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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
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AR 372 Research Methodologies in Studio Art (1)
Develops conceptual and critical analysis skills crucial to the maturation of the studio
artist; culminates in the production of both a visual portfolio and written work
demonstrating conceptual sophistication.
All studio art majors are required to take this
course in the spring of their third year of study. Prerequisites: AR 111, 112, 150, 250, and
three 300-level courses in studio concentration or permission of the art faculty.
AR 435 Advanced Printmaking (1)
A studio experience focusing on print processes in order to develop the student’s
understanding of the relationship between techniques and concepts. Prerequisite: AR 330,
AR 331, AR 332, AR 333, or AR 334.
AR 471 Senior Studio I (1)
A course for B.A. and B.F.A. studio art degree candidates that leads to the production of
a series of related works in the student’s area of specialization. For the B.A. student, the
course fulfills the senior capstone experience and will culminate in a public talk and a
written formal statement. A public exhibition of completed work is optional. For the
B.F.A. student, the course is the first of three courses (AR 471, AR 472, and AR 499)
that comprise the senior capstone experience; the completion of all three courses will
culminate in a public exhibition, a public talk, a formal artist’s statement, and a written
thesis. The major components of this course will include weekly critiques, a written
statement of purpose, and the development of a formal statement that outlines the
conceptual and visual basis of the student’s work. Instructor consent required.
Prerequisites: completion of three 300-level or above courses in studio concentration and
senior standing. Fall.
AR 472 Senior Studio II (1)
A continuation of work initiated in AR 471 culminating in the student’s participation in
the B.F.A. Exhibition, an artist portfolio, presentation, and thesis to be reviewed by the
art faculty. Prerequisite: AR 471. Spring.
AR 499 Senior Project in Art (1)
A capstone experience in art; subject to approval by the major professor. The B.F.A.
candidate either continues project work from AR 471 or takes on a course of study
supportive of the senior studio experience. Prerequisite: senior standing. Exploration
term.
ARB - Arabic
ARB 101 Elementary Arabic I (1)
An introduction to the sounds and structure of Arabic language and its varieties (formal
and colloquial), as well as to the culture of Arabic-speaking peoples. Skills emphasized
are reading, writing, speaking, and oral comprehension. Instructor consent required.