Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates earning a bachelor’s degree in art and archaeology with a concentration in archaeology from Hood College,

Will demonstrate an understanding of the anthropological perspective on culture and its impact on the methods and goals of the discipline through research into global societies.

Will demonstrate an understanding of the methods of archaeology through:

• Analysis of works of art and material culture using multisensory methodologies, including materials analysis and making;
• Knowledge of archaeological methods and interpretive models, through in- depth instruction, with emphasis on theory and interpretation; and
• Knowledge of archaeological methods and interpretive models, through hands-on experience in research methods (excavation, survey, and/or lab).

Will learn the application of archaeology and related disciplines to the reconstruction of ancient societies through:

• Reconstruction of ancient societies, through archaeological and art historical research; and
• Extended research in and critical analysis of an archaeological question or topic, including directed research using primary and secondary sources, and presenting findings both orally and in writing.

Will explore and pursue further educational and career goals, documenting their academic and co-curricular achievements in an e-portfolio format and through in-class presentation.

Graduates earning a bachelor’s degree in art and archaeology with a concentration in art history from Hood College,

Will demonstrate the ability to identify and analyze styles, subjects, and materials of art and architecture by:

• Identifying and analyzing art and architecture across diverse global regions from prehistory to 1400 CE;
• Identifying and analyzing art and architecture across diverse global regions from 1400 CE onwards; and
• Analyzing works of art and material culture using multisensory methodologies, including materials analysis and making.

Will demonstrate the ability to analyze visual and material culture within their historical and cultural contexts by:

• Interpreting images, objects, and built environments using appropriate methods of visual and material analysis; 
• Explaining how visual and material culture reflect and shape social identities, power structures, and cultural values; and
• Assessing and debating ethical issues related to historical and contemporary acquisition practices in museums and other cultural institutions.

Will demonstrate the ability to engage with art historical methods, theory, and criticism by:

• Analyzing critical texts or literature;
• Applying key terms, methods, and/or theories; and
• Analyzing art, material culture, and architecture using critical theory and/or methodology.

Will demonstrate the ability to conduct formal research in art history by:

• Mobilizing primary and secondary sources in the process of conducting independent research;
• Expressing informed viewpoints on art, material culture, and architecture through formal academic papers; and
• Expressing informed viewpoints of art, material culture, and architecture through oral presentations.

Will explore and pursue further educational and career goals by:

• Documenting academic and co-curricular achievements in an e-portfolio format and in-class presentation.

Graduates earning a bachelor’s degree in art and archaeology with a concentration in studio arts from Hood College,

Will develop technical competence in manipulating art mediums.

Will understand the visual elements and principles of design. This includes intentionally and successfully incorporating them into their own artwork.

Will demonstrate an understanding of the history of art. This includes understanding the basic chronology of art history, the philosophies behind major historical art movements, and recognizing the styles of major artists and movements.

Will learn to communicate meaning in their artwork and interpret meaning in the work of other artists.

Will understand and apply professional standards for the field visual art, including following established norms for the professional presentation of artwork in exhibition, photographing artwork, developing an artist website, and putting together professional documents.

Graduates earning a bachelor’s degree in art and archaeology with a concentration in art education from Hood College,

Will develop technical competence in manipulating art mediums.

Will understand the visual elements and principles of design. This includes intentionally and successfully incorporating them into their own artwork.

Will demonstrate an understanding of the history of art. This includes understanding the basic chronology of art history, the philosophies behind major historical art movements, and recognizing the styles of major artists and movements.

Will learn to communicate meaning in their artwork and interpret meaning in the work of other artists.

Will understand and apply professional standards for the field visual art, including following established norms for the professional presentation of artwork in exhibition, photographing artwork, developing an artist website, and putting together professional documents.

Graduates earning a bachelor’s degree in art therapy from Hood College:

Show proficiency in the foundational learning content areas of psychology and studio art.

• Develop working knowledge of the foundational theories and content of developmental psychology.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of the foundational theories and content of abnormal psychology. 
• Demonstrate studio art proficiency in two-dimensional art media techniques and processes. 
• Demonstrate studio art proficiency in three-dimensional art media techniques and processes.

Demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, techniques, and historical trends in art therapy.

• Describe key concepts, principles, historical trends, and overarching themes in art therapy. 
• Distinguish among the therapeutic benefits of various art processes and media, strategies, and interventions as well as their applicability to treatment for individuals, groups, and/or families. 

​​​​Understand and apply the ethical principles and professional codes of practice for art therapists as they apply to clinical practice, communities, and self.

• Show understanding of the ethical principles and professional codes of practice for art therapists.
• Recognize the legal, ethical, and cultural considerations required for conducting art therapy research.
• Recognize that art therapy uses a multicultural perspective and considers how specific values, beliefs, and actions are influenced by a client’s race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, religion, socioeconomic status, political views, sexual orientation, geographic region, physical capacity or disability, and historical or current experiences within the dominant culture. 

Recognize and show working knowledge of the use of imagery, creativity, symbolism, and metaphor to express challenges and strengths as well as promote growth and well-being.

• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of human development, artistic and creative development, human sexuality, gender identity development, family life cycle, and psychopathology to the assessment and treatment of clients.
• Articulate clinical theory and applied practice through written and oral communication across broad interdisciplinary communities.
• Comprehend and apply creative and aesthetic processes in the context of creative arts therapy theory and practice.