Art + Design (A+D) is dedicated to comprehensive, multi-disciplinary learning experiences to evoke student freedom of expression and discovery of innovative solutions. The program focuses on investigation of complex ideas, experimentation with contemporary technologies, analog design, craftsmanship, and portfolio development. Art + Design promotes the exploration of diverse media and the development of a personal art practice – both essential to lifelong engagement in the arts, artistic growth, and career success. Students graduate as inspired, empathetic, visionary artists ready to contribute to their chosen professional path.
Program Specializations
Students are required to choose a specialization within the major: Art Education, Graphic Design, or Studio Art. After students complete a unified foundation experience, they complete specialized-specific requirements to ensure preparedness for a competitive job market.
Art Education
Specializing prepares you for K-12 Art Teacher Licensure when paired with Carroll’s Secondary Education major.
Graphic Design
Employ foundational principles and effectively use emerging software technologies.
Studio Art
Grow your artistic skills and critical thinking through hands-on studio and seminar courses.
About the Art + Design Major
The Art + Design program is a unified and exploratory approach to teaching and learning in Studio Art, Art Education, and Graphic Design. The major is distinguished by multi-disciplinary teaching methods in both analog and digital media across all visual specialiations, and by a common set of foundation courses that build a strong student community. Concept development and creative risk-taking are introduced early in the curriculum. The immersive and experiential learning experiences throughout the curriculum equip graduates for a career of their choice in the arts.
Students will also engage in collaborative and experiential projects such as gallery installations, senior exhibitions, and client-based design challenges. Students will achieve either a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Degree depending on their specialiaztion.
What Can You Do with an Art + Design Major?
Carroll’s Art + Design majors are prepared for success in a variety of visual art fields within their chosen specialized area of study. The Art Education Specialization prepares students to teach K-12 art in public and private schools. The Studio Art Specialization can lead to careers in art therapy, arts management, museum/gallery work, and fine or commercial artist. The Graphic Design Specialization prepares students to be graphic designers in a variety of settings in both motion and print graphics
Internships
We help you build real world experience, explore careers and network with professionals through internship opportunities.
Recent placements include the following companies:
- Donna Lexa Art Centers
- John Michael Kohler Arts Center
- Milwaukee Art Museum
- Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts
- Otto’s Art Academy
- Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA)
- Majic Productions
- Milwaukee Bucks
- Waukesha County Historical Society and Museum
- Hoffman York
- Make-A-Wish Foundation
- MIlwaukee Opera THeatre
- Avalon Senior Living Facility
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