The College of Arts and Humanities is charged with the responsibility of providing instruction not only to students majoring in traditional arts and humanities disciplines, but also for providing general education components of business and education programs. It does so with the realization that in order to prepare students to face the ever-changing, complex society in which we live, it is necessary to do more than teach them a number of facts and train them in a variety of skills. The faculty of the College of Arts and Humanities is dedicated to providing an education that will engage students to meet the future, not merely to live in the present.
The University of West Georgia’s College of Arts and Humanities is committed to the academic success of our students.
The college of Arts and Humanities does not have any physical education requirements. Physical Education classes will not count as electives. Note, however, that if a student changes from the College of Arts and Humanities to the College of Education, the student must satisfy that college’s physical education requirement.
All students majoring in disciplines in the College of Arts and Humanities must satisfy the requirements for Discipline Specific Writing (DSW) in order to graduate.
A DSW certificate option is available for students who wish to gain additional experience in writing as well as to demonstrate a commitment to developing exemplary communication skills. A student may elect to double the basic DSW requirements, passing 12 hours of writing-intensive courses. These additional courses need not be in the student’s major, unless the department specifies otherwise. Students who elect this option and earn a grade of C or above in each of their writing-intensive classes will receive:
Department of Art
Humanities 322 •678-839-6521
http://www.westga.edu/art
Professors:
D Collins, E. Crean, C. Samples (Associate Dean of Special Projects), D. Santini
Associate Professors:
C. McGuire, M. Schoon, K. Shunn (Chair), J. Swift, R. Tekippe
Assistant Professors:
M. Iamiceli, J. Morris, B. Perry, N. Rees
Senior Lecturer:
S. Smith (Gallery Director)
Lecturers:
E. Dixon, P. Kirk, R. Lamfers
Instructor:
A. Ingle, S. Morrison
UWG’s Department of Art focuses on the individual student and their personal growth as a professional. The department is committed to excellence in education and making UWG the best place to work, learn and succeed. Our departmental goal is to prepare young professionals to be outstanding individuals in their field upon graduation and to successfully enter the highly competitive world of employment, both in and out of the Arts, and Graduate Studies.
BA in Art:
The BA in Art degree provides students with opportunities to explore areas within the visual arts without necessarily specializing in any one discipline. As a liberal arts degree, this option is appropriate for students who wish to explore creative processes, develop and hone both creative and critical thinking skillsets, while developing abilities applicable to any number of employment opportunities. The degree is usually identified as appropriate for students who wish to pursue a professional career or graduate studies that may or may not be within the Arts. The Department of Art offers three BA in Art options: BA in Art (Art History), BA in Art (Pre-Medical Illustration), which includes a minor in Biology, and a BA in Art (Studio Art).
Art History Emphasis:
Focuses on various cultures of the past and present and challenges students to relate themselves to a larger world. Art History students are required to write about art critically and to conduct research, and their initiation into the practice takes place in these courses.
Medical Illustration:
Focus on preparing students for application into competitive graduate programs within Medical or Science Illustration with a specific minor in Biology.
Studio Emphasis:
Focuses on various arts’ studio disciplines and practices and is appropriate for individuals who wish to enhance their creative and artistic abilities. Students can individualize their own approach; by exposure to all artistic media, focusing on two or more mediums or by taking a 2D or 3D approach, or even working in a multi-disciplinary nature. This degree encourages broad-based, open-ended inquiry into the arts and is customizable to the interests of individual students.
BFA with a specific Concentration:
The BFA within a specific concentration is appropriate for students who have a strong desire to focus on a single area or medium within the visual arts and who are specifically focused on coursework, providing in-depth exploration within said specific discipline. All Programs are designed to provide students with increased opportunities for complexity and knowledge within their field as they progress. The degree is usually identified as appropriate for students who wish to pursue a professional career or graduate studies in the Arts. The Department of Art offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Art with concentrations in the following programs: Ceramics, Graphic Design, Painting, Printmaking, Photography, Sculpture and Art Education.
