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2005-2006 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2005-2006 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

School of Art and Design


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The mission of the School of Art and Design is to provide students with historical and aesthetic knowledge, perceptual and conceptual abilities, technical skills, and humanistic perspectives necessary for a successful career as a professional in the visual arts. Deeply woven within this philosophy is the concept of applied learning, linking studio experience with practical application.

Academic programs in Art and Design include the Bachelor of Science in Interior Design; the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communications, with concentrations in Graphic Design and Photography; and the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fine Art, with concentrations in Creative Arts Therapy and Studio Art.

All the programs of study integrate theory, practice and history so students can respond to the rapidly changing demands within visual arts professions. The process begins with Foundation courses that introduce students to an art-intensive experience, immersing them into drawing, 2-D design, and art history. Each program also requires students to take at least two courses within their major the first year. The Foundation curriculum investigates the methods, materials, and techniques common to most art and design fields. It ensures that all students progress to their second year with the skills and comprehension necessary for discipline-specific studies.

Art and Design students are encouraged to participate in exhibitions and publish their work. Several exhibitions a year provide students the occasion to display work in the J. David Broudo Gallery and the Student Art Gallery, while the Endicott Review publishes student art, design, photography, and creative writing. Special presentations and exhibitions by visiting artists and faculty provide possibilities for first-hand viewing and analysis of contemporary art and an exchange of ideas, techniques, and perspectives. The Student Invitational Art Exhibit highlights work from every studio course offered by Art and Design and culminates with awards and purchases.

With the important roles history and multiculturalism have in the development of future artists and designers, Endicott students are encouraged to consider studying one semester abroad. Opportunities to study in Florence, Madrid, and Mexico City are available, with several additional worldwide programs possible under special circumstances.

Practical, on-site work experiences are especially important for artists and designers. The Internship program at Endicott provides all students with three opportunities to work in professional circumstances. Upon graduation, Art and Design students may have a résumé that exceeds that of some professionals, with corresponding recommendations from industry professionals. Additional professional practices are stressed in the Portfolio courses.

Along with the visual arts, Art and Design students have opportunities to explore their interests in music and drama. The School of Art and Design sponsors the Jazz Band and Chamber Ensemble and maintains special relationships with the North Shore Music Theatre, the North Shore Conservatory of Music, and the Drumming Circle.

Submitting a Portfolio

Students are encouraged to submit portfolios of their artwork for review by the School of Art and Design. Students who wish to have their artwork evaluated along with their applications for admission should do the following:

Send 12–20 samples of your art work as 35mm slides or on a CD (do not send originals). If sending slides, insert them into a plastic slide sheet, do not send slides in a box or loose in an envelope. Please include a description of the artwork, such as medium, title, size, date, and software used.

Write a one-page statement relating why you want to study art and design at Endicott; what led to your interest in art; and which area you are interested in studying: Creative Arts Therapy, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Photography, Studio Art, or Visual Communications.

  1. Enclose a statement releasing the College of liability in the event the materials are lost.
  2. Provide a self-addressed, stamped envelope for the return of your slides or CD.
  3. Optional: Submit an application-specific creative assignment that addresses The Center of the Universe. Please do not call the College for guidance regarding this assignment as it will be used to assess your creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  4. Send materials by January 15 to the Dean of Art and Design, Endicott College, 376 Hale Street, Beverly, MA 01915

Upon receipt of the portfolio, the Dean, Department Chair, and appropriate faculty will review the work. The evaluation will then be sent to the Admission Office as a supplemental assessment tool.

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