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Artists experience life differently. Theyappreciate the vibrancy of color, studyshapes and forms, and are compelled tocreate. As an artist, you’re eager to shareyour vision with the world. Utah ValleyUniversity’s Department of Art & Designis here to help you unleash your talents.3

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CHOOSE YOUR TRACKArt and design is a diverse field with several emphases that can lead to dynamic careersand professional success. Upon graduation, students are prepared for careers as art directors, gallery managers, illustrators, painters, photographers, sculptors, printmakers,web designers, comic book artists, concept artists, animators, illustrators, teachers,writers, photojournalists, studio owners, and many more.There are three areas of emphasis for an associate degree within the Department ofArt & Design. Each program is designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs in theircorresponding industry in two years.Associate of Applied ScienceGraphic designIllustrationPhotographyThere are three different types of bachelor degrees within the Department of Art & Design.BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BS) IN ART EDUCATIONShare your love of art with others. The Bachelor of Science in Art Education prepares students to qualify forteaching licensure for 7th–12th grade. The curriculumis designed to give students a background in generaleducation, as well as secondary education. Studentscan also focus on a single studio area within visual artssuch as painting and drawing, illustration, photography,graphic design, or printmaking.BACHELOR OF ART (BA) IN ART HISTORYArt history unlocks the understanding of visual culture, human achievement, and human expression. TheBachelor of Art in Art History degree helps studentsprepare for an array of arts-related jobs, including artdealership, art directorship, and work in museums andgalleries. It also provides the necessary foundation forgraduate studies in art history, which, in turn, helps students prepare for a career in postsecondary teaching,museum curatorship, and museum directorship.5

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE/ARTS IN ART & DESIGNA degree in art provides training in creative and criticalthinking, problem solving and visual communication,providing a sound background for careers both in andoutside of the arts. Students who elect to earn a bachelor of arts degree are required to complete a foreign language requirement, while those who earn a bachelor ofscience degree have the option to take more electives.These degrees allow students to explore a few areaswithin the department and gain a more well-rounded education in the visual arts.Painting and DrawingPainting and drawing students study, experiment, anddevelop skills in a range of media to create an expressionof ideas and emotions through 2D art. Within the paintingand drawing program, students emphasize one of fourareas: drawing, water media, painting, or printmaking.In their senior year, BFA students receive one-on-oneinstruction from the professor of their choice. Studentsexplore their personal artistic identity while learning therigor and attention to detail needed to put together a soloexhibition as their culminating experience.BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS (BFA)Graphic DesignThe graphic design program provides a detailed exploration of communication, form, and expression throughanalog and digital methodologies. Students will engagein critical thinking to communicate visually through rigorous research methods and to develop a personal process. The program provides exposure to the disciplinethrough technical competence, investigation of theoryand art history, collaboration, professional practice,play, and conceptual thinking. This competitive program prepares students for the challenges of a designcareer and future graduate education.PhotographyPhotography students learn by doing. With faculty members who are active photographers in the commercial andfine arts fields, the program is growing into one of thestrongest in Utah. Partnerships with local businesses, lectures by some of the biggest names in photography, andon-site travel course experiences push students outsidetheir comfort zone and expose them to a wide variety ofphotographic approaches and styles. Students also haveaccess to equipment, darkrooms, and a studio where theycan experiment with lighting and processing techniques.IllustrationThe illustration program is ideal for students wanting topursue careers in traditional illustration, digital illustration,or animation and storyboarding. Figure drawing, children’sbook illustration, anatomy and figure structure, flash animation, 3D computer rendering, and advanced illustrationare just a few of the classes available to students.Sculpture and CeramicsThe sculpture and ceramics program is for studentswho like to get their hands dirty. UVU’s program helpsstudents build a strong foundation of design fundamentals, technical skills, and the use of materials.Whether throwing clay on a potter’s wheel or listeningto a class lecture, students discover endless sources ofcreative ideas while taking courses in low-fire ceramics,mold making, casting, ceramic technologies, and more.For more information, visit uvu.edu/artdesign/degrees6

