About Visual Communications
Who We Are
Visual Communications includes what is commonly known as graphic design and web design. It is constantly evolving to reflect new media and the general buzz in the field of graphic arts.
Degrees
The graphic design sequence includes logo design, photography, layout, illustration, and some web design. Interactive media integrates work in web design with photography, and filmmaking. The language of design serves as a powerful core of knowledge and skills that will give you the knowledge and skills to begin work in any number of creative fields or transfer to a four-year school for further study. There are many career paths open to those willing to work hard to explore creative solutions and embrace new technologies.
Curriculum
All students share a common first year which includes basic design, software and media, drawing, typography, and general education classes. During spring term of your first year you meet with faculty to determine your degree path. You are welcome to stay for three or more years and complete both program options and take additional classes.
What You'll Learn
As part of the VC program, you will learn not only the technical skills, but also the teamwork and creative problem solving essential to a growing and changing career. Classes in illustration, animation and filmmaking will open new possibilities for expanding your creative abilities. You will produce a portfolio of work including a personal logo, résumé and web site in preparation for entering the job market. A portfolio show is part of spring term your final year.
Community
Small class sizes allow for one-on-one critiques with instructors and lots of personal attention. You will find instructors who are passionate about what they teach and students who are equally dedicated to their class work. We have two Mac labs with wonderful technical support and the latest software. It is an intense and demanding program. You will be challenged and you will smile as you work harder than you ever thought possible. The program is a great launching pad to wherever your creativity takes you.
Next Steps
We appreciate your interest in our program and hope you find this information helpful as you make decisions about your education. These words will provide a starting place for your research, but we encourage you to visit and learn more. We schedule informal overview sessions many times during the year. At this time, you will have the opportunity to meet with faculty and students, see examples of student work, tour the VC area, and get answers to all of your questions.
Visit the How To Apply section for step-by-step instructions for getting into the program.