The University is an accredited associate member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
Learning Outcomes
The Department of Art’s objectives are for students to develop sound skills and knowledge and become young professionals by demonstrating the following: BA in Art learning outcomes
- Develop broad knowledge on the history of art and design.
- Demonstrates a broad understanding of the technical skill within the studio arts.
- Develop thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of visual arts and design.
- Demonstrates a broad understanding of content and conceptual development within aspects of creating art.
BFA in Art learning outcomes
- Develop broad knowledge on the history of art and design.
- Develop thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of art and design.
- Demonstrates in-depth technical focus and proficiency within an area of concentration.
- Demonstrates in-depth research and content development within an area of concentration.
- Demonstrates preparedness for a professional career in the arts.
Bachelor of Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts
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Art, Art Ceramics, B.F.A.
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Art, Art Education, B.F.A.
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Art, Art Graphic Design, B.F.A.
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Art, Art Painting, B.F.A.
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Art, Photography, B.F.A.
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Art, Printmaking, B.F.A.
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Art, Sculpture, B.F.A.
Minor
Department of English and Philosophy
English
TLC 2255 • 678-839-6512
www.westga.edu/english
Professors:
L. Crafton, M. Crafton (Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs), C. Davidson, M. Doyle, P. Erben (Director of Graduate Studies), G. Fraser, R. Hendricks, E. Hipchen, A. Insenga, M. Mitchell, D. MacComb (Director of English Education), D. Newton (Associate VPAA), M. Pearson (Chair), A. Umminger
Associate Professors:
S. Boyd (Associate Chair), D. Bremyer, K. Casper (Director of First-Year Writing), R. Harrison, J. Masters, L. Miller, E. Mock
Assistant Professors:
M. Franks, L. Haught
Senior Lecturers:
K Chaple, B. James-Chambless, M. Jordan, M. McFarland, C. Shelnutt
Lecturers:
B. Adams (Associate Director of First-Year Writing), L. Beasley, A. Dycus, A. Ellison, S. Finck, J. Hawk (Academic Writing Professional), J. Kesler, J. Loicano, R. McRae (Assistant Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning), S. Morin, P. Murphy, J. Peterson, J. Sewell
Instructors:
R. Barker, J. Black, A. Bremyer, N. Byrom, M. Campbell, B. Drummond, K. Frank, J. Harte, J. Hawk, S. Hendricks, J. Hendrix, M. Jackson, M. Livingston, A. Oglesbee, A. Payne, M. Rood, A. Shoemake, J. Steed
The B.A. in English enables students to write well, to recognize the defining traits of major literary genres, to become familiar with the history of literature, to interpret texts from pertinent critical perspectives, to become proficient in scholarly research, and to connect facts and ideas of the discipline to other fields. A track offering a B.A. in English with secondary education certification is also available. For those preparing for graduate or professional schools or careers in professional writing, specialized courses in literary theory, and professional and creative writing are available.
Learning Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate that they:
- Are adept writers in command of standard written English and of options for effectively presenting ideas and evidence
- Are familiar with the characteristics and development of the major literary genres
- Are conversant with the content and defining traits of representative literary periods
- Are aware of prevailing theories, approaches, and practices related to the study of literature and language
- Are capable of critical thinking that takes into account the variety of human experience and significant differences among cultural value systems
- Can convincingly analyze, interpret, and explicate literary texts in light of pertinent critical assumptions
- Can relate the facts and ideas of the discipline to other fields and explore their correspondence, particularly within the context of Western intellectual history
Philosophy
TLC 2255 • 678-839-4848
https://www.westga.edu/philosophy/
Professors:
J. Donohoe (Dean, Honors College), R. Lane
Associate Professors:
R. Kellison, W. Riker (Director of Philosophy Program)
Assistant Professor:
J. Garner
Instructor:
E. Blum
The B.A. program in Philosophy offers courses that enable students to develop skills in critical thinking, reasoning, and judging; to understand the role of premises and inference in ordinary discourse as well as in philosophical argumentation; to recognize and define different world views; and to comprehend the history of Western philosophy in particular. As a cornerstone of the liberal arts education, this discipline is pertinent to virtually all other undergraduate fields of study. A minor in Philosophy is also available. The Philosophy major is designed for those students who want a solid grounding in the discipline and can serve as preparation for those who are interested in advancing into graduate studies in Philosophy or related fields. The Religion track is designed for those interested in theology and religious studies. It is suitable for those students wishing to go on to graduate school in those disciplines. The Law and Justice track is designed for students interested in law or the problems of justice. This track will prepare students for the entrance exams and performance standards of law school.
