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Course Catalog

Art, Technology and Society

This is an art history research- and writing-intensive course exploring social, political and technological transformations in art history, as well as how artists have responded to the technological and social changes of their time. Through research, writing, in-class screenings, and lectures, this course will examine how artists utilize new technologies to reflect upon, analyze, critique and investigate social issues in their artistic practice. The course will also examine momentous social events as well as how artists have responded to those events creatively, reflectively, and critically.

Core Curriculum Designation: EI

Grade Basis: Letter Grade

Credits: 4.0