Department of Fine Arts

College of Arts and Sciences

About the Department Department of Fine Arts

Based upon the tradition of the liberal arts, the Fine Arts at Barry (Graphic Design, Studio Art, Photography, Theatre, Music and Dance) provide students with a broad foundation in the methods, practical skills, and historical context of each discipline. Through classes and events, the Department strives to foster individual creativity, develop aesthetic sensitivity, and encourage self-expression. The Department’s activities provide cultural enrichment to both the campus and the larger community through public performances, exhibitions, lectures, and collaborations with outside arts organizations. 

Students are advised and encouraged to study, reflect, and participate in the intellectual life of the University and community in preparation for graduate studies and careers in a variety of areas related to the performing and visual arts and to the liberal arts as a whole. The Department is committed to the transformative power of the arts and their ability to explore issues of social justice and affect change.

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We pride ourselves in creating a personal, caring environment, in which faculty work one-on-one with students to foster creativity and individual expression.

Department Highlights

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Hands-on Experience

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Exceptional Facilities

Student Centered Program

Student Centered Program

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    Small class sizes

  • person-arrow-star

    Hands-on Experience

  • Facilities

    Exceptional Facilities

  • Student Centered Program

    Student Centered Program

Our Programs

  • Art – Graphic Design (BFA)

    The Graphic Design program is designed to prepare majors for their future lives as professionals in the field of design and for advanced study at the graduate level.

  • Art – Studio Art (BA/BFA)

    In the Studio Art Specialization you can work in a variety of traditional and non-traditional 2 & 3-dimensional visual arts media. This program will prepare you for your future as a professional artist and for advanced study at the graduate level.

  • Photography (BFA, BA)

    The Photography major gains extensive experience in the discipline of photography and uses the photographic image as a vehicle for self-expression and visual communication.

  • Photography (MFA, MA)

    The MFA/MA Photography degree is designed for students who want to pursue a professional career as a photographer, or teach photography at the university level.

  • Theatre (BFA, BA)

    The mission of the Theatre program is to give interested students the opportunity to study the practical, historical, and theoretical elements of live theatre.

  • Music (BM, BA)

    The major in Music develops performance skills through applied lessons, directed coursework, and ensemble and stage experience. This is complemented by studies in the Liberal Arts.

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  • Barry University Fine Arts Theatre Program presents: JUDE January 25, 2024

    JUDE, an original play by Elena Maria Garcia featuring original music by Lucas Dotyier, delves into the poignant journey of four immigrants. These individuals grapple with the harsh realities imposed by their corrupt governments and face everyday injustices

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