Curatorial Studies Minor

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Rooted in Hands-on, Object-based Inquiry

The curatorial studies minor introduces students to the contemporary and historic study of the exhibition, display, preservation and interpretation of art objects. Rooted in hands-on, object-based inquiry, students engage the exhibitions and permanent collections of the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art, the Clark Atlanta University Art Museum, the Spelman College Innovation Lab, and the Robert W. Woodruff Library.

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Minor Course Requirements and Credits (Total: 18 Credits)

Foundational Courses

  • SAVC 235 Introduction to the Object (4 credits)
  • SAVC 282 Acquisitions and Collections (3 credits)
  • SAVC 305 Seminar in Curatorial Practice (3 credits)
  • SAVC 375 Entering the Art World: Culture and Context (2 credits)
  • SAVC 435 Theory and Criticism in Exhibition Practice (3 credits)
  • SAVC 475 Curatorial Practicum (3 credits)

Global Experience, Internships, Directed/Independent Studies

  • Study Abroad [Global Experience]
  • Internships & Directed/Independent Studies are strongly encouraged.

Common Career Paths

  • Art History + Curatorial Studies = Curator
  • English + Curatorial Studies = Art
  • Critic Business + Curatorial Studies = Museum Director
  • History + Curatorial Studies = Archivist
  • Chemistry + Curatorial Studies = Art Conservator

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Shannon Brogdon Grantham, C'09

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