Digital Arts and Design, BS

Graphic design is a crucial part of businesses and organizations because they effectively display visuals and data to consumers. When you watch an animated movie or cartoon, see an advertisement, or text in a magazine, you’re observing computer graphics. The computer graphics specialization is where design principles and digital technology meet to create impactful visual content.

If you are drawn to visual communication and graphic design, this specialization allows you to explore studies in typography, color theory, composition, and digital tools that contribute to effectively designed graphics for a variety of media. With hands-on projects and a focus on creativity, problem-solving, and visual storytelling, this path prepares graduates for careers in graphic design, marketing, web design, and multimedia production. At the end of your academic career, you’ll have a portfolio full of original content, displaying your eye-catching creativity and making you ready to take on the graphic arts industry.

For students who want to explore how audio shapes media and enhances storytelling, the digital sound design specialization is calling your name. This path provides a strong foundation in recording, editing, and producing sound using modern tools and technologies. Students gain experience creating audio for a range of applications, including music, film, and interactive media, while also developing collaboration and problem-solving skills. 

The program includes core requirements that prepare you to collaborate on multimedia design teams and offers opportunities for internships and research. Through hands-on learning and real-world opportunities, graduates are prepared for careers in studios, live events, and the evolving digital media landscape. You will acquire the practical skills necessary for designing sounds used in the music, entertainment, and software industries, all while utilizing the latest technologies.

By the end of your program journey, you will have gained valuable firsthand experience, making you well-prepared to work in a recording studio, a live concert venue, or any setting in between. You will have an impressive portfolio that reflects your mastery of sound design, Digital Audio Workstations (DAW), and recording studio techniques, fueled by a passion for the art of sound technology.

From character design to special effects, computer animation plays a vital role in the entertainment industry. It is constantly evolving and employers are in search of talented designers, artists, and innovators who can push the boundaries of visual storytelling.

Unleash your creativity and bring imaginative worlds to life with the production animation specialization that focuses on the art and processes of creating motion for film, gaming, and digital media. Students explore the full animation pipeline, from concept development and storyboarding to modeling, rigging, and final production. Working with both 2D and 3D techniques, you’ll gain experience using professional tools to create characters, environments, and visual effects. 

You will get opportunities for hands-on experience with cutting edge software and professional video production tools while diving into the world of computer-generated imagery (CGI). Master everything from animation layout and transitions to resolution and visual design and explore unique qualities of both 2D and 3D graphics to gain a well-rounded understanding of animation techniques.

By graduation, you will have a polished portfolio showcasing original characters and dynamic environments. Whether it’s character design, animation sequences, or world-building, your work will reflect your expertise in every stage of the production pipeline. With a professional portfolio in hand, you’ll be ready to showcase your creative vision, technical skills, and storytelling abilities to future employers and be fully prepared to contribute as a key member of any multimedia design team.