Welcome to the Department of Art and Design
Welcome to the Department of Art and Design! We are happy that you are considering becoming a part of art instruction established in 1969 under the leadership of innovative African American arts educator, .Ìý Our department expands your talent and technique to prepare you for a successful career that allows you to pursue your passion.
Careers for those with degrees in Art and Design vary from fine artists who display their work across the globe, to graphic designers, to teachers, photographers, marketing professionals, or even interior designers. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 94,000 jobs are projected to open each year through 2031. Whether you want to create emotional and compelling works of art, or design in a way that is commercial in nature, our department is excited and prepared to help you open doors to opportunities and nurture your creativity.
If you want to fuel your passion for art and design while learning the historical, global, and academic aspects of these fields, you should become a part of The Pride’s Art and Design Department.
Contact Us
Dr. Karen DeJarnette
Chair, Department of Art and Design
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(870) 575-8236
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The Department of Art and Design is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
Our Mission
The Department of Art and Design exists to prepare talented students for professional and teaching careers in the visual arts, and through a strong foundational program that combines teaching excellence with individual attention and a commitment to build academic success in a creative, stimulating and rapidly changing environment. The department’s historical legacy of providing the underserved population continues to nurture and develop scholars into positive and socially responsible graduates who affect change in the workplace and the community.ÌýÌýThe department is committed to preserving and enriching the appreciation of the arts throughout the community and beyond the state while gaining national and international exposure.