Department of Art

The goals of the department of art are to provide an opportunity to practice, understand, and gain a high level of technical skill with several art media and to prepare students for graduate work and/or a career in art.

A major or minor in art leading to a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Fine Arts in combined studio is offered on the Hattiesburg campus. Students interested in preparing for careers in studio art and/or graduate study are encouraged to pursue the Bachelor of Fine Arts with a concentration in painting, graphic design, ceramics, or combined studio. All art majors must present an acceptable art portfolio prior to enrolling and must maintain a portfolio of their work during their studies. Students pursuing the Bachelor of Fine Arts must participate in an exhibition of their work at the art gallery during their senior year.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program of study, graduates will be able to demonstrate:

knowledge of art history, theory, and applied skills;
personal craftsmanship, work ethic, creativity, and artistic merit;
problem-solving skills and the ability to complete a cohesive series of assignments; and
the skills necessary to pursue graduate study and/or a professional career.

Programs

Major

Program Requirements

Minor

Art Minor (18 hrs)