Introduction
As the only university established by the state, the citizens and University of Wyoming have enjoyed a long, unique and beneficial relationship with the art culture of the west. Research and creative activity cannot be separated from the exploration of art making and study. The art department at the University of Wyoming recognizes excellence in artistic endeavors both from the student and faculty accomplishments. The art faculty have enjoyed national and international recognition in the creation of outstanding and dynamic artistic pursuits and in scholarly research.
The Department of Art supports the creative, aesthetic and cultural development of students within the university community and serves the cultural and educational needs of the state. The department is dedicated to preparing its graduates to assume leadership positions in their professional lives while maintaining an inner commitment to the aesthetic standards of their chosen discipline.
Art Concentrations
In choosing art electives, students may select from a full range of art
course work either broadly based or with concentration in the areas of
painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics or graphic design.
In the Fine Art Humanities Distributed major degree program, students
may declare a concentration in art history. In the B.F.A. degree
program, students may declare a concentration in painting, sculpture or
ceramics.
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Assessment of Student Learning
Fine Arts Building, Room 229
(307)766-3269
e-mail: faoffice@uwyo.edu
Mailing address:
Dept. 3138
1000 E. University Ave.
Laramie, WY 82071
