Everyone at Asnuntuck is amazing! The Faculty and staff have really helped me find my place in the world and always go above and beyond. I will be sad to leave when I complete my degree.
Liberal Arts: Fine Arts option (A.A.)
This program provides a focus on the basic principles of visual design and concepts as explored primarily through Design, Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, and Sculpture. Courses in Digital Photography and other studio areas are also offered. The requirements of Art History and other liberal arts courses support the student in developing a comprehensive view of the human experience. The program transfers well to a four-year institution. It is recommended that students confer with a transfer counselor early on in their experience at Asnuntuck.
Program Outcomes:
The Fine Arts Option provides students a strong foundation in the visual arts through hands-on practice within art historical and conceptual frameworks. Upon successful completion of the Option, graduates are able to: use multiple studio art methods, tools, and media to create works of art; demonstrate an historical understanding of selected artists, aesthetic movements, and cultural influences; appreciate, evaluate, and critique works of art, including the work of peers; communicate effectively; creatively problem-solve; work collaboratively and in diverse contexts; understand the complexity of human cultures; plan and organize small to large projects; lead and manage workgroups; and exhibit computer and technical literacy.
Transfer Opportunities:
Students transfer successfully to the Connecticut State Universities and are able to utilize transfer equivalencies and advising resources. The transfer counselor can always be consulted when transferring. Past students have transferred to Central Connecticut State University, Elms College, Springfield College and University of Hartford.
Employment Information:
In addition to the benefit skills like creativity and problem solving bring to any career field, an education in the fine arts prepares students for jobs in art museums and galleries, graphic design firms, media organizations, education, advertising and as freelance or self-employed artists. Some potential career possibilities include: Art Critic/Writer, Art Teacher, Curator, Designer, Exhibit Preparator, Gallery/Museum Attendant, Illustrator, Painter, Photographer, Potter, Printmaker, or Sculptor.
As of the Fall 2023 semester, the Community Colleges will merge and become Connecticut State Community College (CT State), a statewide college comprised of all Connecticut’s current community college locations. Further details can be found and will be updated on the Frequently Asked Questions page: www.ct.edu/ctstate/academics.
Please work closely with your advisor/program coordinator to select your courses accordingly.
Liberal Arts & Sciences, AS (LASC-AS)
This is primarily a transfer degree for students interested in completing General Education core courses and transferring to a Baccalaureate institution.
Program Coordinator
Michael Demers
860.253.3075
mdemers@asnuntuck.edu.
