ART 302 is designed to assist Digital Media Design majors in developing goal setting, writing, communication, and presentation skills needed to maintain a successful career in the professional field. Students are introduced to portfolio and resume design approaches, various strategies for presenting work, and critical analysis based on the production of written case studies. This class exposes students to a variety of fields they may pursue after graduation. This course is the Graduation Composition and Communication Requirement (GCCR) for the BS in Digital Media Design Degree.

An introduction to the history, theory, and practice of curatorial studies through readings, discussion, critical writing and independent research. Intended for advanced students, this seminar will expand students' understanding of curatorial practice and guide them as they develop a particular curatorial project. Repeatable up to 6 credit hours.

Independent study to formulate, prepare and present M.F.A. thesis project under the direction of thesis advisor. A formal learning contract between student and thesis advisor is required.

Independent study to formulate, prepare and present M.F.A. thesis project under the direction of thesis advisor. A formal learning contract between student and thesis advisor is required.

A supervised internship in the SAVS Bolivar Art Gallery. The aim is to give students hands-on experience handling art, installing exhibitions, writing wall text, completing condition reports and contracts, and doing social media outreach. Interns will work directly with artists and the grallery director, and the content of their work, developing written pieces for digital publication and promotion (website, social media, etc). Learning contract required. Practicum, 40 hours per credit hour.

A supervised internship in the UK Art Museum. The aim is to strengthen the student's skills in research, writing, and speaking though practical applications in the profession through area-specific placement. While interns may do a variety of tasks throughout the internship, the majority of time will be spent working within one of the following departments: curatorial, development, education, or registration. Learning contract required. Practicum, 40 hours per credit hour.

A supervised internship with a community partner who integrates the arts into their programming. The focus may be on a single aspect or several areas of community engagement through the arts such as exhibition development, event planning, fundraising, promotion, administration, etc. A formal learning contract between student, field supervisor, and supervising faculty members is required. Practicum, 48 hours per credit hour.

A supervised internship at a local, national, or international arts organization that relates to a student's research interests. The aim is to help develop programming that aligns with the mission of the organization. Interns may perform a wide variety of tasks such as curating, fundraising, marketing, education, administration, etc. A formal learning contract among student, field supervisor, and supervising faculty member is required. Practicum, 48 hours per credit hour.

A supervised internship at a local, national, or international arts organization that relates to a student's research interests. The aim is to help develop programming that aligns with the mission of the organization. Interns may perform a wide variety of tasks such as curating, fundraising, marketing, education, administration, etc. A formal learning contract among student, field supervisor, and supervising faculty member is required. Practicum, 48 hours per credit hour.

Introduction to the biological principles of animal sciences with emphasis on anatomy, nutrition, reproduction, and breeding and genetics of livestock, poultry, and horses.