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Explores contemporary applied and theoretical issues in anthropology. Student projects for the course may be based on original research, field work and/or review of existing literature. Central themes for the course will vary and may include topics such as migration, identity, representation, human rights, refugee poulations, and the future of anthropology. Prerequisite: ANTH 1024, ANTH 3944, and 3 additional units in anthropology, and senior status in anthropology. IV
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A critical study of buildings and their urban environments beginning with Europe and the U.S. in the second half of the nineteenth century and ending with a selection of global productions today. Emphasizes the social, economic, and political forces that have shaped architecture and cities and investigates some of the theories that underlay their form and meaning. Topics include: the architect as philosopher-builder, critical reception of buildings and city design, new technologies and architectural form, and issues of modern vs. postmodern. Prerequisite: ART 1124, 2144, or 2154. IV
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An investigation of the personal, social, and cultural roles of art and visual communication from both contemporary and historical perspectives. Students will explore conceptual, formal, and technical issues in the visual arts through studio projects, slide lectures, class discussions, and visits to regional exhibitions. Fulfills an art history elective in the art minor. II Fine Arts
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Students explore the principles of color and design as they apply primarily to two-dimensional issues. Elemental concerns focus specifically on line, shape, value, texture, color, and pictorial composition as they relate to environmental, product, and graphic design. Introduces a basic studio vocabulary as the student explores a variety of concepts, techniques, materials, and subject matter on a problem-solving basis. II Fine Arts
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An introductory studio investigation of historical, conceptual, and technical issues in drawing, with an emphasis on perceptual and observational skills. Students will explore a broad range of materials and subject matter in the development of a personal and expressive voice. II Fine Arts
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An investigation of art and visual culture from its modernist beginnings at the end of the nineteenth century to its multiple expressions today. Class discussions will center on modern and postmodern works and on the historical, economic, and social forces that shaped them. Among the topics considered: revolutions, art war, new technologies, the market, popular images, and critical theories. Prerequisite: Completion of the Area II distribution requirement in fine arts. IVW
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Examines some of the themes and ideas taken up by artists since 1970. Discussion will focus not only on single works but also on social, economic, and political forces that influence both artist and viewer. Seminar format with extensive readings and research paper. IVW
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A studio exploration of the spatial properties of color through use of acrylic and oil paint. Students work from a variety of subjects as they investigate technical and conceptual issues from both historical and contemporary perspectives. Readings, discussions on theory, and visits to local galleries will complement studio activities. Prerequisite: Any 1000 level Fine Arts course. (Studio Art majors must take ART 1424). IV
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The study of an area of studio art not fully treated in other courses. Topics change from term to term and are announced in advance. May be repeated as long as the topic is different. IV
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4.00 Credits
An exploration of three-dimensional design, using subtractive and additive sculptural methods, with emphasis both on development of technique and on conceptual awareness. Prerequisite: any 1000 level Fine Arts course. Studio Art majors must take ART 1424. IV
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