School of Communication and Arts
The School of Communication and Arts offers courses in Composition, Literature, Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Languages, Creative Writing, Journalism, Communication, Music, and Theatre. We offer an Associate of Science Liberal Arts and Sciences Non-STEM (ASLAS Non-STEM) path which enables students to transfer to any number of 4-year institutions. The Associate of Applied Science in Graphic Design offers insight into the creative world with real-world assignments, and sometimes even real-world clients. Communication and Arts also offers an Associate of Arts (AA), and an Associate of Fine Art degree (AFA). Certificates of Proficiency for Graphic Design, Integrated Design, Media, and Technical Communication are also available, alongside a Technical Certificate in Graphic Design.
Fine Arts
The Associate of Fine Arts degree prepares graduates for participation in the student’s declared discipline or industry: creative writing, music, theatre, or visual art. Graduates demonstrate proficiency in the techniques and skills relevant to their discipline and use tools necessary for professional practice. A key outcome of the degree is a portfolio of work that may be used for employment or further academic study.
Programs
Fine Arts
Associate of Fine Arts
Integrated Design
Technical Certificate
Integrated Design Technical Certificate - Degree Plan
Certificate of Proficiency
Integrated Design-Certificate of Proficiency
Technical Communication - Certificate of Proficiency
Certificate of Proficiency
Technical Communications - Certificate of Proficiency
Graphic Design
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Graphic Design is designed to serve as a degree program for students who wish to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in an entry-level position in the field of Graphic Design. It is structured to prepare individuals to be capable of (1) creative thinking, (2) producing professional quality graphic solutions to an employer’s needs, and (3) applying knowledge in the means of producing this work, both traditionally and digitally.
Graduates will be employable in most areas of graphic design including corporate design, layout, and even web design. Employers include advertising agencies, corporations, design firms, printing companies, newspapers, educational institutions, and many other businesses with graphic communication needs.
An internship is required for graduation. Students must participate in a minimum of 100 hours of supervised work in a graphic design related position with a local company prior to graduation.
Basic skill proficiency in reading, writing, and mathematics is a part of acceptance into this program. Your proficiency may affect the sequence of courses in which you can enroll and may extend the time required to complete this program. NWACC’s Art scholarship may be available to assist Graphic Design students. For application information, see the Division of Communication and Arts.
NOTE: The Certificate of Proficiency and the Technical Certificate in Graphic Design are built into the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Graphic Design. Students may choose to progress through this degree by completing the certificates instead of following the recommended sequence by semester.
Programs
Associate of Applied Science
Certificate of Proficiency
Technical Certificate
Media
Courses relating to Journalism are available, and opportunities are offered to write and lay out the school newspaper. The Technical Certificate in Media introduces students to skills needed in the fields of journalism and media, including information-gathering and research, layout and design, sound recording, video production and editing, and digital photography.
Programs
Technical Certificate
Communication
Courses are offered in public speaking, communication for workforce, interpersonal communication, and small group communication. Film Arts is also offered within the Communication course selections.
English and Literature
Alongside Composition I and II, classes in American Literature, British Literature, and World Literature are scheduled regularly, offering students the opportunity to explore poetry, fiction, and non-fiction from a wide variety of writers from around the globe. Literature classes may serve as part of a degree plan or as an elective, depending on the program. Special Topic courses are also offered on demand, that offer opportunities to focus on a specific topic within literature. Classes in creative writing are also offered throughout the year in fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction.
International Language
International language courses are considered electives and can contribute elective credit to most degree plans of the college. Otherwise, credit from international language courses is generally deemed transferable and will be accepted at Arkansas colleges and universities. Students with prior language experience should follow prerequisite guidelines and contact the International Languages Department for questions regarding placement.
To learn more about language classes please locate specific courses in the Course Description section of this catalog.
Languages Offered:
French (FREN)
German (GERM)
Spanish (SPAN)
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