The minor in Art History consists of 24 credits where you will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of global art, experience public art on campus and in the community, and attend lectures as well as masterclasses by visiting artists.
why study art history at uw-stevens Point?
A minor in art history offers students a rich range of fine-art-focused experiences and conceptual approaches to researching creative work while encouraging innovative and transdisciplinary thinking. You will develop a sharp eye for visual analysis, historical context and global perspectives to understand the social, political, and historical contexts behind creative works.
Career paths include:
- Museum and Gallery Roles
- Arts Administration
- Writing, Publishing and Media
- Historical Societies and Preservation
Major Pairings
Students often pair an Art History minor with these majors:
- Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management
- Business Administration
- Pre-Art Therapy
- Communication
- Media Studies
- Psychology
- Theatre Design and Technology
COFAC alumni
Whether you are a recent graduate or a longtime alum, you can make an important difference for today’s students in the College of Fine Arts and Communication. By volunteering to share your story, your network, your career advice, and your successes, you can help guide students through the start of their professional lives as they discover their purpose. You are a vital part of our Pointer family, and we look forward to hearing from you!
art history minor
This minor is administered by the area of Art and Art History in the School of Design and Communication and consists of 24 credits.
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accreditation
national association of schools of art and design
Founded in 1944, the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) is an organization of schools, conservatories, colleges, and universities with approximately 349 accredited institutional members. It establishes national standards for undergraduate and graduate degrees and other credentials for art and design and art/design-related disciplines and provides assistance to institutions and individuals engaged in artistic, scholarly, educational, and other art/design-related endeavors.
School of Design & Communication
College of Fine Arts and Communication
163 Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage Street
Sevens Point, WI 54481-3897
Phone: 715-346-2669