Department of Art & Design:
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and Digital Media
Requires a Portfolio Review (8 visual pieces). Criteria includes: Exploration, Motivation, Overall Design and Composition, and Technical Proficiency. Students are ranked based on potential for success and demonstrated talent.
Department of Music:
1) Performers Certificate Program (non-degree program)
2) Bachelor of Arts in Music
3) Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies
4) Bachelor of Music in Performance (tracks in Piano, Strings, Voice, and Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion)
All require performance auditions with the department.
Liberal Studies Degree Program:
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies
For students interested in an intellectual field not defined by an existing COAS major. Design your own Program of Study in cooperation with an academic advisor. Must have a 3.0 GPA. Must choose one course from each of the four discipline areas: communicative arts, fine arts, social sciences, and natural/mathematical sciences. Final approval of the student’s program of study will be made by the Chair of the Department of History).
Career Planning Tips for Liberal Arts Majors: NACE Http://www.jobweb.com
- Have a clear understanding of what you want to do in a job (research careers/tasks/titles).
- Have a “focused” objective for your resume (focus on job title, department, or skills).
- Make a connection between your major and the job you seek. The employer will not try to figure out what you want to do.
- Be specific about how your courses, skills, and experiences apply to the job.
- Look for opportunities that address your personal interests and values.
- Know what the organization needs to accomplish its mission and goals.
- Know why you are right for the job (communicate what you have to offer, with enthusiasm).
Information complied by Valarie Robinson, Career Services Liaison: College of Arts and Sciences |