Learning Outcomes
Every graduate of the Philosophy Program should be able to:
- Discuss the general historical development of the discipline of philosophy, including the views of at least three major historical figures of philosophy
- Incorporate a philosophical position in oral and written communications
- Critically outline and analyze philosophical issues
- Exhibit critical thinking skills
Bachelor of Art
Minor
Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures
Cobb 107 • 678-839-6515
http://www.westga.edu/forlang/
Professors:
J. Blair, M. Cormican, J. Farmer, D. Overfield (Assoc VPAA and Dean of Graduate School), F. Tweraser
Associate Professors:
L. Anderson, L. Connell, E. Dahms, Y. Fuentes, R. Kilpatrick (Chair), J. Zamostny
Assistant Professors:
A. Koczkas, A. Zapata-Calle
Lecturers:
L. Hill, K. Lawton
Instructors:
C. Ezekiel, E. Solis
Learning Outcomes/Expected Results for all programs:
- Students will demonstrate listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills at the advanced level of the target language consistent with national standards for foreign language education.
- Students will demonstrate skills necessary to analyze cultures and practices of the tar-get areas.
- Students will demonstrate the capacity to present research in the target language on topics relevant to the study of foreign languages and cultures.
For Learning Outcomes on specific concentrations please see http://www.westga.edu/forlang/.
Please note: Students may retake a foreign language course for credit at the 1000 or 2000 level only if they have not completed a course with a higher number for credit.
Bachelor of Art
Minor
Department of History
TLC 3200 • 678-839-6508
http://www.westga.edu/forlang
Professors:
K. Bohannon, M. de Nie, H. Goodson, E. MacKinnon, A. McCleary, K. Pacholl, T. Schroer (Chair), D. Williams
Associate Professors:
C. Lipp, M. McCullers, L. Rivers, G. Van Valen, C. Vasconcellos, N. Williams
Assistant Professors:
S. Chalifoux (Graduate Coordinator), A. Genell, I. Pidhainy, C. Welsko
Lecturers:
K. Adams (Public History Manager), M. Hild, T. Leslie
Instructors:
K. Griffin, R. Primuth, T. Pitts, S. Pollard
History majors should complete their history course core requirements before taking history courses numbered 3000 or above. They should meet each term with their major field advisors for consultation regarding their programs.
Learning Outcomes
Students who earn the Bachelor of Arts degree in History will be able:
- Demonstrate content knowledge of history
- Analyze primary and secondary sources for their historical content and interpretations
- Demonstrate ability to research according to historical methods
- Demonstrate writing skills that reflect persuasive historical arguments based on evidence and proper citation
The History Department believes that these learning outcomes will contribute to a student’s ability to think historically, which includes: understanding the people of the past; understanding the perspectives of historical actors and to view those historical actors from a critical, scholarly perspective; recognizing that people, events, ideas, and cultures have influenced later people events, ideas, and cultures; recognizing that history involves both change and continuity over time; and explaining connections between particular people, events, ideas, or texts and their historical contexts.
