Bachelor of Arts in Art - Art History

Southern Illinois University - Carbondale

Our Art History Program provides a broad and rigorous interdisciplinary education in the historical, political, social, cultural, and material contexts of art and visual culture with a focus on both global as well as regional concerns of art production.You will explore the creation and reception of art and visual culture from the ancient worlds to present contemporary artistic practices. You will receive theoretical and practical training for arts professionals that can be applied to a variety of fields as well as to the continued study of art history and studio art practices.Our program offers a unique opportunity to take courses in studio arts and work with the faculty of professional artists on 2- and 3-D projects in art and design. You will also be encouraged to research the collections of the University Museum and the Special Collections of Morris Library. We offer internships in museums that often involve the handling and care of art and artifacts and prepares our students for future careers in the arts and museums.

College of Liberal Arts