UNIVERSITY FACULTY SENATE FORMS

Revised 4-5-11JH

Academic Program Approval

This form is a routing document for the approval of new and revised academic programs. Proposing department should complete this form. For more information, call the Faculty Senate Office at 831-2921.

Submitted by: Janet Hethorn phone number 831-2244

Department: Art _______________________________email address: jhethorn@udel.edu

Date: November 30, 2010

Action: _______Revision of Art Department Overview described on Online Catalog __

(Example: add major/minor/concentration, delete major/minor/concentration, revise major/minor/concentration, academic unit name change, request for permanent status, policy change, etc.)

Effective term_ 11F

(use format 04F, 05W)

Current degree_________ _______________________

(Example: BA, BACH, BACJ, HBA, EDD, MA, MBA, etc.)

Proposed change leads to the degree of: _____ ___________________________

(Example: BA, BACH, BACJ, HBA, EDD, MA, MBA, etc.)

Proposed name:____ ________________________________________________

Proposed new name for revised or new major / minor / concentration / academic unit

(if applicable)

Revising or Deleting:

Undergraduate major / Concentration:______ ________________________

(Example: Applied Music – Instrumental degree BMAS)

Undergraduate minor:______ _________________________________________

(Example: African Studies, Business Administration, English, Leadership, etc.)

Graduate Program Policy statement change:______ _______________________

(Must attach your Graduate Program Policy Statement)

Graduate Program of Study:___ _______________________________________

(Example: Animal Science: MS Animal Science: PHD Economics: MA Economics: PHD)

Graduate minor / concentration:______ _________________________________

Note: all graduate studies proposals must include an electronic copy of the Graduate Program Policy Document, highlighting the changes made to the original policy document.

List new courses required for the new or revised curriculum. How do they support the overall program objectives of the major/minor/concentrations)?

(Be aware that approval of the curriculum is dependent upon these courses successfully passing through the Course Challenge list. If there are no new courses enter “None”)

None

Explain, when appropriate, how this new/revised curriculum supports the 10 goals of undergraduate education: http://www.ugs.udel.edu/gened/

N/A

Identify other units affected by the proposed changes:

(Attach permission from the affected units. If no other unit is affected, enter “None”)

None

Describe the rationale for the proposed program change(s):

(Explain your reasons for creating, revising, or deleting the curriculum or program.)

To provide clarification of all Art Degree programs and Minor Requirements

Program Requirements:

(Show the new or revised curriculum as it should appear in the Course Catalog. If this is a revision, be sure to indicate the changes being made to the current curriculum and include a side-by-side comparison of the credit distribution before and after the proposed change.)

ART Department Catalog Overview Paragraphs

Current

Proposed

Telephone: (302) 831-2244 http://www.udel.edu/art The Department of Art is a studio-oriented department offering a wide range of visual arts activities and subject areas. Passing a portfolio review is required for admission to the major. The department offers undergraduate majors in Art (Bachelor of Arts), Fine Arts (Bachelor of Fine Arts), and Visual Communications (Bachelor of Fine Arts). The BA degree requires 44 credit hours minimum of art courses and 51 credit hours maximum. The B.F.A. degree requires 77 credit hours minimum of art courses and 86 credit hours maximum. All grades in art courses must be C- or better. Admission to the B.F.A. is contingent upon submission of an electronic portfolio of original work and a committee review process, after completion of, a minimum of 20 credits of foundation courses and a 2.66 GPA in studio art courses. Foundation studio art courses are taken in the freshman year. Art History courses may be applied toward both the art major related work requirement and a breadth requirement, but credits are counted only once toward the total credits for graduation. The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fine Arts degree offers course work in a variety of media with the idea that a contemporary artist is well versed in many areas. Students complete a core of introductory courses during their sophomore year, covering printmaking, ceramics, lens media, sculpture and painting. Art electives are taken the junior and senior years, with ART416 and ART417 required of B.F.A. majors in the senior year. Shared studio spaces are provided for upper level students so that they have the experience of setting up and working in their own studio. Fine Arts students will have experiences in computer courses, video and multi-media courses which prepares them to be competitive in contemporary art and certain areas of the commercial art world. The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communications degree is an intense series of courses intended to inspire inquiry into the art of communication design and develop applicable skills in various creative processes. The degree path begins with a focus on typography and graphic design fundamentals then leads each student toward a self-motivated career in the applied arts through a variety of required and elective courses in graphic design, advertising, illustration and new media. Visual Communications majors are required to receive a grade of C- or better in all required courses to continue in the degree path. The department enjoys an excellent reputation. Our facilities, including a large computer lab, digital and electronic equipment and spacious studios, support a variety of artistic and design practices. The proximity of the University to major cultural centers of the northeastern United States provides students with easy access to important museums, galleries, internships, field trip options and allows for an outstanding program of visiting artists. BACHELOR OF ARTS - ART BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS - FINE ARTS BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS - VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS MINOR IN ART MINOR IN INTERACTIVE MEDIA

