Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art - Art Education

The Juanita and Ralph Harvey School of Visual Arts at Midwestern State University offers a variety of studio programs in well-equipped facilities. Each discipline involves in-depth teaching of the practical skills, studio techniques, and visual concepts necessary for the creation of fine art. The gallery features group and solo exhibitions by regionally and nationally known artists during the academic year, as well as the Annual Student Exhibition in the spring and summer. During the fall and spring semesters, the Harvey School of Visual Arts hosts a number of workshops and lectures through its Visiting Artist Program. Field trips to Dallas and Fort Worth museums, galleries, and private artists’ studios complete a well-rounded educational experience. The Juanita and Ralph Harvey School of Visual Arts offers three degree options: The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree is for the student who wants to major in art and minor in another field. The Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) degree is a more in-depth plan for those focused on graduate study and continuing career development as a professional. Teacher certification for grades K-12 can also be added to the B.F.A. degree.

The art education program is designed for students interested in pursuing a teaching career with a balanced preparation in both two and three dimensional experiences. This program, together with the requirements of the College of Education, provides the courses necessary to obtain a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with teacher certification. Foundations of Art Education I is predominantly for K-6 pre-service teachers, while Foundations of Art Education II is for secondary pre-service teachers. Both are required for teacher certification in art. There are two courses offered in art education: Foundations of Art Education I and Foundations of Art Education II.