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Art + Design

The Art + Design program begins the same for each art student – with foundational studio art classes in drawing, design, and art history that prepare students for the study of art or design at the University level.  As a sophomore, students participate in studio classes featuring a broad range of media including ceramics, graphic design, painting, photography, and sculpture.  This important time of exploration gives students the insight to decide (or confirm) the direction for the remainder of his/her degree program.

 

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Fathima Nazim-Starnes
Department Chair

864-388-8617  |  fnazimstarnes@lander.edu  |  Josephine B. Abney Cultural Center CC A376

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Department Awards

Awards are granted annually to outstanding university students from all disciplines during a ceremony each spring.

The following art award is presented by the university's Department of Visual Art:

  • Art Discipline Award
    Given annually by the visual arts faculty to the most outstanding major in art. The recipient must exhibit high academic achievement, a strong studio practice, and leadership within the Art Department.

Latest News


art by Katherine Rumminger
Lander Art Gallery to Host MFA Art Exhibit

The community is invited to join the Department of Art + Design at Lander University for a reception with student artists Kelsey Wise and Katherine Rumminger featured in the MFA Art Exhibit Thursday, March 28 at 5 p.m.

14 March 2024
MAT graphic
Lander Art Gallery to Host MAT Art Exhibit

The community is invited to join the Department of Art + Design at Lander University for a reception with student artists featured in the 2024 MAT Art Exhibit Thursday, March 14 at 5 p.m.

26 February 2024