Explore Connections of Art
The Art Therapy Minor builds on the foundation of three lateral human-centered perspectives significant to the field: art studio, art education, and psychology. You will explore connections between art production, methods of facilitating art experiences with people across the lifespan, and an understanding of human behaviors.
ELIGIBILITY
A minimum 2.50 GPA is required for admittance to the minor and for all courses in this minor. Courses must be taken for a grade (not credit/no-credit).
Art Therapy Curriculum and Courses
The Introduction to Art Therapy course will tie the courses together through presenting exploratory art-making activities, foundational readings, and possible pathways to a career in the profession. The minor encourages breadth of exploration and offers separate tracks for Art majors, Psychology majors, and majors other than Art or Psychology. (18-19 semester hours) Below are a few courses that fulfill the Art Therapy Minor:
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- ART 194 Introduction to Art Therapy
- ART 255 Introduction to Digital Photography
- PSY 210 Psychology Across Cultures
- PSY 242 Introduction to Psychopathology
Art Therapy Minor: Alumni Perspectives
Art therapy has allowed me to foster the piece of my career interest centered around caring for and supporting others in a creative and professional manner.
Hannah McCarren, ’20
If it wasn’t for this Art Therapy minor, I would never have been able to see my potential in being creative. I have been grown and stretched in this minor. I would not categorize myself into the artistic category before I started this minor, but through many trials and tribulations, I can say that I have found a sense of creativity within me from the studio classes I needed to take. This minor has grown and stretched me in so many ways that I am truly grateful for!
Caitlyn Lang, ’20
Contact Us
Stephanie Danker
Assistant Professor
Department of Art
Art Building 202
Oxford, OH 45056
513-529-7422
dankers@MiamiOH.edu