Department of Art

First Session Offerings: May 19-June 20, 2008

ART 100L—ART APPRECIATION (11:30 am – 1:20 pm MTWR, 3 credits)
Discover some of the thought-provoking ideas behind your favorite work of art. If you don't have a favorite work of art, you soon will! Instructor Shandy Lemperle

ART 123A—DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS Section 1 (9:30 – 11:20 am MTWR, 3 credits)
Let's start with the nitty-gritty—paper and charcoal. We'll go on to other basic drawing media and techniques from there, including the use of illusionary space, design and abstraction. Additional lab time may be required. Instructor Lisa Jarrett.

ART 125A—COLOR AND DESIGN (11:30 am – 1:20 pm MTWR, 3 credits)
See and use color with confidence. Learn the basics of design. A perfect class for majors and non-majors alike. Prerequisite or Corequisite, Art 123A or consent of instructor. Additional lab time may be required. Instructor Lisa Jarrett.

ART 129A—CERAMICS FOR NON-MAJORS Section 1 (9:30 – 11:20 am MTWR, 3 credits) Instructor Eva Champagne.
Section 2 (1:30 – 3:20 pm MTWR, 3 credits) Instructor Hak Kyun Kim.
If you've always wanted to create your own ceramic work of art but did not know where to start, this is the class for you. In this general introduction to art using ceramics, you will learn the basics of this popular art form and leave the class with your very own works of art. Additional lab time may be required.

ART 215A—PHOTOGRAPHY I Section 1 (9:30 – 11:20 am MTWR, 3 credits)
Section 2 (11:30 am – 1:20 pm MTWR, 3 credits)
Focus your personal expression through greater technical understanding. Learn about exposure, composition, developing, printing, and print finishing techniques. Prerequisite, ART 123A or consent of instructor. Additional lab time may be required. Instructor Steve Krutek.

ART 229A—CERAMICS I (11:30 am – 1:20 pm MTWR, 3 credits)
Learn basic forming techniques and receive instruction necessary for more advanced work in ceramics, such as firing kilns, mixing clay and tool making. This course is intended for students who may be considering more work in ceramics. Prerequisite, ART 135A or consent of instructor. Additional lab time may be required. Instructor Eva Champagne.

ART 235—SCULPTURE I (1:30 – 3:20 pm MTWR, 3 credits)
Learn to transform the ideas in your head into physical objects and installations. This course focuses on craftsmanship and construction of both concepts and finished sculptural endeavors. Cast metal, fabricate wood, and experiment with your own processes and materials. Prerequisite, ART 135A or consent of instructor. Additional lab time may be required. Instructor Julie Johnson.

ART 240A—PAINTING I (9:30 – 11:20 am MTWR, 3 credits)
There is no better place to apply the theories of color through painting than Montana in the summertime. Explore individual skill development in composition and content through the use of various oil and acrylic painting projects within the contemporary strategies and historical context of the art world. Prerequisites, ART 123A, 125A and 223A or consent of instructor. Additional lab time may be required. Instructor Kathryn Rodriguez.

ART 314A—ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ART Section 1 (7:30 – 9:20 am MTWR, 3 credits)
Section 2 (11:30 am– 1:20 pm MTWR, 3 credits)
Examine visual art teaching methods and produce original works in a variety of media. You will also explore methods of critique, curricular components, media management, resources and guided teaching experiences. This course is designed for upper-division undergraduate elementary education majors. Additional lab time may be required. Instructor Bobby Tilton.

ART 395—ART and INSANITY (9:30 – 11:20 am MTWR, 3 credits)
Why did Van Gogh cut his ear? From genius to lunatics, artists have been historically described as odd, eccentric, and even dangerous. Find out the reasons why and what the fields of art history and psychology tell us about what makes creative individuals unique and different, if at all. Instructor Rafael Chacon.

ART 495—SCULPTURE FURNACES Section 3 (9:30 – 11:20 am MTWR, 3 credits)
Delve into what it takes to construct an art-producing furnace. This course will cover both the science behind how a furnace operates, as well as the actual task of constructing a furnace. The class will be taught at the Sculpture Studio two days a week, and at the Lubrecht Experimental Forest where students will construct an iron-melting furnace called a 'cupola' and give it a test run to ensure proper function. At the Scupture Studio, students will look at designs of diverse furnaces, and, in conjunction with the course, will repair their existing cupola. This is a great course for anyone practicing art-making with fire! Prerequisite, Art 235 or consent of instructor. Additional lab time may be required. (Car-pooling off site is required). Instructor Brad Allen.

Department of Art

Second Session Offerings: June 23-July 25, 2008

ART 123A—DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS Section 30 (9:30 – 11:20 am MTWR, 3 credits)
Let's start with the nitty-gritty—paper and charcoal. We'll go on to other basic drawing media and techniques from there, including the use of illusionary space, design and abstraction. Additional lab time may be required. Instructor Julie Johnson.

ART 135A—THREE-DIMENSIONAL FUNDAMENTALS (11:30 am – 1:20 pm MTWR, 3 credits)
If you are interested in ceramics or sculpture—start here. This hands-on class will teach you the basics of working in 3-D mediums. Emphasis is placed on conceptualization and formal development of the 3-D object in the areas of form, mass, scale, texture, space and color. Additional lab time may be required. Instructor Brad Allen.

ART 215A—PHOTOGRAPHY I Section 30 (11:30 am – 1:20 pm MTWR, 3 credits)
Focus your personal expression through greater technical understanding. Learn about exposure, composition, developing, printing, and print finishing techniques. Prerequisite, ART 123A or consent of instructor. Additional lab time may be required. Instructor Steve Krutek.

