Art department

Academic paths within the art major

We are one of the few liberal arts colleges in the U.S. to offer a distinctive sequence in graphic design. When pursuing a major, graduates of this sequence earn a Bachelor of Arts degree. A graphic design minor is also offered. Another path students take is our arts management certificate program.

You’ll want to look into the annual Donald P. Taylor Scholarship, which is awarded to one or more art students at SNC.

The art discipline at SNC emphasizes technical craft as well as contemporary art and design theory and practice. In the tradition of the liberal arts, our students are creative makers and doers whose work complements their other classes and larger experiences.

Major requirements/ Minor requirements

Graphic design major

Courses

•ART 110 History of Western ArtorART 115 History of Modern Art•ART 112 History of Modern DesignorART 205 Art, Technology and Society• ART 130 Introduction to Design• ART 131 Introduction to Studio Art• ART 134 Basic Drawing• ART 235 Computer Graphics• ART 280 Introduction to Photography and Digital Imaging• ART 335 Advertising Design• ART 460 Digital Studio• ART 480 Advanced Studio• ART 485 Design for the Web• ART 499 Senior Art Capstone (required for all majors)

Any Studio Course at the 300 level or above

One of the following courses:• ART 224 Introduction to Sculpture• ART 230 Beginning Printmaking• ART 240 Introductory PaintingTotal Credits Required: 52Art majors will complete a required portfolio review during sophomore year. Majors must also submit an exhibition proposal for approval before registering for ART 499.

Graphic design minor

Courses

•ART 112 History of Modern DesignorART 205 Art, Technology and Society• ART 130 Introduction to Design• ART 235 Computer Graphics• ART 280 Introduction to Photography and Digital Imaging• ART 335 Advertising Design• ART 460 Digital Studio• ART 485 Design for the WebTotal Credits Required: 28

Arts management

In the arts, art is just the start

Artists need a platform – to be seen, to be heard, to be appreciated. That is the critical role of arts management. With an arts management certificate from SNC, you can find countless opportunities in this exciting field. Perhaps you’ll be CEO of a symphony orchestra or development director for an arts non-profit ... owner of a music academy or art gallery ... manager of a touring theatre company ... director of a museum. Marketers, agents, executive directors, conservators and event coordinators are just a small selection of the skilled professionals that make the arts management industry hum.

In the certificate program, you’ll learn about the inner workings of arts organizations and how societal factors impact them. You’ll be taught strategic and marketing planning and implementation, operational and financial goal setting and strategies, and stakeholder management.

Academic paths with an arts management certificate

You can earn a certificate in arts management at SNC and pursue work in a variety of different sectors post-graduation. True to our liberal arts focus, this certificate program also allows you to choose electives that align with your areas of academic interest in art, music, and theater, as well as in leadership, entrepreneurship, ethics, communication, human resources and other facets of organizational management.

Elevate your arts management education

Internships are a particularly meaningful way to add real-world experience to your classroom learning in arts management. Our region is rich with arts organizations in which you can gain insight and expertise, including symphonies, theaters, galleries, museums, performing arts centers and more. The college’s own arts offerings are extensive, as well, and provide an excellent environment for observation and learning.