History
The School of Art at ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ was established around 1940 and maintains a tradition of excellence in visual arts education, creation, scholarship and leadership. Its undergraduate and graduate programs in the visual arts offer a range of directions and opportunities in the fields of arts education, art history, and a comprehensive array of studio disciplines including painting, drawing, print media and photography, sculpture and expanded media, ceramics, glass, jewelry/metals/enameling, and textiles. Throughout its long history programs in graphic design, industrial design, and film studies were also part of the offerings. The school is also celebrating a 50-year legacy of Kent Blossom Art summer workshops. The program, which started in 1968, brings artists from all over the country to teach, give demonstrations and lectures at ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ.
Accreditation:
ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ is an affiliate of the National Association of ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ Universities and Land Grant Colleges and the American Association of ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ Colleges and Universities. The university is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ is a also member institution of the .