ART 101HR - Intro to Art History, Honors Recitation (1 Credit)

This honors recitation builds on topics covered in ART 101. Students gain a heightened understanding of aesthetic evaluation by learning how symbolism, allusion and intertextuality play significant roles in the visual arts. This course frequently utilizes an interdisciplinary approach that incorporates geography, anthropology and literary analysis. Not only do students gain a deeper understanding of the major epochs of human expression, they develop the necessary skills to thoughtfully discuss, explicate and comprehend painting, sculpture and other forms of visual media. In order to receive honors credit, both the honors designated course and the honors recitation course must be successfully completed. Lecture Hours: 13. Prerequisite(s): Honors program eligibility or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): ART 101H . Usually offered in the spring.