Graphic design is the art of giving meaningful form to information. In an era when information comes from every imaginable source, the graphic designer's role in modern communication cannot be overvalued. Graphic design influences everything from hand-painted signs to corporate images. Graphic designers have abundant career options both in the arts and in business.
The Graphic Design program is traditionally based with a modern orientation and is supported by a stellar faculty. Graphic design students learn photography from the darkroom to critical evaluation of the print; study typography as an element of design; and learn to relate three-dimensional graphics to architectural and package design.
Students can experiment with print production and other graphic imagery as well as explore the latest technology in the School's computer-aided design workshop. Seniors may choose a directed study project in order to pursue their own design ideas. Design students have the opportunity to pursue individual interests as well, both in the College of Fine Arts and the University's other schools and colleges.
Prerequisites (40 credits)
Drawing I (2 sem) |
8 cr |
Additional Drawing and Print electives |
4 cr |
Intro to Graphic Design |
4 cr |
Painting I, II, or III (min 2 sem) |
8 cr |
Sculpture I |
4 cr |
Art History (min 2 sem) |
8 cr |
Freshman Writing |
4 cr |
Graphic Design Major Requirements (92 credits)
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History of Graphic Design |
4 cr |
Web Page Design |
4 cr |
Graphic Design (Major Studios: min 4 sem) |
16 cr |
Typography Design |
6 cr |
Senior Degree Project |
2 cr |
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Photography I (4 cr.) and 4 additional credits of Photography or Graphic Design elective |
8 cr |
Liberal Arts electives |
28 cr |
Studio or Liberal Arts electives |
24 cr |
Total |
132 cr |