Garvey Fine Arts Center,
Room 133
(785) 231-1010 ext. 1639

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Source: 2001-2002 Catalog

The mission of the Art Department is to teach students the essential knowledge and techniques to create art, to think, speak, and write critically about art, and to communicate human values through art. We provide students with a strong foundation in the study and making of art, active and accessible faculty, and the flexibility to develop diverse interests and talents.

The degree programs in art are designed to meet a variety of student needs. The B.A. in Studio Art is considered a basic liberal arts degree, easily combined with other degree programs in the college for purposes of obtaining a double major. The B.F.A. is a professional degree program for students interested in a career in art and advancement into graduate programs in art. The B.F.A.-Ed. is similar to the B.F.A. and includes K-12 teacher certification. The B.A. in Art History is structured for the non-studio artist interested in museum studies and/or advanced degree work in Art History. Both the B.A. and the B.F.A. degrees include elective art courses which allow a student to concentrate in a particular media area or explore a range of artistic expression. See Degree Requirements and Course Offerings below.