The College of Fine Arts & Communication consists of the School of Design and Communication and the School of Performing Arts.
The College of Fine Arts & Communication is committed to a broad understanding of the arts, the humanities, and communication as a basis for reasoned, intelligent, and sensitive individuals interacting with society. The college is also committed to a broad understanding of the many aspects of the arts and communication as they relate to a changing world with its dynamic and diverse cultures. Most importantly, the college is committed to excellence in training communication, visual arts, and performing arts professionals. Through its students, faculty, and programs both on and off campus, the College of Fine Arts & Communication inspires, creates, and achieves.
Curriculum in Fine Arts and Communication
Educational experiences and courses for fine arts & communication majors, minors, and general student needs include:
History, criticism, theory, and practice in fine arts and communication.
Practical applications in the arts and communication through laboratory, studio, internship and other experiences.
Production and performance experiences through art exhibitions, music recitals/concerts, plays, musicals, dance productions, master classes, film, radio and television broadcasting, and various other forms of communication.
You may choose a professional program in a specific field or a more broadly based curriculum with a wide variety of choices. You may choose one of the majors listed below or a minor in the college with a major from another area.
There are two schools offering degree programs within the college:
The School of Design and Communication has units in Art and Art History, Graphic Design, Interior Architecture, Media Studies, and Communication.
The School of Performing Arts has two main Departments:
The Department of Music with units in Jazz Studies, Music Education, and Performance; and
The Department of Theatre and Dance with units in Acting, Arts Management, Dance, Drama, Design & Technology, and Musical Theatre.
The college maintains national accreditation with all four fine arts accrediting associations: Art & Design (National Association of Schools of Art & Design), Music (National Association of Schools of Music), Theatre (National Association of Schools of Theatre), and Dance (National Association of Schools of Dance) in addition to the Council for Interior Design Accreditation. UW-Stevens Point is one of 30 such universities in the country to carry this designation.
Majors in Fine Arts and Communication
Degrees offered are:
School of Design and Communication
School of Performing Arts
Refer to the degree requirements listed in each school’s section of this catalog.
To earn your degree, successfully complete the General Education Program (GEP) requirements, requirements for your major, and approved electives totaling no less than 120 credits. To graduate, you must earn at least 32 credits in courses numbered 300 or above.
If you wish to meet teacher certification requirements in music, consult the Education section later in this catalog for additional courses required through the College of Professional Studies.
Minors in Fine Arts and Communication
Minors are available in:
School of Design & Communication: program, program, program, and program
School of Performing Arts: program, program, program, and program
College Honors - Fine Arts and Communication
Undergraduate, full-time majors in the College of Fine Arts & Communication who have achieved a semester grade point average over 3.75 are awarded the Dean’s Distinguished Achievement Award.
Affiliated Centers/Programs in Fine Arts and Communication
Faculty and staff members from the College of Fine Arts & Communication are involved in a variety of other programs that benefit the students of the university as well as the Central Wisconsin regional community. These programs include:
Aber Suzuki Center
American Suzuki Institute
Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra
COFAC Creates
Continuing Education Programs: Camp COFAC, Central Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra, LIFE
Edna Carlsten Gallery
Festivals: Band, Jazz, Chorus, Orchestra, All-State Music, American Dance, WI Theatre
Great Artists, Great Speakers Series
Monteverdi Master Chorale
SPTV
The Pointer
UWSP Recital/Concert Series
UWSP University Theatre
Very Young Composers’ Program
WWSP 90FM Radio
Graduate Programs in Fine Arts and Communication
Graduate programs are available in music education and communication. See the Graduate Study section of this catalog for details.