ART-449 Senior Seminar
The first part of a two-term class experience, Senior Seminar I begins the process of creating a thesis body of work that will represent both the technical and intellectual summation of the art major’s academic experience as well as a bridge to their professional future. Starting with this class and extending over two terms, students will develop an advanced project or series of projects in their chosen concentration; fine arts, graphic design, or interdisciplinary fields. Components of Senior Seminar I include: creating a thematically unified series of works, assisting with the design and publication of the Senior Seminar II graduates’ postcard and catalogue, and developing a portfolio of writings that culminates in an artist’s statement and thesis. Regular readings will be assigned and discussed in class. A museum or gallery field trip may also be included. NOTE: This course must be taken in the fall semester before ART 450 Senior Seminar II and one semester prior to graduation.