Art and Design
College of Arts and Sciences
The Faculty of Arts and Letters
Fine and Performing Arts Center, Room 233
570-422-3759
www.esu.edu/art
About the Program
The Bachelor of Arts in Art and Design has three concentrations: Design, Fine Art and Art History.
The Design concentration develops skills in the field of graphic design. A combination of hands on techniques and up to date industry standard design software provide students with a strong foundation for careers in visual communication. Courses in studio art and art history develop aesthetic and cultural literacy that are valued by professionals in the field. A required internship gives students real-world experiences and potential employment opportunities.
The Fine Art concentration allows students to create their own individualized program in studio art by taking courses in a variety of artistic disciplines. Students who plan careers as studio or fine craft artists, in art therapy, teaching or any field which values creativity may choose this concentration. A senior capstone project gives students the opportunity to create a consummate record of their achievement which can be used for exhibition opportunities or entrance to graduate school.
The Art History concentration develops students' knowledge of major periods in art and architecture of the past to the present and an acquaintance with the art of non-Western cultures. Art history majors may develop careers in museums, galleries, restoration, journalism, education or arts administration. A senior capstone project requires students to complete a written thesis and/or curatorial experience.
Required Art History courses strengthen both the studio and design components by developing the student’s aesthetic literacy. Highly qualified faculty and small class sizes provide individualized instruction that fosters enrichment and artistic growth.
Choose Art at ESU
- Qualified, experienced faculty
- Small class size
- Close faculty interaction
- Opportunities for exhibiting work in the Madelon Powers Gallery
- Specialized art studios and computer lab
- 3D Printing and fabrication lab
- Student design agency
Career Opportunities:
- Graphic and advertising design
- Product design
- Studio/fine craft artist
- Art therapy
- Art museum and gallery
- Arts management
- Art residencies/teaching
More information is available from the department.
Facilities
Our facilities include four well-equipped specialized art studios, a state-of-the-art 3D fabrication lab, computer lab and “smart classrooms” for lectures. The Madelon Powers Gallery features a series of exhibitions.