Telitha E. Lindquist College of Arts & Humanities 159 of Fine Arts degree is more professionally focused with high concentrations of studio art and art history. The BFA is for students who wish to move directly into professional work in art or design, or those who intend to pursue graduate study in the visual arts. Senior exhibitions are required for most Bachelor of Fine Arts majors. The Elizabeth Dee Shaw Gallery exhibits art that exemplifies the ideas and values of the curriculum. This serves our students and the public interest as well. Exhibitions involving regional, national, and internationally recognized artists serve a vital role in the cultural life of the community. The Gallery organizes at least six exhibitions each year. All are free and open to the public. Transfer of Credits Transfer students must present an official transcript and a portfolio to petition course substitutions for visual arts program requirements. A minimum number of departmental residency hours is required for completion of degree programs: 19 credit hours for the BFA, 12 hours for BS and BA programs, 6 hours for minors. The University requires students seeking a second baccalaureate degree to complete a full year in residence and a minimum of 30 total credit hours. Studio Fees Studio fees are required in most visual arts classes. Check the current course schedule for exact amounts. Course Requirements Foundation Courses Required for All Art Majors (27 credit hours) The following are requiredfor all BS/BA/BFA majors and should be completed by the end of the sophomore year. Studio Foundation courses are offered Fall and Spring semesters. Look for an "F''or an "Sp"at the end of Art History and advanced studio course titles to see when they are usually offered. An "e" or an "o" indicates that the course is offered only in even or odd years. Course offering schedules may change. Consult the current course schedule for the latest information. The 1000 level courses should be taken during thefi-eshman year. • ART 1040 - Orientation to Visual Studies (3) F, Sp • ART 1110 - Drawing I (3) F, Sp • ART 1120 - Design: 2D (3) F, Sp • ART 1130 - Design: 3D (3) F, Sp • ART 1140 - Color Theory (3) F, Sp Choose two of the following courses • ARTH 1090 CA - Art and Architecture of the World: Paleolithic-AD 1000 (4) F • ARTH 1100 CA - Art and Architecture of the World: AD 1000-Present (4) Sp • ARTH 2040 - Art and Architecture of Asia (4) F, Sp Choose one of the following courses • ARTH 3030 - Native American Art of the Southwest: From the Anasazi to the Present (4) Sp (o) • * ARTH 3040 - Modern Art (4) F • * ARTH 3050 - Contemporary Art (4) Sp (e) • ARTH 3060 - The Art and Architecture ofIndia(4)Sp(e) • ARTH 3070 - The Art and Architecture of China (4) Sp(o) • ARTH 3080 - The Art and Architecture of Japan (4) F(o) • ARTH 3100 - The Art and Architecture of the Islamic World (4) F(e) • ARTH 3950 - Photography: History, Theory and Criticism (4) Sp (e) • * Art Edu catio n Composite majo rsmust select either ARTH 3040 or ARTH 3050 Asian Studies Minor The Department of Visual Arts participates in the Asian Studies Minor Program. Students who wish to enroll in this program should indicate their desire to do so with the program coordinator who will help them work out a proper combination of courses to fit their particular needs. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of this catalog.) Art (BA) Program Prerequisite: Not required. Minor: Required. Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better in courses required for all majors and minors (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable). Also refer to the general grade requirements for graduation. Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 120 credit hours is required for graduation. Of this total, 48 credit hours in Visual Arts are required. A total of 40 upper division credit hours is required by the university for graduation (courses numbered 3000 and above from any department). Advisement All Art majors and minors should interview with the department chair/advisor early in their course of study. Call the Department of Visual Arts at 801-626-6455 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (see Enrollment Services and Information) with the department secretary. There are no special admission or application requirements. General Education Refer to Degree and General Education Requirements for Bachelor of Arts requirements. Either one of the following Foundation courses will also fulfill 3 credit hours of the General Education requirement in the Creative Arts category: ARTH 1090 and ARTH 1100. Language Courses Required to fulfill the BA " Refer to Degree and General Education Requirements in this catalog and complete Option 1 — Foreign Language listed under Requirements for Bachelor's Degrees. Weber State University 2012-2013 Catalog