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3.00 Credits
An introduction to canvas-based painting. Fundamental concepts, materials and techniques of traditional painting media. Emphasis on problem-solving, basic skill, composition, color relationships, volume, and spatial relationships. Prerequisites: ART 101 or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Introductory photography studio. Emphasis on photography as art.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Guided group investigation and discussion of a selected topic. Graded; may be repeated for credit.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a required component of the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program at Wesley Institute, a College of the Arts and Theology in Sydney, Australia. This course is part of a series of five that explore integrative issues for the Christian artist. The Creative Christian lays a foundation for thinking and acting creatively in the context of and from the basis of Christian theology. It is presented through lectures, class discussion, guided reading, class presentations and written reflection. In this course, students will have opportunity to converse with others about their art and its theological undergirdings and orientation and to demonstrate an awareness of the problems for Christian practitioners of the arts and ministry in dealing with concepts of creativity, imagination, the mind and the senses. It is the intent that students be able to reflect on their own growth as theologian and artist. Part of the assessment of this course will involve a group presentation of a piece or work concerning a topic of theological interest to the small group. It may be presented in any suitable form, such as debate, drama, quiz show, mock wedding, expert panel, current affairs program, musical composition. Enrollment is limited to students admitted to the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a framework for Christian thinking about culture and the arts. It considers the Biblical injunction toward cultural involvement and tackles the question of how Christians can relate human culture to their faith. It explores the contribution of the arts to contemporary culture and enables students to reach for an integration of their faith and their art form in the context of cultural communication. It offers an interpretation of various aspects of popular culture from a Biblically informed perspective. It assists students to become actively involved in popular culture as leaders as well as participants. This course is presented through lectures, guided reading and discussions. Enrollment is limited to students admitted to the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program at Wesley Institute in Sydney, Australia.
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3.00 Credits
This course continues the exploration of integrative issues for the Christian artist. The Christian Leader develops a framework for ethical thinking and leadership. It seeks to establish perspectives on Christian thought in relation to ethics and values, and also gives students an understanding of leadership in the arts. This course is presented through lectures, guided reading, class discussion, student presentations and case studies. Enrollment is limited to students admitted to the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program at Wesley Institute in Sydney, Australia.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides the framework for Christian involvement in local community. It considers the theological foundation for Community and the various kinds of community - Christian and Secular. This course expands upon the previous subjects looking in more depth at popular culture and offering possibilities of evangelism through the student's individual art form. Students are encouraged to look outside the Christian community and will be given a basis on which to enlarge their visions of impact in the community. It encourages students and assists them with motivation and strategies to become actively involved in local communities as leaders as well as participants. The course is presented through lectures, workshops, hypotheticals and student presentations. Enrollment is limited to students admitted to the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program at Wesley Institute in Sydney, Australia.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a required component of the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program at Wesley Institute, a College of the Arts and Theology in Sydney, Australia. Wesley Institute, as a multicultural institution, sees the examination of Australia's history, culture and sociological developments as an important study that leads to an appreciation of the uniqueness of Australia and its place in the Oceania region. The structure of Australian government and its legal system are presented, and foreign policies examined, together with domestic policies and their effect on business and education. The course also seeks to acquaint students with the enormous varieties of peoples and cultures in this region, with field trips to local churches giving students a feel for the various immigrant cultures. And, finally, the course acquaints students with the visual arts, music, literature, drama and dance forms of the region. Field trips: Parliament House Canberra, Outback, Aboriginal sites, Caving, sheep shearing, local churches, art gallery, National Aboriginal and Islander Skills Development Association, Wesley Mission's works among the marginalized. Colloquia: Several sessions examining the core Christian doctrines and their expression in Australian society. Enrollment is limited to students admitted to the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program. [similar to CCU's GLS 38X Exploring World Cultures courses]
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Guided individual or group investigation and discussion of a selected topic. Graded; may be repeated for credit. Enrollment is limited to students admitted to the semester-long Australia Studies Centre study abroad program at Wesley Institute in Sydney, Australia.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the provenance and interpretation of the Old Testament. Cross-listed as HIS 111.
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