2026-2027 Academic Catalog

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  • DIL-484 ILLUSTRATION STUDIO B

    This course is a continuation of DIL 483. With the,assistance of the instructor, students continue to,explore and revise their artist statements and,body of work started in Illustration Studio A. ,The work (or portfolio) created in this course,establishes the artist’s point of entry into their,chosen market(s) or path within the illustration,industry. The students’ artist statements will,demonstrate a knowledge of current industry,practice, and students are encouraged to explore,how their chosen direction relates to race,,gender, sexual orientation/Identity, community,development, disability/differently-abled, climate,change/justice/sustainability, global cultures,,and economic class.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DIL 340, DIL 342

  • DIL-485 STORYTELLING FOR COMICS 1

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

    ,WINTER 2027,

    ,STORYTELLING FOR COMICS 1,,

    ,Students will be engaged in a comprehensive,exploration of the elements of comics storytelling,through several exercises and assignments.,Students will learn about various techniques,,mechanics, structures, and vocabulary employed in,the production of published comics media in all,genres (such as adventure, humor, science fiction,,horror, crime, non-fiction, etc.).and types (such,as mainstream, independent, underground, web,comics, etc.) However, although drawing techniques,will be discussed and certainly employed, this,course is primarily designed to teach the,mechanics of the storytelling process from script,to finished art. This course is one of two courses,in Storytelling For Comics.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DIL-231, DIL-246 and DIL-261

  • DIL-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:

  • DIL-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.,
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    , SUMMER 2026,
    ,Art and Design in Japan,
    ,In this Faculty-Led study abroad program, students,will travel around Japan and see the sights that,Tokyo, Mount Fuji, and Kyoto have to offer. The,program will expose students to many aspects of,Japanese culture such as tea ceremonies, kyo-mai,dance, temples, and the art and design that embody,Japan. Students will also visit museums including,the Tokyo National Museum which holds the largest,collection of art in the country. This program,will serve as a great experiential learning,opportunity to explore more about art and design,in another culture.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: SLP 007

  • DIL-505 AICAD EXCHANGE

    Through the College’s affiliation with the,Association of Independent Colleges of Art and,Design, junior or first-semester senior students,in good academic standing have the opportunity to,spend a semester (fall or winter) or full year,studying at another member institution in the,United States or abroad. Application information,is available in the Academic Advising and,Registration Office.

    Credits: 12

    Prerequisites: DIL 246, DIL 247, DIL 261, DIL 270, DIL 281

  • DIL-515 STUDY ABROAD

    Junior or first-semester senior students in good,academic standing have the opportunity to spend a,semester (fall or winter) or a full year of study,at an accredited institution abroad. Information,is available from International Student Services.

    Credits: 12

    Prerequisites: DIL 246, DIL 247, DIL 261, DIL 270, DIL 281

  • DIN-127 FRESHMAN INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO I

    In this course, students are introduced to the,technical drawing and graphic communication skills,required for success in the field of interior,design. A variety of black and white media used,to communicate design concepts and create ideation,sketches and presentation techniques are explored.,Emphasis is on understanding concepts that develop,creative thinking processes.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • DIN-128 FRESHMAN INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO II

    This course emphasizes further exploration of,technical illustration approaches that can be,combined to produce informative presentations.,Focus is on perspective techniques, section and,isometric drawing, developing color plans,,elevations and illustrations for presentations. A,variety of approaches to color media may be,introduced, along with continued hand-lettering,exercises from which students develop presentation,skills appropriate to the interior design field.,Prismacolor, markers, pastel and watercolor may be,incorporated.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DIN 127

  • DIN-130 RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO

    In this course, emphasis is placed on residential,design projects in which students develop methods,for creative problem solving. Students learn to,create plans and package their ideas from,preliminary design concepts. The study of basic,design elements and principles are considered.,Contemporary issues relative to interior design,are explored and issues related to human,needs-diverse users from an inclusive design,standpoint, functions and spatial proportions in,the built environment.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DIN 127

  • DIN-205 TEXTILES

    Textile design and construction, cultural and,period specific contexts are surveyed in,this course. Students will identify and explore,woven, knitted, off-loom and finishing techniques,,as well as performance characteristics, basic,textile chemistry and testing procedure. Health,and safety standards that affect the selection,,specification and application of textiles in the,interior environment are examined.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: