2015-2016 Catalog

FYS 142 Taking It To The Streets: The Theory And Practice Of Community Arts In Urban America

What role does community arts play in helping people articulate their identity? Whose voices inspire artistic expression? Students investigate social movements, specifically how community arts began and evolved in urban America. Student teams design a project for children and youth that will be implemented through the Kids in Community (KIC) after-school program. No artistic experience necessary.

Corequisite

Two hours a week of local community service.

Instructor

Winfield