At the School of Art & Art History, you'll perfect the technical processes of art as you forge your own artistic pathway. You will explore diverse histories of art and master the critical skills of visual culture analysis and criticism. You'll also have opportunities to work with cutting-edge scholars and faculty practitioners as well as network with influential artists and museum professionals.

Guided along the way by our faculty, you'll explore your voice as an artist and a scholar. We educate students to think conceptually, refine aesthetic sensibilities and develop the habits necessary for skillful self-expression – with the landscape of the Front Range as inspiration.

The strong connection between the DAM and DU is invaluable to DU’s museum-studies students. The ability to work in your field of interest while attending classes helps you learn how to balance work and school. The program gives students a leg up in the museum job market, which can be very competitive.

Jesse Laird Ortega, Museum Studies MA, '13
Gwen Chanzit, Jesse Ortega, and Renee Miller

Find Your Voice

 

 

School of Art & Art History News and Events

In Memory of John Madden, Jr.: Visionary Businessman, Collector of Art, and Philanthropist
Livingston Lecturer Provides Fresh Take on Revered Royal Persian Painting, Cultural Connections between Iran and China
DU Students Converse with Ancient Mesoamerican Art in Davis Gallery Exhibit
CAHSS Honors Newest Graduate Alums through Inaugural Ceremony
Fond Farewell to SAAH Studio Professor
Students Gain Hands-On Conservation Experience Through School of Art & Art History Internship

Art and Creative Dialogue

The School of Art and Art History provides a safe space to learn and explore ideas and emotions. We invite you to take time with each work of art. Art provides room for unexpected responses, discussion and growth. 

We welcome your participation in our creative dialogue. Please share your comments, questions and reactions: AboutArt@du.edu.