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The major in cinema and photography is focused on the history, theory, and practice of the still and moving image within the broader framework of contemporary arts practices, evolving technologies, and a media arts education that is grounded in the arts and the humanities. The course of study favors the integration of theory and practice and emphasizes experimentation and exploration across cinema, photography, and their varied extensions in analog, digital, computational and live arts practices, e.g., installation, performance, and the creation of immersive environments. It prepares students for careers in fine arts, commercial, professional, and educational settings; to explore the social, cultural, and political implications of media arts and culture; and, to engage with contemporary media arts practices.

THE MAJOR HAS THREE SPECIALIZATIONS: CINEMA; MEDIA ARTS; PHOTOGRAPHY.

Beginning with a set of foundational courses that integrate theory and practice in an interdisciplinary introduction to media arts, students may select from intermediate and advanced courses to specialize in cinema, photography or media arts.

CINEMA SPECIALIZATION

The Cinema specialization results in a Bachelor of Arts degree in Cinema and Photography. We combine critical thinking with hands on experience to explore cinema as an art form and a powerful presence in contemporary life. Our courses cross over old and new media; forms such as experimental, documentary, and narrative; and encourage creativity, flexibility, and passion for independent thinking. Coursework includes digital video, 16mm filmmaking, both cel and digital animation, screenwriting, lighting, cinematography, experimental cinematic processes, and inter-media exploration of cinema on the web, in installation and performance. Students work both independently and collaboratively. Our alum pursue multiple paths as filmmakers in media arts and industries; careers in creative industries, including programming for museums and festivals; as well as go into advanced academic work.