Telephone: (302) 831-2244 http://www.udel.edu/art The Department of Art is a studio-oriented department offering a wide range of visual arts activities and subject areas. Passing a portfolio review is required for admission to the major. The department offers undergraduate majors in Art (Bachelor of Arts), Fine Arts (Bachelor of Fine Arts), and Visual Communications (Bachelor of Fine Arts). The B.A. degree requires 44 credit hours minimum of art courses and 51 credit hours maximum. The B.F.A. degree requires 77 credit hours minimum of art courses and 86 credit hours maximum. All grades in art courses must be C- or better. Admission to the B.F.A. is contingent upon submission of an electronic portfolio of original work and a committee review process, after completion of a minimum of 20 credits of foundation courses and a 2.66 GPA in studio art courses. Foundation studio art courses are taken in the freshman year. Art History courses may be applied toward both the art major related work requirement and a breadth requirement, but credits are counted only once toward the total credits for graduation. The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fine Arts degree offers course work in a variety of media with the idea that a contemporary artist is well versed in many areas. Students complete a core of introductory courses during their sophomore year, covering printmaking, ceramics, lens media, sculpture and painting. Art electives are taken the junior and senior years, with ART416 and ART417 required of B.F.A. majors in the senior year. Shared studio spaces are provided for upper level students so that they have the experience of setting up and working in their own studio. Fine Arts students will have experiences in computer courses, video and multi-media courses with prepares them to be competitive in contemporary art and certain areas of the commercial art world. The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communications degree is an intense series of courses intended to inspire inquiry into the art of communication design and develop applicable skills in various creative processes. The degree path begins with a focus on typography and graphic design fundamentals then leads each student toward a self-motivated career in the applied arts through a variety of required and elective courses in graphic design, advertising, illustration and new media. Visual Communications majors are required to receive a grade of C- or better in all required courses to continue in the degree path. The department enjoys an excellent reputation. Our facilities, including a large computer lab, digital and electronic equipment and spacious studios, support a variety of artistic and design practices. The proximity of the University to major cultural centers of the northeastern United States provides students with easy access to important museums, galleries, internships, field trip options and allows for an outstanding program of visiting artists. BACHELOR OF ARTS - ART BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS - FINE ARTS BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS - VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS MINOR IN ART MINOR IN INTERACTIVE MEDIA

ROUTING AND AUTHORIZATION: (Please do not remove supporting documentation.)

Department Chairperson Date

Dean of College Date

Chairperson, College Curriculum Committee___________________________________Date_____________________

Chairperson, Senate Com. on UG or GR Studies Date

Chairperson, Senate Coordinating Com. Date

Secretary, Faculty Senate Date

Date of Senate Resolution Date to be Effective

Registrar Program Code Date

Vice Provost for Academic Affairs & International Programs Date

Provost Date

Board of Trustee Notification Date

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