Department of Fine Arts
Nicole Beltran, M.F.A., Chair
Faculty: Bellaver, Beltran, Brewer, Coulter, Curreri, Ewing, Garcia, Goodridge, Heller, Rios, Rytteke, Weber, and Professor Emeritus Murphy
Mission of the Department
Based upon the tradition of the liberal arts, the Fine Arts at Barry (art, design, dance, music, photography, and theatre) provide students with a broad foundation in the methods, practical skills, and historical context of each discipline. Through classes and events, the Department strives to foster individual creativity, develop aesthetic sensitivity, and encourage self-expression. The Department’s activities provide cultural enrichment to both the campus and the larger community through public performances, exhibitions, lectures, and collaborations with outside arts organizations. Students are advised and encouraged to study, reflect, and participate in the intellectual life of the University and community in preparation for graduate studies and careers in a variety of areas related to the performing and visual arts and to the liberal arts as a whole. The Department is committed to the transformative power of the arts and their ability to explore issues of social justice and affect change.
Programs of Study
The Department of Fine Arts is comprised of both the Visual Arts and the Performing Arts, and offers eight comprehensive degree programs: the B.F.A. and B.A. in Art; the B.F.A. and B.A. in Photography; the B.M. and B.A. in Music; and the B.F.A. and B.A. in Theatre. Within each degree program, specializations are offered. These consist of the following: for Art & Design—graphic design, studio art, art history; for Photography—photography, biomedical/forensics photography; for Music—instrumental performance, vocal performance, and music education; and for Theatre—acting, technical theatre, and dance theatre.
In addition, minors are offered in Studio Art, Art History, Graphic Design, Photography, Music, Dance, and Theatre. Photography offers a Certificate in Photography and Music offers an Artist Certificate in Music Performance.