Majors
The Art Department is located in Kirkland Fine Arts Center. In this building there is a Drawing Studio, a Painting Studio, a Print Making Studio, a Design Studio, an Art History Lecture Room, a Wood shop, a Photographic Darkroom, and three art galleries to provide an environment designed to enrich the educational atmosphere of each Millikin student.
Studio Art (b.a., b.f.a)
The studio art major may select their area of interest from any of the studio disciplines
including painting, printmaking, ceramics, drawing, sculpture, design, and photography.
Students may begin exploring their chosen area at the beginning of the sophomore year.
Studio art majors focus on developing professional studio skills and personal artistic expression within their specific discipline. They work closely with faculty within each area to
produce a body of high quality work either in preparation for attending graduate school or
pursuing the establishment of their own art studio.
Art Education (b.f.a)
Students may qualify for certification to teach art at all grade levels in school, kindergarten
through 12th grade. Such students must complete requirements for secondary education
including general education and professional education courses.
Art Therapy (b.f.a)
This major is offered for students who wish to prepare for a career which uses art as a form of therapy. Successful completion of course requirements in art and psychology will enable
the major to apply for positions in psychiatric institutions, hospitals, correctional facilities,
and other types of rehabilitation centers; or apply for entrance into select graduate schools
to follow a program leading to a master’s degree and certification as an art therapist.
Art Management (b.f.a)
This major is designed for students who are interested in following a career combining art and business. Successful completion of course requirements will enable the major
to apply for positions in art galleries, museums, state and local art councils, recreational
programs, advertising agencies, decorating firms, etc. Course requirements also provide
the educational background to qualify students to apply to select graduate schools where
the master’s degree is offered in art management. It is recommended that students seeking
a major in art management also take courses in commercial art and computer design.
Graphic Design (b.f.a)
The commercial art/computer design major is designed to provide students with special
skills, experiences, and artistic guidance. These experiences introduce students to the world
of visual communications. The program emphasizes commercial and computer graphic
design relative to print and electronic media. Emphasis is placed on developing creative
concepts, learning techniques, and solving problems that will prepare students for future
career opportunities. A special program for seniors provides them with client/designer
experiences.