulative GPA.
* Contingent upon the English Proficiency Exam.
Catalog Year 26/27
Total Credits 30-31
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| DGR 601 * | Graduate Communication | 1 | |
| GRT 601 | Studio I: Exterior Messaging | 3 | |
| GRT 605 | Digital Viscom I | 3 | |
| GRT 607 | Analytical Drawing & Rendering I | 3 | |
| DGR 613 | Graduate Seminar | 3 | |
| 7 WK -F1 | GRT 609 | Transportation Design Seminar | 1.5 |
| 7 WK -F2 | GRT 611 | 3D Rendering & Animation I | 1.5 |
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRT 606 | Digital Viscom II | 3 | |
| GRT 608 | Analytical Drawing & Rendering II | 3 | |
| DGR 620 | Graduate Research Methods | 3 | |
| DGR 650 | Final Project | 3 | |
| 7 WK -F1 | GRT 610 | Portfolio Development | 1.5 |
| 7 WK -F2 | GRT 612 | 3D Rendering & Animation II | 1.5 |
Students enrolled in graduate level programs must maintain the required 3.0 cumulative GPA.
* Contingent upon the English Proficiency Exam.
Catalog Year 26/27
12-31 credit hours †
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| DGR 601 * | Graduate Communication | 1 | |
| GRT 519E / GRT 519I | Graduate Foundation Studio I | 3 | |
| GRT 521 | Grad Foundation: Visual Communication I | 3 | |
| GRT 531 | Grad Foundation: Digital Modeling I | 3 | |
| — — | Assigned Elective | 3 | |
| — — | Assigned Elective | 3 |
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRT 520E / GRT 520I | Graduate Foundation Studio II | 3 | |
| GRT 522 | Graduate Foundation: Visual Communication II | 3 | |
| GRT 532 | Graduate Foundation: Digital Modeling II | 3 | |
| — — | Assigned Elective | 3 | |
| — — | Assigned Elective | 3 |
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRT 601 | Studio I: Exterior Messaging | 3 | |
| GRT 605 | Digital Viscom I | 3 | |
| GRT 607 | Analytical Drawing & Rendering I | 3 | |
| DGR 613 | Graduate Seminar | 3 | |
| 7 WK -F1 | GRT 609 | Transportation Design Seminar | 1.5 |
| 7 WK -F2 | GRT 611 | 3D Rendering & Animation I | 1.5 |
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRT 606 | Digital Viscom II | 3 | |
| GRT 608 | Analytical Drawing & Rendering II | 3 | |
| DGR 620 | Graduate Research Methods | 3 | |
| DGR 650 | Final Project | 3 | |
| 7 WK -F1 | GRT 610 | Portfolio Development | 1.5 |
| 7 WK -F2 | GRT 612 | 3D Rendering & Animation II | 1.5 |
Studio or lecture course assigned from a specific list of approved courses. Students are required to meet with their graduate department chair for final confirmation of elective selection, prior to registration.
Students enrolled in graduate level programs must maintain the required 3.0 cumulative GPA.
* Contingent upon the English Proficiency Exam.
† Year One is customized based on the Department Chair’s recommendation and Plan of Work.
Catalog Year 26/27
Total Credits 30
Fall Semester = 6 Credit Hours
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | IXD 606 | UX Research | 3 |
| REQ | IXD 605 | User Interface Design I | 3 |
Winter Semester = 6 Credit Hours
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | IXD 608 | User Interface Design II | 3 |
| Choose One: | IXD 636 | Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| IXD 625 | Sound Design for Interaction | ||
| DGR 644 | Rapid Prototyping: PLA-Y † |
Summer Semester = 3-4 Credit Hours
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choose One: | IXDOL 624 | Data Driven Design (DL) | 3-4 |
| IXD 775 | Graduate Internship * | ||
| — — | Elective * |
Fall Semester = 6 Credit Hours
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | IXD 601 | UX Design Studio I | 3 |
| Choose One: | DGR 635 | Design Thinking | 3 |
| IXD 715 | Extended Reality Design |
Winter Semester = 6 Credit Hours
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | IXD 602 | UX Design Studio II | 3 |
| Choose One: | IXD 636 | Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| IXD 625 | Sound Design for Interaction | ||
| DGR 644 | Rapid Prototyping: PLA-Y † |
Summer Semester = 3 Credit Hours
| Earned | Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| REQ | DGR 650 | Final Project | 3 |
Studio or Lecture course from the Graduate (or Undergraduate) level. Must be approved prior to registration by the Graduate Department Chair. Additional permission may be required for confirmed UG credits.
Students enrolled in graduate level programs must maintain the required 3.0 cumulative GPA.
REQ Must be taken in listed semester.
* Can take in alternate semesters, based on availability.
† is an elective offering.
(DL) distance learning course (online only).
