The DoART delivers a well-balanced & blended curriculum of traditional art-making skills and knowledge-based research along with the use of new technologies to produce an integrated academic program that stresses the elements and principles of design, craftsmanship, and award-winning research. Students will be motivated to re-examine the world and research new and innovative means by which to visually communicate their ideas to an ever-changing and diverse population a global community.<br><br>Marketable Skills<br>Confidence: Be self-assured through appreciating your own talents, abilities, skills, and qualities<br>Critical thinking: Analyze and evaluate issues in order to solve problems and develop informed opinions<br>Global awareness: Understand and appreciate people, cultures, and ideas from around the world that impact our community<br>Problem-solving: Find solutions to difficult or complex issues<br>Research: Be able to search, investigate and critically analyze information in response to a specific research question<br>Time management: Prioritize goals and organize time to be more productive and efficient.