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SCHOLARSHIPSPerformance scholarships are awarded to students whodemonstrate exceptional talent based on performanceand perceived potential. To be considered for an Artand Design scholarship, applicants must submit a UVUScholarship Application online.ART & DESIGN SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTSMinimum of a 2.5 cumulative GPAMust be a Utah residentMust be an Art and Design department majorLearn more at uvu.edu/artdesign/studentsSTEPS TO APPLY1. Complete the UVU Admissions Applicationat uvu.edu/admissions2. Complete the UVU Scholarship Applicationby February 13. Submit a portfolio of work with Applicationby February 14. Complete the BFA application and submit aportfolio for review in MarchIf you have questions about the scholarship or application process, contact your area coordinator.GET INVOLVEDSTUDY ABROADThe Department of Art and Design offers a variety oftravel experiences, both for credit and not for credit.The annual Art & Design excursion to Italy introducesstudents to the history of art and architecture throughvisits to churches, museums, and other monuments.Other programs include painting in Italy and France,photography and illustration in the British Isles, and arthistory and photography in northern Europe.For more information on UVU’s Study Abroad programs,visit AVEL EXCURSIONSThe department also regularly offers travel excursionsand student trip opportunities. Previous trips includeNew York, San Francisco, Moab, Capitol Reef Field Station, and the national parks in Utah.ART BOOKArt and Design students and faculty have collaborated for years to create a series of published art books.These projects offer opportunities to participate inengaged learning experiences, develop portfolio pieces, build relationships with faculty, and travel to findartistic inspiration. Previous students have navigatedacross the Western Front, toured national parks in Utah,and chased the Arthurian legend throughout the UnitedKingdom, surveyed American sites connected to theCivil War and Civil Rights, and explored the fairy taleroad of the Brothers Grimm in Germany.

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OPPORTUNITIES IN THE DEPARTMENTOF ART & DESIGNINTERNSHIPSStudents working as employees of a business, agency, or institution performing duties that directly relateto the student’s area of study may receive electivecredit toward their major. Internship credit is grantedthrough completion of up to six credit hours of ART281R or up to six credit hours of ART 481R or a combination of credit from each (six credits maximum ineach area). All internship credit must be pre-approvedthrough the appropriate area coordinator and verifiedwith the Art & Design internship coordinator beforeregistration.EXHIBITIONSArt & Design students have the opportunity to displaytheir work publicly in different venues.UVU MUSEUM OF ART AT LAKEMOUNT MANORThe UVU Museum of Art is a dynamic institution recognized for engaged and diverse exhibitions, programs,and partnerships. The eight-acre estate provides a beautiful backdrop for pieces of artwork created by students,faculty and guest artists, to be admired by communitymembers.Learn more at uvu.edu/newmuseum10GALLERY 402Gallery 402 will be used primarily for BFA shows forgraduating students. It will also host smaller group andexperimental shows.THE ART & DESIGN GALLERYThe Art & Design Gallery will host a range of exhibitions,focusing primarily on student BFA shows, group shows,area shows (such as illustration, photography, graphicdesign, etc.), and special exhibitions related to visitingartists. Hosted talks, guest lectures, and other eventsare planned as part of the exhibition lineup.

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A MESSAGE FROM THE DEPARTMENT CHAIRIn the Art & Design Department at Utah Valley University, we seek to cultivate the creation and appreciation of thevisual arts.With degree offerings in graphic design, illustration, photography, painting and drawing, ceramics and sculpture, arteducation, and art history, we prepare students for a wide variety of careers and professional pathways. We focus onbuilding the knowledge and skills needed to excel.The arts inspire and challenge us. They provide places of harmony and repose, but they also call us to action,defying us to think in new ways. The arts teach us, encourage us, and unite us. At UVU, we explore the power andrelevance of art and design in contemporary society and culture. We meld traditional methods with innovative approaches to create unique learning experiences.As you consider your educational options at Utah Valley University, I encourage you to explore our website, meetwith our advisors, reach out to our faculty, and talk with your family and friends about the value of becoming an Art& Design major or incorporating creative studies into your college experience.Come and create with us — there is a place for you here!Associate Professor Courtney DavisChair, Department of Art and Design12