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Majors
Art, B.A.
Shippensburg University is an excellent place to study Art (BA) because you are able to take part in rewarding experiences in and out of the classroom, all while working in state-of-the-art facilities. This program provides a very complete experience and you will develop an appreciation of having an art and design perspective that will serve as a basis for lifelong learning.
Art Education Certification, BA
The Art Education Certification, BA enhances career options for art majors by preparing them to teach art in grades K-12. Shippensburg University has a rich history in teacher education with the only public elementary lab school in the state and students benefit from excellent hands-on experiences.
Minors and Certificates
Art Minor
The art minor is a flexible program that can benefit students in any major looking to add great art experience to their resume. You will take foundational and art history courses for a strong background. Additionally, you will have elective course offerings to choose from that allow you to pursue your own interests.
Graphic Design Certificate
You will learn skills and competency in layout, typography and image preparation (both photographic and graphic). Students in this program design and produce a professional-level portfolio demonstrating an understanding of the field of graphic design encompassing page layout and typographic principles in addition to the principles of design and aesthetics.
Music Minor
A large number of our music minor graduates continue to explore their performing medium by participating in professional, regional or community ensembles. The minor complements many majors related to leadership, creativity, organization skills, discipline, practical experience and critical thinking.
Huber Art Center Facilities
The Huber Art Center has over 180,000 square feet of studios, a lecture classroom, two art galleries, critique and multipurpose rooms, and spaces for photographing art work and assembling professional presentations. Studios include professional facilities in Art Education, Ceramics, Digital Art, Drawing, Graphic Design, Painting, Printmaking, and Sculpture. The Graphic Design Lab functions as both a classroom for all Graphic Design courses and as a place for students, enrolled in art courses, to work on studio assignments.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center Music Facilities
The H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center is home to the Music program. The building itself houses classrooms, a piano lab, rehearsal rooms and the Grove Theatre. The theatre is equipped with state-of-the-art lighting, audio equipment, and video and projection equipment.
Additional Facilities
Kauffman Gallery
Kauffman Gallery presents a diverse array of visual art exhibitions throughout the calendar year, from nationally and regionally recognized artists, to exhibitions by our Art & Design faculty and students.
Brindle Gallery
A small space for emerging art students to showcase their creative work. The Brindle Gallery is located on the 2nd floor of the Huber Art Center and features rotating art students' works that are created right inside the Huber Art Center. With clean, white walls, focused lighting and an intimate atmosphere to encourage visitors to engage closely with the artwork.
H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center
In addition to serving as an academic resource for the University and its students by supplying space for the music department, the venue offers cultural programming to enrich the quality of life for community throughout the region, while serving as an integral part of the University’s on-going camps and conferences program and its outreach programs.
Student Clubs and Ensembles
The Department of Visual and Performing Arts supports many performance ensembles and student groups. Students perform for audiences locally, regionally, throughout the United States, and abroad. These organizations provide students with opportunities to network, pursue leadership positions, earn credit, boost their resumes, and have fun.
Students wishing to participate in music ensembles will register during their registration time.
Ensemble Credit
Each ensemble is worth one or zero credits per semester of participation. If within any given semester you exceed 17 credits:
- 18+ credits – You will need to apply for special permission by filling out the Request to Exceed Maximum Registration Credits Form.
- 19+ credits – Including the above, be aware of financial charges that will be applied to your account based on the current per credit tuition rate.
Auditions
Audition requirements and information vary for each ensemble. If after the audition you are not accepted into the ensemble, you must drop the course before the designated drop date (usually at the end of the first week of classes). Failure to do so will result in you receiving an F for the course.
