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School Information
Welcome
Mission Statement
The mission of the School of Art, Design, and Art History is to educate undergraduate and graduate students in the evolution, theory, and practice of art, design, and art history, preparing them to make vital contributions through these disciplines to their immediate communities and the global society.
Values Statement
The School of Art, Design, and Art History at San Diego State University values the theoretical and historical study of the visual arts, art making, and the practice of design; and recognizes that they are integral to society and beneficial to the individual. We promote the values of integrity, innovation, and interaction through our teaching, creative endeavors, and community involvement.
Integrity guides our personal conduct.
- Commitment
- Authenticity
- Freedom of expression
- Confidentiality
Innovation is the goal of our creative process.
- Vision
- Academic diligence
- Inquiry
- Analysis
Interaction advances the exchange of knowledge and ideas.
- Collaboration
- Collegiality
- Diversity
- Social responsibility
Vision Statement
The School’s progressive, dynamic, and relevant curricula attract ambitious, dedicated undergraduate and graduate students, many of whom become leading professionals in their fields. Our faculty and staff are distinguished by breadth of experience, expertise, and professional achievement. The School’s effectiveness has been enhanced by additional tenure-track faculty members who support existing programmatic strengths and regularly integrate new directions, methods, and applications.
Emphasis Areas
The School of Art, Design, and Art History offers the B.A, M.A, and M.F.A. degrees in the visual arts. While focused on the interdisciplinary nature of contemporary art practice, the School has three main areas of study:
Art
- Applied Design (Ceramics, Fiber, Furniture Design and Woodworking, Jewelry and Metals)
- Painting and Printmaking
- Sculpture
- Studio Arts
Design
- Graphic Design
- Interior Design
- Multimedia
Art History
The School is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA).
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