

Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in Art with an option in Art History offers students a diversity of exposure to the styles and subjects of cultures and nations of the Western and non-Western world, from prehistoric times to the contemporary era. The program places particular emphasis on developing the student's ability to critically understand the ideas and imagery found within the art works of various cultures and individual artists and architects. The Art History concentration offers an emphasis on the cultures of the Americas, Asia, and Africa, as well as the achievements of contemporary and women artists. Students can pursue careers in research and consultation, positions in supervising commercial art galleries, private collections, historic homes, and landmarks; consultant for stores and businesses dealing in art works; guide to collections in museums; and library archivist.
through the study of literature, art, music and philosophy.