Interdisciplinary Studio Art Faculty
Dragana Crnjak
Professor
Office: Bliss 0016
Phone: 330.941.1860
E-mail: dcrnjak@ysu.edu
Joseph D’Uva
Professor
Office: Bliss 4071
phone: 330.941.2540
e-mail: jduva@ysu.edu
Missy McCormick
Associate Professor
Office: Bliss B006
Phone: 330.941.3701
E-mail: mmccormick@ysu.edu
Dana Sperry
Professor
Office: Bliss 4081
Phone: 330.941.3627
E-mail: jdsperry@ysu.edu
Interdisciplinary Studio Art
The Interdisciplinary Studio Art program at Youngstown State University was designed specifically for students with an interest in combining multiple disciplines.
Interdisciplinary practice is a central component of contemporary art. Students enrolled in the program explore and combine a variety of media to investigate and examine relevant topics across studio areas. The program fosters innovative thinking and making for those interested in exploring alternative and experimental methodologies.
Working closely with faculty mentors, students following this concentration have the flexibility to select the upper-division coursework that corresponds with their unique vision. Students may elect to combine a minimum of eight upper-level courses in digital media, painting, ceramics, printmaking, photography, or sculpture. This rigorous, multi-media program cultivates independent thinking and intellectual curiosity and provides the knowledge and skills necessary to adapt and respond to a myriad of opportunities in a contemporary creative environment.
Contact Information for Department of Art
To learn more about degree programs, scholarships, exhibitions, faculty, and students, visit art.ysu.edu or contact the Department of Art directly at 330-941-3627. To schedule a personalized campus visit, contact the Cliffe College Coordinator of Admissions and Recruitment at 330-941-2346 or djlorenzi@ysu.edu.
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| COURSE | TITLE | S.H. |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST YEAR REQUIREMENT -STUDENT SUCCESS | ||
| YSU 1500 | Success Seminar | 1-2 |
| or SS 1500 | Strong Start Success Seminar | |
| or HONR 1500 | Intro to Honors | |
| General Education Requirements | ||
| ENGL 1550 | Writing 1 | 3-4 |
| or ENGL 1549 | Writing 1 with Support | |
| ENGL 1551 | Writing 2 | 3 |
| CMST 1545 | Communication Foundations | 3 |
| Mathematics Requirement | 3 | |
| Arts and Humanities (2 courses) *included in Major | 0 | |
| Natural Sciences (2 courses, 1 with a lab) | 7 | |
| Social Science (2 courses) | 6 | |
| Social and Personal Awareness (2 courses) | 6 | |
| Major Requirements | ||
| Foundation Courses: | ||
| ART 1501 | Fundamentals of 2D Design | 3 |
| ART 1502 | Fundamentals of 3D Design | 3 |
| ART 1521 | Foundation Drawing | 3 |
| ART 1522 | Intermediate Drawing | 3 |
| ART 1503 | Foundation Portfolio Review | 1 |
| Breadth Courses: | ||
| ART 2611 | Introduction to Sculpture | 3 |
| ART 2625 | Introduction to Printmaking: Intaglio and Relief | 3 |
| or ART 2626 | Introduction to Printmaking: Lithography and Screenprinting | |
| ART 2631 | Introduction to Ceramics | 3 |
| ART 2650 | Introduction to Painting | 3 |
| ART 2674 | Introduction to Photography | 3 |
| ART 2691 | Introduction to Digital Media | 3 |
| Choose two 2600 level or higher Studio Art Electives from the following courses (6 s.h.): | 6 | |
| ART 2621, 2661, 3713, 3722, 3733, 3748, 3757, 3759, 3760, 3761, 3762, 3763, 3764, 3765, 3769, 3771, 3773, 3792, 3794, 3795, 3796, 3797, 4800, 4801, 4824, 4837, 4838, 4851, 4861, 4863, 4864, 4867, 4868, 4869, 4891, 4893, 4896 | ||
| Concentration Courses | ||
| ART 3703 | Junior Portfolio Review | 1 |
| ART 4803 | Senior Seminar | 3 |
| ART 4802 | Senior Project | 3 |
| Studio Art Electives (27 s.h.): | ||
| Choose nine 3700 or higher Studio Art Electives from the following courses: | 27 | |
| ART 3713, 3722, 3733, 3748, 3757, 3759, 3760, 3761, 3762, 3763, 3764, 3765, 3769, 3771, 3773, 3792, 3794, 3795, 3796, 3797, 4800, 4801, 4824, 4837, 4838, 4851, 4861, 4863, 4864, 4867, 4868, 4869, 4891, 4893, 4896 | ||
