Art
Art
Welcome to the Department of Art!
B.A. in Art
This liberal arts degree program provides a broad academically-oriented education with an emphasis in art, Art Education or General Fine Arts.
B.F.A. in Studio Art
Students in this professional, studio intensive degree program target illustration, graphic design, and fine arts.
B.F.A. in Biomedical Art & Visualization
BMAV students combine artistic talent and strong visual communication skills with natural science in this one-of-a-kind discipline.
B.A. in Art Education
This dual-major program combines art education, education, studio art, and art history to prepare students to teach the next generation of artists.
Get to know the Art Department!
About Us
Through rigorous degree programs in studio arts and art education, the Department of Art fosters a community of inquiry and self-expression within a liberal arts research institution. Our faculty and staff are commiteed to providing students with intellectually challenging visual art opportunities relevant to the real world. Students gain experience through engaging in the regional arts community of galleries and museums such as the Rowan University Art Gallery. See above for more information about each degree program.
Careers
Careers in Art
- Illustration
- Design
- Sculpture
- Fine Art
- Graphic Design
- Photography
Careers in BMAV
- Pharmaceutical Media Markets
- Medical Device & Biotechnology Media Markets
- Publishers
- Animators
- Illustration
- Graphic Design
Scholarships
Scholarships recognize student academic performance, financial need, and/or leadership. The Art department scholarships include:
- G&Q Art Scholarship
- Jeanne Hartman Memorial Scholarship
- Frances R. Lax Scholarship
- Ed & Nancy Smoller Art Education Scholarship
Get Involved
Students can learn and achieve through the Art department's student clubs and organizations.
Student Organizations: The Gallery creates an annual publication to showcase the work of Rowan's art students. The Rowan Arts Collective encourages students of all majors to become involved with and experience many different forms of art. The National Art Education Association provides future art educators with professional development, networking, community service, and exhibition opportunities. BMAV Club invites speakers and hosts exhibitions for students interested in biomedical art and visualization.
Contact Us
General: artinfo@rowan.edu, 856-256-4020
Chair: Prof. Donna Sweigart
Secretary: Ms. Lisa Toman, 856-256-4641
Advising: Mr. David Vaccaro, 856-256-4091
Location: Westby Hall - 300 Memorial Circle, Glassboro, NJ 08028
Faculty and staff
Alumni in the field
Our alumni are everywhere, in nearly every industry in the greater New Jersey area. Check out how they're using their degrees and why they chose Rowan.
