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Art & Design Department Mission<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Art & Design Department\u2019s mission is to provide a strong foundation rooted in the principles of art and design and foster a creative atmosphere fundamental to lifelong learning in which a student develops skills and techniques, develops critical and creative approaches to problem-solving that are communicated in a visual context as well as in written and verbal format, becomes aware of trends and traditions of the larger art world both past and present in preparation for transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Degrees & Certificates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Art, Associate of Fine Arts (AFA)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø offers the Associate of Fine Arts degree (AFA)<\/strong> as the path that allows Art & Design majors to complete a series of arts foundation courses, to experience and develop skills in a variety of media, and to compile a comprehensive portfolio of artwork. While the AFA degree is often pursued by those planning to transfer into a BA or BFA program, the courses lay the groundwork for lifelong artistic growth and build a solid skillset for those who seek employment opportunities with the AFA degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Program Description<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Academic Degree Map (PDF)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to expect from the AFA at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø:<\/strong> The Associate of Fine Arts degree at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø is a program rooted in a foundational core curriculum of drawing, design (two-dimensional and three-dimensional), figure drawing, art history, as well as, in-depth studio art experiences ranging from painting and printmaking to ceramics and graphic design. The program culminates with the student-compiled portfolio and artist presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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