Bachelor of Art
Certificate
Minor
Department of Music
Humanities 105 • 678-839-6516
http://www.westga.edu/music
Professors:
J. Bleuel, C. Gingerich, K. Hibbard (Chair), D. McCord
Associate Professors:
J. Byrd, E. Kramer, C. Self
Assistant Professors:
B. Geyer, D. Neely
Lecturer:
E. Hunt
Instructor:
M. Breckling
The Department of Music at West Georgia is dedicated to developing educators who are equally well trained as musicians and teachers, and to developing performers, composers, and scholars who contribute performances, works, and ideas of integrity. Bachelor of Music degrees are offered with majors in Music Education, Composition, Performance, Performance with an Emphasis in Jazz Studies, and Performance with an Emphasis in Piano Pedagogy. The program of study in music education leads to Georgia State Teacher Certification. Students who pursue a major in another field of study may qualify to pursue a Minor in Music. All instruction is delivered by distinguished artist-teacher faculty with extensive credentials and professional experience. The University of West Georgia is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music.
Faculty and Facilities
Cultural events are presented in the Kathy Cashen Recital hall, which houses a two-manual, 16-rank Reuter pipe organ and a 9-ft. Steinway concert grand piano, and in the Townsend Center for the Performing Arts, which boasts a mainstage hall of 455 seats and the Richard Dangle “black-box” Theater. Gracing the mainstage of the Townsend Center are twin Bösendorfer Imperial grand pianos, making West Georgia one of only a few institutions in the nation to have two such instruments on the same stage. In addition to Kathy Cashen Recital Hall, the Humanities Building houses a state-of-the-art music technology lab, a well-equipped keyboard lab, a large percussion studio, multi-media classrooms, faculty studios, and numerous practice rooms. UWG is the first public university in the nation to be designated a Kawai EPIC Institution. In addition to the pianos mentioned above, our Excellent Performance Instrument Collection includes Kawai pianos in all classrooms, studios, practice rooms, and rehearsal rooms, an additional Steinway concert grand, and five Shigeru Kawai grand pianos of various sizes, including a designated rehearsal instrument reserved for Piano principals.
Opportunities in Music
Students at West Georgia, whether music majors, minors, or non-music majors, participate in a wide range of music activities for university credit. Music majors and minors follow a prescribed program of study, while non-music majors may select from a wide variety of offerings.
Many students perform in University ensembles, which include the Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, Opera Workshop, Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Chamber Winds, Jazz Ensemble, Marching Band, Basketball Band, Keyboard Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Woodwind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, and various small chamber groups.
Private study is available in piano, organ, voice, and guitar, as well as in wind, brass, and percussion instruments. These private lessons are required of all music majors and minors (Principal Applied). Music majors who desire to study a second instrument may enroll in MUSC 4610: Secondary Applied .
Students also enroll in music courses offered in the Core Curriculum, including Music Appreciation; Jazz, Rock, and Popular Music; and Survey of World Music. To determine which courses can most suitably meet your needs, contact the Chair of the Department of Music.
Entrance Auditions and Placement Examinations
All incoming freshmen and transfer students planning to major in music must audition before the music faculty on their principal performing instrument or voice. A scholarship audition may serve as a student’s admission audition.
Credit by examination for any course in the Music Theory or Keyboard Skills sequence must be validated by the course’s faculty and processed through the Music Office and the Office of the Registrar.
Transfer Student Admission
The music major entering the Department of Music by transfer must submit an official transcript of all previous college work to the University’s Office of Admissions. The applicant should be prepared to validate achievements in the area of applied music, music theory, ear training and sight singing, keyboard proficiency, and the history and literature of music. Plans for the removal of any deficiency must be initiated during the first registration period.
Transfer students must pass the level-change examination in order to register for upper-division principal-applied study (MUSC 4600: Principal Applied ). For transfer students who have completed 2 years of applied study, the level-change examination may take place during the entrance audition. Otherwise it will occur during the applied jury examination in the semester when the student is ready for advancement from the lower-division to the upper-division level of study. Specific requirements regarding applied lessons are listed on the department website at: (http://www.westga.edu/music). For additional information about the performance standards for applied-music study, please see the faculty coordinator(s) in your area or the Chair of the Department of Music.
