School of Design & Communication
Pre-Art Therapy Degree
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TAKE THE FIRST STEP TO BECOMING AN ART THERAPIST
Our Pre-Art Therapy program consists of 24 credits and includes courses from Anthropology, Psychology, and Sociology, in addition to designated Art Therapy courses. Combined with a BA or BFA in Art, the preprofessional Art Therapy program will provide a strong foundation for future studies and gives you the confidence to successfully enter in a master’s level program.
WHY STUDY PRE-ART THERAPY AT UW-STEVENS POINT?
Art therapists support the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of their clients, including children experiencing behavioral challenges; people and caregivers in medical crises; victims of violence or other trauma; older adults struggling with dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease; or anyone that needs help coping with life’s challenges. Our students can successfully enter a graduate program upon graduation.
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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!
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Your very first semester at UWSP you will begin taking introductory classes toward the pre-professional program. You will also take studio art courses in a variety of two- and three-dimensional art with the option of selection a BA (Bachelor of Art) or a BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) upon completion of the foundation art coursework. Preprofessional Art Therapy courses include Intro to Art Therapy and Art Therapy Field Experience.
MEET YOUR FACULTY AND STAFF
At UW-Stevens Point we work with students individually to realize their career goals. Our faculty are engaged in ongoing projects and work and their great range of knowledge supports exceptional student learning experiences.
Stuart Morris
- Assistant Dean – School of Design and Communication
- Professor – Graphic Design
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Cortney Chaffin
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Andy Gambrell
- Assistant Professor – Art
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Austen Leigh LaRocca
- Assistant Professor – Art History
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Guillermo Peñafiel
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Julie Playl
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Brittany Sievers
- Assistant Professor – Art
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