2015-2016 Graduate Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
School of Art and Design
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Stephanie James, Director Department of Art
102 Shaffer Art Building, 315-443-4613
http://vpa.syr.edu/art
James Fathers, Director Department of Design
The Warehouse, 315-443-2455
http://vpa.syr.edu/design
Heath Hanlin, Chair Department of Transmedia
102 Shaffer Art Building, 315-443-1033
http://vpa.syr.edu/transmedia
The School of Art and Design is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, has a long tradition of offering students the opportunity to develop their artistic talents and obtain a broad liberal arts education. Students learn from faculty members who are not only teachers, but also practicing artists and designers, with work in major museums, international exhibitions, and professional commercial venues. In addition, the school works in cooperation with the SU Art Galleries, Syracuse University Library’s Special Collections Resource Center; LightWork; and the Sue Ann Genet Costume Collection.
As a professional school within a major university, the School of Art and Design offers a wealth of academic resources and endless opportunities and activities. Students are actively involved in mastering their chosen discipline and receive a liberal education that is integral to the development of artists and designers. They have one-on-one interaction with the school’s active, professional faculty and numerous visiting artists.
The School of Art and Design has a tradition of excellence that goes back more than 130 years; in fact, Syracuse University was the first university in the country to grant a bachelor of fine arts (B.F.A.) degree.
School of Art and Design students are encouraged to explore interdisciplinary study within the school and University as well as pursue opportunities for internships and study abroad experiences. Students may also take advantage of the courses, programs, and events offered through COLAB, an interdisciplinary initiative based in the College of Visual and Performing Arts that encourages students and faculty to use their diverse skills and perspectives to solve complex, real-world problems creatively and collaboratively. The School of Art and Design is committed to ensuring that students receive a comprehensive education in art and design in all of their disciplinary forms. In studio courses where students are involved in representing their own issues and identities, diversity is by nature an integral component of each class. In lecture-based studies courses, the work of underrepresented groups and issues of gender and sexual orientation are incorporated into the curricula. In addition, specific concerns of diversity are addressed in the courses listed below:
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- ART 105 - Color & Light
- ART 111 - History of Modern Art: 1850-Present
- ART 112 - Special Topics in History of Art
- ART 113 - History of Modern Design: 1850-Present
- ART 114 - Special Topics in History of Design
- ART 250 - Filmmaking: Cinematic Modes
- ART 300 - Selected Topics (e.g., Art and Politics)
- ART 361 - Studio Symposium
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- PTG 300 - Decoding Images
- EDI 553 - Philosophy and Research
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- DES 248 - Design Issues
Department of Art
Contact
Stephanie James, Director
102 Shaffer Art Building, 315-443-4613
http://vpa.syr.edu/art
The Department of Art offers an exciting, energetic culture of students who are encouraged to cross conventional boundaries with their work. They are motivated, curious, and committed to artistic growth. The department takes a genuine interest in teaching students what being a professional artist means so that they are prepared for the future. Curricula are designed to allow students to take classes within the larger University, which gives students exposure to the liberal arts as well as courses in business and entrepreneurship. All programs have student organizations that participate in community service projects and the selection of visiting artists, who are a critical component of the department. The department also engages in numerous educational partnerships with Syracuse schools and agencies.
Department of Design
Contact
James Fathers, Director
The Warehouse, First Floor, 315-443-2455
http://vpa.syr.edu/design
In the Department of Design, located in the School of Art and Design, faculty and students form an inquisitive and intelligent community that is concerned with the world around it. Many of the departments’ professionally oriented programs are top-ranked in the United States and have a long history at Syracuse University. The diverse programs in the department share a commitment to professional excellence and use of socially conscious and sustainable design practices. The department maintains a special relationship with the Syracuse community through the activities of its various student groups - including chapters of professional design organizations - that continually work on projects with not-for-profit agencies as well as funded research design collaborations. All of the departments programs are housed in The Warehouse in downtown Syracuse that allows students and faculty to benefit from a city atmosphere and interactions with local design firms.
Department of Transmedia
Contact
Heath Hanlin, Chair
102 Shaffer Art Building, 315-443-1033
http://vpa.syr.edu/transmedia
Students in the Department of Transmedia forge a strong vision and the capacity to act intelligently as an artist. The department is committed to providing a meaningful exploration of media arts with strong, professional artistic practice. Each curriculum in the department is shaped to offer greater flexibility for unique academic experiences, including core courses in transmedia theory and practices. Faculty encourage students to exhibit work on and off campus and arrange for visiting artists to give lectures and critiques. They are also actively involved in the Syracuse community, organizing screenings, film festivals, and exhibitions, which give students additional opportunities for creative exploration and involvement.
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