| Art History and Theory | ||
| Choose two 1500 level Art History courses from the following: | 6 | |
| Survey of Art History 1 | ||
| Survey of Art History 2 | ||
| Survey of Art History: Gods and Monsters--Religion, Myth, and the Supernatural | ||
| Survey of Art History: Body, Gender, and Self | ||
| Survey of Art History: Politics, Cities, and Art for the Public | ||
| Choose three additional 3700 or higher Art History courses from the following: | 9 | |
| ART 3742, 3743, 3745, 3746, 3783, 3784, 3785, 3789, 4880, 5881 | ||
| Electives to meet 120 hours | 2 | |
| Total Semester Hours | 120-122 | |
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | S.H. | |
| YSU 1500 | Success Seminar or Strong Start Success Seminar or Intro to Honors | 1-2 |
| ART 1501 | Fundamentals of 2D Design | 3 |
| ART 1521 | Foundation Drawing | 3 |
| ENGL 1550 or ENGL 1549 | Writing 1 or Writing 1 with Support | 3-4 |
| Mathematic Requirement | 3 | |
| Semester Hours | 13-15 | |
| Spring | ||
| ART 1502 | Fundamentals of 3D Design | 3 |
| ART 1522 | Intermediate Drawing | 3 |
| ART 1503 | Foundation Portfolio Review | 1 |
| Select 1 breadth course from the following options: ART 2625, ART 2626, ART 2650, ART 2674 or ART 2691 | 3 | |
| ENGL 1551 | Writing 2 | 3 |
| CMST 1545 | Communication Foundations | 3 |
| Semester Hours | 16 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Fall | ||
| ART 26XX Studio Breadth Course 1 | 3 | |
| ART 26XX Studio Breadth Course 1 | 3 | |
| ART 26XX Studio Breadth Course 1 | 3 | |
| General Education Course | 3 | |
| Choose one 1500 level Art History course | 3 | |
| Semester Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| ART 3700 level or higher Studio Art Elective | 3 | |
| ART 26XX Studio Breadth Course 1 | 3 | |
| ART 26XX Studio Breadth Course 1 | 3 | |
| Choose one 1500 level Art History course | 3 | |
| General Education Course | 3 | |
| Semester Hours | 15 | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Fall | ||
| ART 3700 level or higher Studio Art Elective | 3 | |
| ART 3700 level or higher Studio Art Elective | 3 | |
| ART 3700 level or higher Studio Art Elective | 3 | |
| ART 3700 level or higher Art History Elective | 3 | |
| Natural Science Course with Lab | 4 | |
| Semester Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| ART 3703 | Junior Portfolio Review | 1 |
| ART 3700 level or higher Studio Art Elective | 3 | |
| ART 3700 level or higher Studio Art Elective | 3 | |
| ART 2600 level or higher Studio Art Elective | 3 | |
| ART 3700 level or higher Art History Elective | 3 | |
| General Education Course | 3 | |
| Request a Graduation Evaluation from the CCAC Advising Office, 2310 Bliss Hall, (330) 941-3625 after you have completed 80-85 sh. | ||
| Semester Hours | 16 | |
| Year 4 | ||
| Fall | ||
| ART 3700 level or higher Studio Art Elective | 3 | |
| ART 3700 level or higher Studio Art Elective | 3 | |
| ART 2600 level or higher Studio Art Elective | 3 | |
| ART 3700 level or higher Art History Elective | 3 | |
| General Education Course | 3 | |
| Semester Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| ART 4802 | Senior Project | 3 |
| ART 4803 | Senior Seminar | 3 |
| ART 3700 level or higher Studio Art Elective | 3 | |
| General Education Course | 3 | |
| Electives to meet 120 hours | 2 | |
| Semester Hours | 14 | |
| Total Semester Hours | 120-122 | |
| 1 | Choice of Breadth Courses should be based on primary studio interests as they will be prerequisites for upper level study. |
Learning Outcomes
1.) Students will be able to demonstrate their proficiency of art vocabulary.
2.) Students will be able to demonstrate technical expertise appropriate to their progression in the program relevant to their chosen artistic medium.
3.) Students will be able to demonstrate a high level of content expression appropriate to their progression in the program relevant to their chosen artistic medium.