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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Designed for students with demonstrated capacity for independent research, field, creative and studio work. Research topic must be approved by Visual and Performing Arts Independent Study Committee and supervised by faculty advisor. May be repeated for a total of six (6) units. Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to the visual and performing arts: visual art, arts and technology, music, theatre, and dance. Attention is given to the aesthetic and formal issues of art-making alongside historical, cultural, political, and social issues. Discussions focus on race, class, gender, and sexuality in order to contextualize the historical and cultural significance of each artist and their work. Students experience creating art directed towards self and cultural expression. Taught through a variety of artistic mediums in dialogue with one another.
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3.00 Credits
Selected topics in the introduction to the visual and performing arts (dance, music, theatre, visual arts); for example, a basic survey of the history of music, theatre, art, and others. May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to studio experience in the visual and performing arts. Exploration of fundamental concepts of dance, music, theatre, and the visual arts through basic studio processes such as acting fundamentals, music fundamentals, drawing, basic movement, and dance. May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units.
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3.00 Credits
Exploration of the elements, forms, functions, and meaning of the visual and performing arts in their sociocultural context. Examines how artistic forms interact with each other and with other cultural elements to contribute to the shaping of a society's development. Case studies will utilize classical art traditions and traditional and folk art forms representing many different cultures from throughout the world. Students will be exposed to a comparative view of the various ways that cultures around the globe (including the United States) express the meaning and value of life. Enrollment Requirement: Completion of the lower-division VPA track requirements. Enrollment restricted to VPA majors who have obtained consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Explores contemporary world cultural practices ranging from indigenous expressions to new electronic forms in a global and multi-disciplinary context. Encompasses the arts from regional cultures throughout the world, including Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe examined through the multiple viewpoints of gender, race, class, and sexuality. Explores diverse cultural practices shaped by memories and aspirations as well as by personal, collective, and mythic histories. These cultural practices offer transformative paradigms for social engagement and creativity. The exploration of global art theories and practices will assist students in developing their analytical, perceptual, and creative skills. This exploration, in turn, will encourage students to expand the power, clarity, and range of their own voices and visions.
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3.00 Credits
Designed to give an insight into the understanding of the culture of India through the appreciation of dance, music, and film. The subcontinent of India is diverse with different languages, customs and traditions, dress, and values which is reflected in the different art forms present therein. The uniqueness of the various performing arts is shown in the subtle yet clear distinctiveness found in the music and dance forms of the north, south, east, and west of India. The course is divided into several sections and will be taught with the help of videos, films, audio tapes, and also guest artists, who will perform lecture-demonstrations.
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3.00 Credits
Seeks to develop the student both personally and professionally, recognizing the interrelationship between these two elements in art instruction. Three areas of focus include introducing arts experiences to children, integrating arts into classroom content, and providing a framework for the (elementary) student to experience the process of art. May not be taken for credit by students who have received credit for VPA 380D.This course satisfies the Liberal Studies requirement for work in Studio Arts.
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3.00 Credits
Selected topics in the visual and performing arts (dance, music, theatre, visual arts), for example, theories of the visual arts, urban aesthetics, African-American music, images of women in the arts, and others. May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics.
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3.00 Credits
Studio experience in the visual and performing arts. Exploration of basic concepts of dance, music, theatre, or the visual arts through various studio processes such as drawing, group instrumental lessons, dance movement, or acting. May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units.
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