Art History

Department of Visual & Performing Arts
Bradley Hall, Room 213
Phone: 973/353-5119
Fax:     973/353-1392
http://vpa.newark.rutgers.edu

INTRODUCTION TO ART HISTORY I (3 cr.)
21:082:101:B1:80441
DAY: 5/27-7/3
MTWTh 10:15-12:00
VITALI           BRADLEY 312

Recommended for non-majors.

Emphasizes the significance and meaning of art in our civilization; selective overview of Western and some non-Western art from prehistoric times to the Renaissance; the important arts of major cultures and periods addressed through illustrated lectures, readings, and museum visits.

INTRODUCTION TO ART HISTORY II (3 cr.)
21:082:102:H1:80583
DAY: 7/7-8/13
MTWTh 10:15-12:00
VITALI           BRADLEY 312

Recommended for non-majors.

Survey of art of the past few centuries; emphasis on tendencies leading to modern developments; develop the ability to respond to and to feel at ease with contemporary art forms, and to gain familiarity with major works of art and important artists. Illustrated lectures and readings, museum and gallery visits.

INDIVIDUAL STUDY IN ART HISTORY (3 cr.)
21:082:391:T1:81505
21:082:392:T1:81506
5/27-8/13
MEETING TIME BY ARRANGEMENT
STERNBERGER

By permission of instructor only.

Special work in art history research. Directed by faculty member; designed to meet specific interests.

INTERNSHIP IN ART HISTORY (3 cr.)
21:082:393:T1:81507
21:082:394:T1:81508
5/27-8/13
MEETING TIME BY ARRANGEMENT
STERNBERGER

By permission of instructor only.

Opportunity to explore career possibilities. Limited to students interested in developing curatorial and exhibition skills through museum or gallery work; intern in the Paul Robeson Gallery on the Newark campus or in other locations, under department supervision.

SENIOR SEMINAR IN ART HISTORY (3 cr.)
21:082:497:TQ:81232
21:082:498:TQ:83796
5/27-8/13
MEETING TIME BY ARRANGEMENT
STERNBERGER

By permission of instructor only.

Writing intensive.

Culminating course for the major concentrating in art history. Thesis topic selected in consultation with the adviser. Demonstration of a general knowledge of art history required.