art and design education at wou

Apply now! Admission to WOU is the only requirement for entering the Art & Design program.

For more information, please send us an email: art@wou.edu Art & Design faculty are happy to answer your questions, schedule a Zoom meeting or phone call, or give you a tour of our facilities on the beautiful WOU campus in Monmouth, Oregon.

This is a caring and welcoming community where fine art and professional design are interconnected. Whether you’re just beginning college, transferring from another school, or coming back after some time away, this program is designed for you. The Art & Design course schedule for 2022 – 2023 includes options for in-person, online, and hybrid classes.

Areas of study Regularly offered courses include:

Graphic design Drawing & illustration Video & animation Painting Ceramics Printmaking Sculpture Art history Digital images & photography Web design Print design Other special topics

As a student, you’ll first build a solid base in design fundamentals and art history. Then, you’ll explore a wide variety of ideas and techniques. Next, you’ll choose your favorite topics and skills to study in-depth. And finally, you’ll cap your experience with valuable professional preparation.

Apply now! Admission to WOU is all that is necessary to enter the Art & Design program.

Art + Visual Communication Design = Art & Design In the past, Art and Visual Communication Design were two different majors at WOU. Now, they are combined into the Art & Design major. Visual Communication Design is an optional concentration within Art & Design. The information in the videos about Art and Visual Communication Design on this page is still relevant, except for the names of the degree options. We’ll post an updated video here soon.

Minors in Art & Design WOU students majoring in other departments can opt for a Minor in Art & Design or a Minor in Art History. There’s also a Minor in Art History for Art & Design Majors.