The Art and Visual Culture Department increases a student’s potential for full artistic expression, interpretation, and comprehension. By providing sound training in art analysis, drawing, film & video production, new media, painting, photography, sculpture, and art history, the curriculum enhances students’ creative thinking and technical skills, while allowing them to concentrate their coursework in an area that bests suits their personal and professional interests. Students majoring in Art choose from a Studio Arts or Visual Culture track. The department also offers a Museum Management Program. Classroom learning is complemented by regular exposure to local and regional artists and exhibitions. Students may also qualify for financial aid and art scholarships.