Course Descripons - The Art Institutes

The Illinois Ins� tute of Art
Mission
The Illinois Ins� tute of Art is an ins� tu� on of higher educa� on off ering degree and
other academic programs in the crea� ve and applied arts to a diverse student body.
The college promotes student learning in a s� mula� ng environment where students
can develop their crea� vity and acquire the skills and knowledge to pursue their
chosen careers.
Values
We believe in the posi� ve impact of art and design on individuals, industry, and society. Specifi cally,
We believe in encouraging crea� vity, cri� cal thinking, and independent, life-long learning.
We believe in suppor� ng each student, faculty member, and staff member as an ac� ve, collabora� ve par� cipant in the
educa� onal process, respec� ng diversity, diverse abili� es, backgrounds, interests, and points of view.
We believe in promo� ng an environment that encourages community and professional service.
We are commi� ed to opera� ng with integrity and developing personal values, ethical prac� ces and social awareness
within our students.
We believe that faculty and staff development, sa� sfac� on, engagement, and responsibility are essen� al to produc� vity,
growth, and excellence.
We believe in a commitment to student success and con� nual ins� tu� onal improvement as well as eff ec� ve management
of change.
We believe that competency based outcomes and assessment of student learning lead to excellence in educa� on.
We believe an atmosphere of excellence prepares graduates for careers, refl ects the needs of the business community,
and fosters personal growth and professional success.
We are commi� ed to environmental sustainability and its applica� on in our opera� ons, educa� on, and our outreach.
Purpose
The purpose of The Illinois Ins� tute of Art is to off er programs of instruc� on that enable students to develop:
Knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level employment and career growth;
Intellectual ability, social awareness and leadership skills that will enhance their poten� al for personal and professional
success; and
Broader understanding of ethics, culture, history, science, and the arts.
1 Introduc� on