Learning Outcomes
Upon graduation, the art student will be able to demonstrate:
- Mastery of skills in his/her chosen area of emphasis.
- Familiarity with the history of art and the ability to discuss it within the context of their work.
- Ability to write articulately about art.
- Ability to present self and work professionally.
- Ability to develop a cohesive body of work.
Curriculum
- Emphases include fine arts, art education, commercial art and photography.
- Students are required to have a senior art show and portfolio approved by the art faculty.
- Trips are taken to the Chicago Art Institute, and Milwaukee galleries and museums.
- Students have the opportunity to study abroad. Past trips include Italy, Greece and Egypt.
- All majors are encouraged to attend art exhibition openings and/or workshops and field trips sponsored or approved by the art program.
- Courses are offered that utilize technological media.
Internships
- Commercial art and photography majors are required to complete a work-oriented experience.
- Past placements have included Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Graphics Factory and Hamilton-Mueller Design Agency.
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