Art History (Minor)
The study of the history of art promotes visual and cultural literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students may major or minor in Art History at ODU, and it is part of the curricula of studio art, art education, and graphic design as well. After a survey of world art from ancient to contemporary, students may select areas of interest as they build their skills in research and writing, but are encouraged to sample broadly from course offerings. Advanced majors may pursue internships at museums and other cultural venues, conduct independent research with faculty guidance, and write an original thesis as a culmination of their studies.
Art History (Minor)
Description
What is Art History at ODU like?
The study of the history of art promotes visual and cultural literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students may major or minor in Art History at ODU, and it is part of the curricula of studio art, art education, and graphic design as well. After a survey of world art from ancient to contemporary, students may select areas of interest as they build their skills in research and writing, but are encouraged to sample broadly from course offerings. Advanced majors may pursue internships at museums and other cultural venues, conduct independent research with faculty guidance, and write an original thesis as a culmination of their studies.
Program Highlights
What makes Art History at ODU unique?
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ODU’s Art History majors have presented at national conferences and entered prestigious master’s and doctoral programs
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The Art History Program offers scholarships and study abroad opportunities
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Art History majors participate in the annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, in which students can share their original research in a professional format
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The Student Art History Association supports extracurricular activities including discussions, field trips and guest lectures.
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ODU and Norfolk are rich in cultural resources, including the Barry Art Museum on ODU’s campus, the Hermitage and Chrysler museums in Norfolk and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Virginia Beach.
Courses
What are some courses offered in Art History at ODU?
ARTH 316:
High Renaissance Art in Italy
This course is a survey of High Renaissance Art in Italy |roughly 1473 to 1520), focusing primarily on the recognized major artists or masters of the High Renaissance: Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Titian. Prerequisites: ARTH 211 or permission of the instructor. Pre- or corequisites: ARTH 212 or permission of the instructor.
ARTH 495:
TPCS:RENAISSANC and BAROQUE WMN
A study of selected topics in art history to be specified in the class schedule each semester. May be repeated for credit as topics vary. Prerequisites: ARTH 211, ARTH 212, or permission of the instructor.
ARTH 360:
Asian Art
An introduction to the architecture, sculpture, calligraphy, pottery, ink painting, miniature painting, and gardens of India, China, and Japan. Emphasis will be placed on the connections among the cultures: Buddhism and pilgrimage, the importance of the scholar painters, the role of trade routes and the emergence of native writing. Cross-listed with ASIA 360. Prerequisite: ARTH 121A or ARTH 203 or ARTH 210 or ARTH 230 or ARTH 212 or permission of instructor.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for Art History at ODU?
Students entering the Minor program in Art History should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Undergraduate Admission)
A student who chooses to complete a minor in art history must receive the approval of the chief departmental advisor and the art history program director. ARTH 150 and ARTH 203, ARTH 210 or ARTH 230 are prerequisite courses for the minor and are not included in the calculation of the grade point average for the minor. A reading knowledge of French, German, Italian or Spanish is strongly advised. The requirement for the minor for BA and BS students comprises 12 hours selected from ARTH 300- and 400-level courses.
For completion of the minor a student must have a minimum overall cumulative grade point average of 2.00 and no grade lower than a C in all courses specified as a requirement for the minor exclusive of prerequisite courses. Transfer students must complete a minimum of six hours in ARTH 300- and 400-level courses through courses offered by Old Dominion University.
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2022-23 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 374
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,039
Active Duty Military Rate
Per Credit:
$ 250
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 407
Ways to Save
Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ODU. For more information visit University Student Financial aid
Scholarships
- Charles Sibley Scholarship (Spring Semester, Annual)
- Helen and Richard Parker Scholarship in Art History (Spring Semester, Annual)
- Scholarships via Honors College (Begins Sophomore Year)
- Undergraduate Research Grant (April 15th Deadline)
- Undergraduate Travel Grant
- Undergraduate Research Symposium each February. This is an excellent opportunity to present research and to build your C.V.
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Name:
Anne Muraoka
Location:
1000E BARRY ARTS BUILDING 4600 MONARCH WAY, NORFOLK, VA, 23529
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Office:
757-683-4678
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Fax:
757-683-3255
Email:
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Location:
2101 Dragas Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3701
Fax:
757-683-3651
Email:
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