Fine Art & Humanities

Introduction to Philosophy
A survey course focusing on the history of Western thought and ideas.

Psychology
A survey of psychology. Students will trace the progression of psychology wih emphasis on major schools of thought and the methods employed by various groups throughout history. Application of knowledge will be presented through numerous class projects.

Ethics
This course will discuss the concept of “ethics” and how it applies to today’s contemporary social dilemmas.

Comparative Religion
A one-semester course in the similarities and differences in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Studio Art
A two-semester course in painting, drawing, collage, design and mixed media sculpture.

Art History I
Follows the major trends in art beginning with pre-history and ending with the Renaissance in Italy and Northern Europe.

Music Theory
A basic study of rhythm, melody and harmony. Why music “sounds” the way it does.

Music Appreciation
A basic study of the elements of music and introduction to the to the various music genres.

Music History
A comprehensive survey of the evolution of music from ancient Greece to the present.

Cinema Critique
A one-semester course in the history and development of film with emphasis on the relevancy of social issues as depicted in movies.

Drama
A basic introduction to elements of acting through improvisations.

Speech/Public Speaking
Guides students through all aspects of public speaking, starting from the research process and progressing through delivery and speech critiquing. Students will write and deliver extemporaneous, impromptu, informative, and persuasive speeches, and have the opportunity to analyze and criticize examples of public speaking.

Photography 1
Basic instruction in the use of the camera, composition and design, and safety procedures of the darkroom.

Photography 2 and 3
Advanced instructions in the use of the camera, composition and design, and special effect procedures in the darkroom. Instruction also includes basic digital photography as well as Adobe PhotoShop.