Integrative Studies

Course Descriptions

ARCT 397 Architectural Theory and Criticism. S, odd years. Core: Integrative Studies. A capstone seminar course for all juniors and seniors enrolled in the pre-architecture program, which re-examines the integral relationship between architectural theories and faith commitments. Special attention will be given to contemporary criticism. Students will address ethical and religious issues as they address various methods of architectural design and practice, in preparation for careers in architecture. Slide lectures and class discussions; a course paper is required. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing.

ARTS 395 Senior Seminar in Studio Art (3). F and S. Core: Integrative Studies. This is a capstone seminar course for all seniors majoring in studio art, which re-examines the integral relationship between the production of visual images and faith commitments. Students examine contemporary theories and practices in art criticism, while refining their own religious convictions. In addition, students address ethical issues related to art-making as they prepare for professional careers in art-related fields. Prerequisites: senior standing with a major in studio art; Biblical Foundations I or Theological Foundations I, DCM, and Philosophical Foundations.

ARTH 395 Architectural Theory and Criticism (3). S, odd years. Core: Integrative Studies. This is a capstone seminar course for all juniors and seniors enrolled in the pre-architecture program, which re-examines the integral relationship between architectural theories and faith commitments. Special attention is given to contemporary criticism. Students address ethical and religious issues as they address various methods of architectural design and practice in preparation for careers in architecture. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing; Biblical Foundations I or Theological Foundations I, DCM, and Philosophical Foundations.

ARTH 397 Methods in Art Historiography (3). S, odd years. Core: Integrative Studies. This is a capstone seminar course for all juniors and seniors majoring in art history, which re-examines the integral relationship between art historiography and faith commitments. Students address ethical and religious issues as they address various methods of art historiography in preparation for careers in art history. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing; Biblical Foundations I or Theological Foundations I, DCM, and Philosophical Foundations.