Education, Communication and Fine Arts

A general introduction to the visual arts designed to create an appreciation of the vocabulary, media, techniques, and purposes of the creative process. Students will critically interpret and evaluate works of art within formal, cultural, and historical contexts.

A foundation studio course exploring drawing with emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will learn to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will engage in critical analysis and begin to develop their understanding of drawing as a discipline.

A studio course exploring drawing with continued emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will further develop the ability to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will employ critical analysis to broaden their understanding of drawing as a discipline.

Studio art course that introduces the fundamental principles, materials, and techniques of painting.

Studio art course that furthers the study of the principles, materials, and techniques of painting.

A studio art course that introduces basic building, throwing, and other techniques as it relates to the design and production of ceramic sculpture and pottery.

A studio art course that furthers the study of building, throwing, and other techniques as it relates to the design and production of ceramic sculpture and pottery.

A studio art course that introduces the technical and conceptual basics of photography as a creative medium.

A studio art course that furthers the study of the technical and conceptual basics of photography as a creative medium.

Studio art course that introduces the fundamental principles, materials, and techniques of watercolor and other water-based media.

Practicum in theater open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions. Practical experience in a minimum of two productions each semester.

Practicum in theater open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions. Practical experience in a minimum of two productions each semester.

Survey of theater including its history, dramatic works, stage techniques, production procedures, and relation to other art forms.

Principles, practices, and exercises in awareness, relaxation, freedom, flexibility, and expressiveness in the actor’s physical instrument.

Study and application of the methods and components of theatrical production that may include one or more of the following: theater facilities, scenery construction and painting, properties, lighting, costume, makeup, sound, and theatrical management.

Design and execution of makeup for the stage performer. Includes discussion of makeup principles and practical experience of makeup application.

Introduction to the process and application of the fundamental skills of costume production, modification, and maintenance.

An introduction to the fundamental principles and tools of acting as used in auditions, rehearsals, and performances. This may include ensemble performing, character and script analysis, and basic theater terminology. This exploration will emphasize the development of the actor’s instrument: voice, body and imagination.

Exploration and further training within the basic principles and tools of acting, including an emphasis on critical analysis of oneself and others. The tools include ensemble performing, character and script analysis, and basic theater terminology. This will continue the exploration of the development of the actor’s instrument: voice, body and imagination.

Practicum in theater open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions. Practical experience in a minimum of two productions each semester.

Practicum in theater open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions. Practical experience in a minimum of two productions each semester.

An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of drama.

Continued study and application of the methods and components of theatrical production which may include one or more of the following: theater facilities, scenery construction and painting, properties, lighting, costume, makeup, sound and theatrical management.

Principles, practices, and exercises in awareness, relaxation, freedom, flexibility, and expressiveness in the actor’s vocal instrument.

Examination of foundational skills for understanding the structure and content of play scripts for interpretation and conceptualization in theater productions by directors, designers, actors, and technicians. Introduces students to significant plays in the history of dramatic literature in the playwright’s social and cultural context.

Survey and analyze cinema including history, film techniques, production, procedures, selected motion pictures, and cinema’s impact on and reflection of society.

An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of drama.

A study of the research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation; factors that impact learning, and application of learning strategies. Theoretical models of strategic learning, cognition, and motivation serve as the conceptual basis for the introduction of college-level student academic strategies. Students use assessment instruments (e. g., learning inventories) to help them identify their own strengths and weaknesses as strategic learners. Students are ultimately expected to integrate and apply the learning skills discussed across their own academic programs and become effective and efficient learners. Students developing these skills should be able to continually draw from the theoretical models they have learned.

An enriched, integrated pre-service course and content experience that provides active recruitment and institutional support of students interested in a teaching career, especially in high need fields. The course provides students with opportunities to participate in early field observations at all levels of P-12 schools with varied and diverse student populations and provides students with support from college and school faculty, preferably in small cohort groups, for the purpose of introduction to and analysis of the culture of schooling and classrooms. Course content should be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards.

An enriched, integrated pre-service course and content experience that provides an overview of schooling and classrooms from the perspectives of language, gender, socioeconomic status, ethnic and academic diversity, and equity with an emphasis on factors that facilitate learning. The course provides students with opportunities to participate in early field observations of P-12 special populations and should be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards.

Audition required. Designed to give players an enjoyable and enlightening playing experience. Performs a wide range of music from popular selections to more advanced works for concert band. Presents concerts on campus, plays for athletic events and at various functions in the area.

Audition required. Designed to give players an enjoyable and enlightening playing experience. Performs a wide range of music from popular selections to more advanced works for concert band. Presents concerts on campus, plays for athletic events and at various functions in the area.

Open to instrumentalists with permission of the band director. Designed to give experience in “pop”, “jazz” and “modern” stage band literature. Travels in the East Texas area performing at high schools, civic functions, etc.

Open to instrumentalists with permission of the band director. Designed to give experience in “pop”, “jazz” and “modern” stage band literature. Travels in the East Texas area performing at high schools, civic functions, etc.

The Chorale performs a wide variety of choral music while emphasizing balanced tonal blend, musical style, vocal techniques and musicianship. Membership is by approval only. The Chorale performs with area symphony orchestras and participates in community events and activities.

