Communication Arts Minors
The following Minor in Communication Arts, Minor in Art, and Minor in Medical Publication Design complement the Communication Arts major and may be used as part of the general electives
Minor in Communication Arts 15 credits
Effective communication is essential for professionals to succeed in any line of work. The minor in communication arts familiarizes students with the concepts and uses of good communication practices providing a foundation for effective use of the media and communication strategies.
The Communication Arts minor requires:
COM 105 Speech
and four additional upper division Communication Arts courses, preferably including one course from each of the three categories listed under Major Requirements.
Minor in Art 15 credits
Visual thinking is as integral to the life of the mind as verbal and numerical discourse. The Art classes are based upon the premise that art education should include the challenge of learning to see. Minor courses in Art areas such as Painting, Drawing, Photography and Design provide students with opportunities for intellectual growth through studies in visual formulation and visual articulation. Further, the education of the artist is dramatically improved by an education in contemporary and interdisciplinary media.
The Minor in Art allows students to:
- Pursue a career in art or art history
- Gain knowledge and skills in a specific discipline:
Art History: Learn about the history of art and its effects on society
Design: Study graphics & design including digital media
Photography: Concentrate on learning photography techniques and concepts
Studio Art: Become acquainted with different types of studio art such as drawing and painting
- Enhance the student's chosen major with a complementary minor
The Minor in Art requires completion of 15 credit hours selected from the ART undergraduate course offerings listed below (or other courses as approved by the Advisor.) Of the 15 credit hours, students must complete at least 9 credits at the 300 level.
ART 230 Survey of Art History I
ART 231 Survey of Art History II
ART 245 Basic Painting Techniques*
ART 248 Photography
ART 335 Contemporary Art
ART 346 Mixed Media*
COM 348 Photojournalism
ART 352 Computers in the Visual Arts*
*Studio production courses
**None of the courses may be taken Pass/No Credit.
Questions or comments please contact:
Dr. Gloria P. Ruiz, Director gruiz@stu.edu 305.628 6508
Administrative Offices: mclarke@stu.edu or 305.628.6645