Courses

The evolution of alternative spaces in New York City from the 1950s through the early 1990s. Critically investigates varying definitions to the term "alternative," and considers the impact of new art forms/new ideas upon the nonprofit and for profit sectors of the art world at that time. Students learn about the work of emerging, underrepresented, established artists whose art reflects cultural and stylistic diversity. Students gain insight into how administrators serve both their artists and constituencies and respond to the changing needs of their communities.

This course explores different ways artists have interacted with money, in choosing a subject, dealing with the marketplace, and formulating life choices. The course combines theory and studio practice with lecture and discussion and includes art critiques with an active critical engagement. For each of the seven topic units, students may do art projects as well as present or write responses. Open to studio artists in any discipline, those interested in critical theory or art history, and those engaged in arts administration.

This course examines the current developments in contemporary art over the past decade – the art of ‘now’ – from the viewpoint of an artist’s practice and working ideas, looking at current global art production in aesthetic, economic, and social contexts. The major movements in painting, photography, sculpture, installation and performance are examined. Readings will be drawn from first hand interviews and point-of-view accounts, reviews, and critique; a major emphasis on interviews and online studio visits will accompany the texts. Guest artist lectures and off-site museum and gallery viewings will complement the weekly visual presentations and theory conversations.

Liberal Arts Core/CORE Equivalent - satisfies the requirement for Expressive Cultures

This class surveys theories of contemporary art from the 1970s to the present. Class meetings provide an overview of the parallel appearance of new art forms and the critical theories associated with them. Areas to be explored include contemporary media culture, the politics of the image and identity, social constructions, memory and history as these relate to art theory and criticism.

Art as therapy for adolescent populations. Topics will cover a range of disorders such as the emotionally disturbed, the disabled, the intellectually and/or neurologically impaired, and the socioeconomically deprived. There will be a demonstration of techniques used in long or short-term treatment. Students will learn the role of the art therapist as a member of the therapeutic team in bringing about behavioral change or improved ability to deal with immediate life situations, methods, of evaluation, and treatment will be addressed.

An investigation of art therapy in numerous settings for adults with either acute or mild disturbances. Demonstration of art therapy techniques (utilizing studio activities) used in long-or short-term treatment. Discussion and art experience appropriate to use with talented adult group.

Art as therapy with the emotionally disturbed, children with physical disabilies, the intellectually and/or neurologically impaired, and socioeconomically deprived children. Considers the problems and methods of art therapy for children with either aculte or mild disturbances. Demonstrations of art therapy techniques (utlizing studio activities) used in long-or short-term treatment. The role of art therapist in relation to other members of the therapeutic team in bringing about character change or improved ability to deal with immediate life situations. Methods of evaluation and treatment are discussed. Illustrated lectures, reading, and discussion.

Theoretical foundation and close study of assessment techniques in family art therapy. Art intervention techniques will also be introduced. Several theoretical approaches to family therapy will be studied - psychodynamics and systems theory. Lecture, slide and videotape presentation included.

Deals primarily with the theory and application of art therapy techniques for various types of groups in mental health facilities. Lecture, discussion, and studio work emphasize practical utilization of group techniques.

'Art: Practice and Ideas' examines key developments in the visual arts from modernity to the present. Focusing on the ways in which representations both create and reflect the values of a society, the course introduces students to the full range of expressive possibilities within the visual arts, covering painting and sculpture, as well as photography, film, video, conceptual art, and computer media. Topics to be covered include classical, modern, and postmodern relationships to politics, vision, the mind, the body, psychology, gender, difference, and technological innovation. Students will see and understand how artists have integrated perceptions of their historical moment, as well as physical and social space, into creative practices that have, in turn, had a significant impact on the culture of the time.

Liberal Arts Core/MAP Equivalent - satisfies the requirement for Expressive Cultures

The course examines principles and practices of managing a performing artist's career with emphasis on the promotion and planning process used in the live performance sector. Lectures and discussions focus on people and issues that shape an artist's career.

Today, some of the most interesting, dynamic and relevant learning spaces in
education are generative in-between spaces or what we are calling “third spaces” that allow us to imagine new ways of learning and working together, relating to each other, and imagining an alternative humane and just world. This course explores these third spaces through a multi-sensory, interdisciplinary and experiential way of learning in order to capture their embodied nature: readings, artworks, creative workshops, field trips, art projects, and guest lectures.

Today, some of the most interesting, dynamic and relevant learning spaces in education are generative in-between spaces or what we are calling “third spaces” that allow us to imagine new ways of learning and working together, relating to each other, and imagining an alternative humane and just world. This course explores these third spaces through a multisensory, interdisciplinary and experiential way of learning in order to capture their embodied nature: readings, artworks, creative workshops, field trips, art projects, and guest lectures.

Artistic activism is a practice grounded in envisioning new ways of acting and
thinking in our communities in order to create social change. It challenges the notion that art practice, research, and social activism are discrete entities. As a form of “militant” or radical research, this praxis based class focuses on a range of different forms of artistic activism as casestudies to understand how artists use creative research strategies to engage with communities, social movements, and cities. A major part of the class focuses on collaborative fieldwork in the public realm or in communities.

Arts organizations rely on the support and sponsorship of public and private agencies and individuals. This course focuses on current issues and approaches to building public understanding and legislative support for the arts, and examines the context and growth of arts advocacy in the U.S. Students will develop hands-on skills to initiate and sustain effective relationships with policy makers and other arts stake holders. Topics include cultural policy, the arts economy, political structures and processes, coalition building, cultural diplomacy, as well as internet and media advocacy.

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Dramatic play and its contributions to an integrated early childhood curriculum.

Overview of the multifaceted experience of being a solo art dealer, owning a gallery or being part of a gallery team. Topics include working with and establishing a name for artists; placing works in collections; developing relationships with collectors; working with auction houses, art fairs, and biennials; marketing and publicity; and exploring how galleries best work with museums and other non-profit organizations. Students develop a focused understanding of the art dealer’s/gallerist’s role in the global art world and learn how to manage art galleries.

Intensive implementation of survey and specific level assessment of learning problems in pupils, instructional planning, and modification in a variety of subject areas. Requires one day per week in the field. A case workup is required.

Integrates foundational information pertaining to bilingual/multilingual aspects of speech and language. Overview of assessment of and evidence-based interventions for multilingual and dual language learners suspected of having oral and written speech/language disabilities. Introduces clinicians to culturally and linguistically responsive assessment/intervention principles and how to access and use resources when working with culturally and linguistically diverse children and adolescents. Fulfills NYS requirements for the Bilingual Extension to TSSLD certificate.