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The primary purpose of the Art (BA) major is to foster creativity, critical thinking, and an understanding of the practice and history of the visual arts. We seek to help students develop visual literacy, problem-solving abilities, and technical skills that will enable them to confidently explore possible avenues for creative expression in the visual arts.
Art majors can pursue careers in a variety of fields. Those interested in fine art may go on to graduate programs that confer a Master of Fine Arts degree. Students focusing on art history or graphic design often find rewarding careers in museum work or the applied arts. The College’s curriculum makes it easy for those interested in a career in the applied arts to complement their studies with a business minor, while those seeking to teach art can complete their certification requirement through the College’s Department of Education.
While at the College, Jackson Nassir ’25, a double major in art and business administration, created a three-story art installation in Cruzen-Murray Library, exploring how the things on this earth are filled with life, and how they interact with unliving elements. His piece takes viewers on a journey, symbolizing the release of the soul – a beautiful death.
Join our talented artists! Interested students must audition by submitting a digital portfolio, containing at least 10 digital images of their most recent art.
After arriving at the College from Caracas, Venezuela, Reinaldo Gil Zambrano ’13 became enamored with printmaking. Now a professor and co-host of a bilingual podcast, “Hello Print,” Gil Zambrano’s dream of debuting in a museum recently came true. “I look at the archetypes that go across different cultures,” he said in an interview. “We often focus on the differences but we have so many similarities beyond the borders.”
B.A. in Art with minors in French and Psychology. M.A. in Fine/Studio Arts from the University of Idaho. Assistant Professor of Art – Printmaking & Drawing at Gonzaga University. Award-Winning Artist.
It’s nice living your life like a cartoon show character – the next episode will be another wacky adventure. When you embrace that mindset, a lot of cool things can end up happening. So, do the random thing. Send in the random application. It can be one of the more formative moments of your life.
B.A. in History and Political Economy with minors in Art & Design and Natural Sciences. The College’s 3rd Fulbright Scholar.
The College is a place where so many activities, sports, clubs and experiences are offered. Make the most of it! Don’t be afraid to try participating in opportunities that are available to you. The students here truly become your peers, and it’s easy to form lasting bonds and relationships with those who share similar interests with you.
B.A in Music with minors in Art & Design, History and Scientific Computing.
In a recent interview with 340B Report, Liz Trenkel ’17 said: “After obtaining my degree in Biology in college, I knew I was interested in helping people in a more behind-the-scenes way than the traditional physician or patient-facing career path…. Knowing that I can help create expanded patient access to medications for people in small, rural communities like the one I grew up in is my favorite part of my job.”
B.S. in Biology with minors in Art & Design, Business and Psychology. Senior Compliance Specialist for RPh Innovations.
Your innovative spirit has propelled you this far. What’s next? That’s for you to dream, make, live and unleash at The College of Idaho. Come see what awaits you here.
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