Art and Design in the Age of the Internet

Undergraduate / Graduate

This course combines the subject matter of an array of courses offering pre-college students a glimpse into the design and art departments at the University of Chicago. In this course, students will experiment with the fundamentals of art and design hands-on, creating independent projects and exhibiting them along the way. Students will explore history through lectures, readings, and "design walks" at special sites throughout the campus and, optionally, the city at large. The course will accommodate students who are beginners as well as those who have experience in these fields. Students may find themselves elaborating on an existing skill set, like drawing or fashion, or engaging with a brand-new medium, like building a game. This course encourages students with a broad range of aesthetic backgrounds and skills to collaborate.