Music Scholarships
Music scholarship awards are available to qualified students as determined by a scholarship audition. Numerous students are served annually by these awards to music-major, music-minor, and non-music-major students. All awards are valid pending admission to and approval of funding by the University.
The Music Scholarship Committee considers many criteria before recommending a candidate for a scholarship award. These criteria include the candidate’s anticipated contribution to departmental ensembles, the needs within the department, the financial need of the candidate, and the amount of award money available. For continuing students, additional considerations include their actual contributions to the department through solo performances and ensemble participation, improvement and growth in applied study, and academic standing.
Learning Outcomes
The learning outcomes for each of the degree programs in Music can be found at the Website https://www.westga.edu/academics/coah/music/music-degree-programs.php.
Bachelor of Music
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Composition, Principal-Applied Area: Keyboard, String, Or Guitar, B.M.
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Composition, Principal-Applied Area: Voice, B.M.
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Composition, Principal-Applied Area: Woodwind, Brass, Or Percussion, B.M.
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Music Education, Option: Keyboard, String, & Guitar, B.M.
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Music Education, Option: Voice, B.M.
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Music Education, Option: Woodwind, Brass, & Percussion, B.M.
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Performance, Emphasis in Jazz Studies, B.M.
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Performance, Emphasis in Piano Pedagogy, B.M.
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Performance, Keyboard Option, B.M.
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Performance, Option: String & Guitar, B.M.
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Performance, Option: Voice, B.M.
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Performance, Option: Woodwind, Brass, & Percussion, B.M.
Minor
Department of Theatre
Martha Munro Building • 678-839-4700
https://www.westga.edu/theatre
Professors:
A. Cuomo, R. Elman (Chair), P. Gagnon (Dean, College of Arts and Humanities), A. Yeong
Associate Professor:
B. Darvas (Assistant Chair)
Assistant Professor:
T. Large
Lecturer:
J. Monaghan
Instructors:
C. Fuchs, A. Preeshl
Mission Statement: The UWG Theatre Department educates, inspires, and transforms the lives of students, faculty, and audience members through storytelling, artistic expression, and collaboration, which create the live theatre experience.
Vision Statement: The UWG Theatre Department will graduate students who are engaged with the world around them and who use their skills in theatre to make that world a better place.
Goals:
Prepare students for the current theatre/film job market and/or continued study in advanced training programs.
Foster relationships with Atlanta area theatre production companies to assist students in acquiring internships and regular employment.
Present work that addresses issues important to contemporary society, including plays or musicals from theatre history, and that reflect the diversity of our student population.
Contribute to the intellectual and cultural life of the university and Carrollton communities through core curriculum courses and performances.
Offer an engaging, rigorous, and current theatre curriculum that is philosophically sound and meets the needs of our students.
Maintain accreditation through the National Association of Schools of Theatre, which improves educational practices and maintains high professional standards in theatre education for Theatre Programs throughout United States.
Instill and nurture professional standards and personal accountability in Theatre students.
Values:
The value of Achievement is evident in our commitment to the artistic growth and advancement of our students through conference presentations and internship opportunities.
The value of Caring is evident in our creation of personal relationships with theatre students and a personal investment in their success as artists.
The value of Collaboration is apparent in the very nature of our art form. We collaborate with student artists to create theatre.
The value of Inclusiveness is evident in our casting of shows with the selection of diverse material that celebrates our student population.
The value of Innovation is evident in our pursuit of new technologies, methodologies, and standards to mirror the fast-paced entertainment industry.
The value of Integrity is evident in our commitment to transitioning the work of our student artists in the classroom to the work they do on-stage.
The value of Sustainability is evident in our obligation to maintain an ecological balance by recycling materials, and using equipment that saves energy.
The value of Wisdom is evident in two very specific ways: 1) our pursuit and commitment to teaching students a broad knowledge of how art, more specifically theatre, not only fits into the world, but also how it can change it; and 2) in our commitment to help theatre practioners-in-training to transition from University to the entertainment industry.
Bachelor of Art
Minor