The Chorale performs a wide variety of choral music while emphasizing balanced tonal blend, musical style, vocal techniques and musicianship. Membership is by approval only. The Chorale performs with area symphony orchestras and participates in community events and activities.

A small, auditioned choir specializing in serious choral literature from early Madrigals to 20th century Chamber Music. Emphasis is placed on a cappella singing and performing in languages as well as choral and vocal techniques and musicianship.

A small, auditioned choir specializing in serious choral literature from early Madrigals to 20th century Chamber Music. Emphasis is placed on a cappella singing and performing in languages as well as choral and vocal techniques and musicianship.

A small singing and dancing show choir specializing in entertainment. The Pipers frequently perform for service clubs, schools, hospitals, banquets and other occasions.

A small singing and dancing show choir specializing in entertainment. The Pipers frequently perform for service clubs, schools, hospitals, banquets and other occasions.

Audition required. Designed to give players an enjoyable and enlightening playing experience. Performs a wide range of music from popular selections to more advanced works for concert band. Presents concerts on campus, plays for athletic events and at various functions in the area.

Audition required. Designed to give players an enjoyable and enlightening playing experience. Performs a wide range of music from popular selections to more advanced works for concert band. Presents concerts on campus, plays for athletic events and at various functions in the area.

Open to instrumentalists with permission of the band director. Designed to give experience in “pop”, “jazz” and “modern” stage band literature. Travels in the East Texas area performing at high schools, civic functions, etc.

Open to instrumentalists with permission of the band director. Designed to give experience in “pop”, “jazz” and “modern” stage band literature. Travels in the East Texas area performing at high schools, civic functions, etc.

The Chorale performs a wide variety of choral music while emphasizing balanced tonal blend, musical style, vocal techniques and musicianship. Membership is by approval only. The Chorale performs with area symphony orchestras and participates in community events and activities.

The Chorale performs a wide variety of choral music while emphasizing balanced tonal blend, musical style, vocal techniques and musicianship. Membership is by approval only. The Chorale performs with area symphony orchestras and participates in community events and activities.

A small, auditioned choir specializing in serious choral literature from early Madrigals to 20th century Chamber Music. Emphasis is placed on a cappella singing and performing in languages as well as choral and vocal techniques and musicianship.

A small, auditioned choir specializing in serious choral literature from early Madrigals to 20th century Chamber Music. Emphasis is placed on a cappella singing and performing in languages as well as choral and vocal techniques and musicianship.

A small singing and dancing show choir specializing in entertainment. The Pipers frequently perform for service clubs, schools, hospitals, banquets and other occasions.

A small singing and dancing show choir specializing in entertainment. The Pipers frequently perform for service clubs, schools, hospitals, banquets and other occasions.

This course covers sight singing, rhythmic, melodic and harmonic dictation within diatonic harmony.

Singing tonal music in various clefs, continued aural study of the elements of music, and dictation of intermediate rhythm, melody and diatonic harmony.

Beginning class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique.

Advanced beginning class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique.

Understanding music through the study of cultural periods, major composers and musical elements. Illustrated with audio recordings, videotapes and live performances. This course is designed for the non-music major and is accepted as a “fine arts” requirement for students.

A survey of the styles and forms of music as it developed from the middle ages to the present. This course will familiarize the student with cultural context, terminology, genres, and notation.

The study of analysis and writing of tonal melody and diatonic harmony, including fundamental music concepts, scales, intervals, chords, 7th chords, and early four-part writing. Analysis of small compositional forms.

The study of analysis and writing of tonal melody and diatonic harmony, including all diatonic chords and seventh chords in root position and inversions, non-chord tones, and functional harmony. Introduction to more complex topics, such as modulation, may occur.

Singing more difficult tonal music in various clefs, aural study including dictation of more complex rhythm, melody, chromatic harmony, and extended tertian structures.

Singing advanced tonal music and introduction of modal and post-tonal melodies. Aural study including dictation of advanced rhythm, melody, and harmony.

Intermediate class instruction of keyboard technique.

Advanced class instruction of keyboard technique.

Advanced harmony voice leading, score analysis and writing of more advanced tonal harmony including chromaticism and extended-tertian structures.

Continuation of advanced chromaticism and survey of analytical and compositional procedures in post-tonal music.

A study of the 1) research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation, 2) factors that impact learning, and 3) application of learning strategies. Theoretical models of strategic learning, cognition, and motivation serve as the conceptual basis for the introduction of college-level student academic strategies. Students use assessment instruments (e. g., learning inventories) to help them identify their own strengths and weaknesses as strategic learners. Students are ultimately expected to integrate and apply the learning skills discussed across their own academic programs and become effective and efficient learners. Students developing these skills should be able to continually draw from the theoretical models they have learned.

Application of communication theory and practice to the public speaking context, with emphasis on audience analysis, speaker delivery, ethics of communication, cultural diversity, and speech organizational techniques to develop students’ speaking abilities, as well as ability to effectively evaluate oral presentations.

Application of communication theory to interpersonal relationship development, maintenance, and termination in relationship contexts including friendships, romantic partners, families, and relationships with co-workers and supervisors.

An introduction to the education of the young child, including developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth through age eight.