The Program in Art and Design (Bachelor of Fine Arts) prepares students for innovative roles in the contemporary art world, including careers as professional artists, advanced study at the graduate level, and other career options created by a liberal arts education. The program begins with a series of foundation courses stressing the development of technical, problem-solving and conceptual skills. Each student's growth and development are achieved through exposure to multiple media, concluding with the production of a professional portfolio in an area of specialization. Art is about creative expression, but it's also about understanding your world and connecting with it in deep and meaningful ways. Art history lets you explore the past through the eyes of its artists.