ART 315—PHOTOGRAPHY II (9:30 – 11:20 am MTWR, 3 credits)
Explore photography as an art form. Survey different films, chemical processes and exposure techniques. We'll emphasize issues of content and personal expression. Prerequisites, ART 123A and 215A or consent of instructor. Additional lab time may be required. Instructor Steve Krutek.

Department of Drama/Dance

First Session Offerings: May 19-June 20, 2008

DRAM 111A—ACTING FOR NON-MAJORS (11:30 am – 1:20 pm MTWR, 3 credits)
All the world's a stage, and we are all actors—whether you're a teacher in front of a class of fidgety third graders, a student presenting your thesis, a lawyer trying to convince a skeptical jury, or a business leader working with a board of directors. Acting for Non-Majors teaches you the tools you need to command the world's stage! The secret of your success lies in having the knowledge and skills for professional presentation and persuasion. This course is an introduction to the techniques required to be effective in communication with others on the theatre stage or on life's stage. Instructor Mark Dean and Staff.

Special Session Offerings

DAN 327A—DANCE IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION Section 80 May 19-June 12 (12:30 – 2:20 pm MTWR, 2 credits)
Discover a world of possibilities for the use of dance in the public school setting. We will investigate movement elements, lesson design and planning, standards for dance, multiple intelligence theory, assessment, classroom management techniques and multi-culturalism. Come away with knowledge of techniques and applications to use in your classroom with your students. Instructor Michele Antonioli.

DRAM 327A—DRAMA IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION Section 80 May 19-May 30 (9:30 am – 12:30 pm MTWRF, 2 credits)
Focus on techniques and applications for teaching drama in grades K-12 and for using drama as a tool for teaching other subject matter. This class will lead you through exploration, implementation, and a variety of experiences and strategies for using drama in elementary education. Instructor Teresa Waldorf.

DRAM 306—SUMMER THEATRE Section 60 May 19-July 25 (Arrange, 1-3 credits)
This course is designed to give students practicum credit for working with departmentally approved summer theatre companies in the capacity of actor, designer, director, stage manager and/or technician. Students will gain a more advanced understanding of the rigors and expectations of working in a summer theatre environment. Students are expected to maintain a superior quality of professionalism throughout each project and adapt to the performance/production methods of the individual summer theatre company. Consent of Instructor. Instructor Mark Dean.

Department of Media Arts

First Session Offerings: May 19-June 20, 2008

MAR 101L—INTRODUCTION TO MEDIA ARTS (1:30 – 3:20 pm MTWR, 3 credits)
This introductory course provides an in-depth look at what constitutes story in movies, television, the Internet and video games. The articulation of dramatic action is applied to all areas, with an emphasis on story construction, genre, character of hero, and the use of story as a meaning-making cultural process. Students will analyze their perceptions of media stories and articulate their understanding of the content and meaning in such works. The course centers on lecture and class discussion, along with online coursework/interactions and writing assignments. Instructor Michael Murphy.

MAR 111A—INTEGRATED DIGITAL ART (1:30 – 3:20 pm MTWR, 3 credits)
This project-based class focuses on the expression of artistic concept through the use of digital technology. Students will develop basic audio/visual production techniques using Photoshop and Final Cut and create both digital still image and motion design work. Instructor Rick Hughes.

Special Sessions - One to Two Week Offerings

MAR 195—DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY IN THE ARTS Section 81 (twelve days) May 19–June 4 (9:00 am – 12:30 pm MTWRF, 3 credits)
Digital technology is playing an increasingly important role in the creation of art in the 21st century. This course will explore the history of its development and look at some of the emerging trends, from digital design software programs to the internet. Instructor Rick Hughes.

MAR 195—FUNDAMENTALS OF NON-LINEAR EDITING Section 82 (twelve days) May 19–June 4 (9:00 am – 12:30 pm MTWRF, 3 credits)
Get ready to explore the art of narrative film/video editing. In this project-oriented course, students will create their own work using Final Cut Pro non-linear editing software. Instructor Staff.

MAR 210—CREATION OF MEDIA STORY Section 80 (twelve days) May 19–June 4 (1:30 – 5:00 pm MTWRF, 3 credits)
This course is an introduction to writing and visualization for media story. The critical elements of story will be explained through written projects in screenplay form, collaborative interactions with other students, and in the creation of simple storyboards. Development of skills in feedback and critique in a positive manner are emphasized. Instructor Staff.

MAR 295—INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL STILL IMAGING Section 80 (twelve days) May 19–June 4 (9:00 am – 12:30 pm MTWRF, 3 credits)
Join us in the Media Arts computer lab for this project-oriented course. The class will focus on the making of meaningful images while learning the techniques of scanning, capturing and editing in Photoshop. Instructor Martin Fromm.

MAR 395—PHOTOSHOP Section 80 (six days) June 5–June 13 (9:00 am – 5:00 pm RFMTRF, 3 credits)
From digital artwork to magazine layouts, immerse yourself in the creative aspects of digital image design. Learn to create for both computer and print media. Work with composite images, photo retouching, adding and formatting text vectors vs. pixels, basic print layout, and saving formats for the web. Software: Photoshop and Illustrator. No prerequisite. Instructor Greg Twigg.

MAR 395—AFTER EFFECTS Section 81 (six days) June 16–June 24 (9:00 am – 5:00 pm MTRFMT, 3 credits)
An introduction to the world of motion design and special effects using the industry-standard applications, After Effects and Photoshop. Working in a project-based environment, students will develop the necessary skill sets by combining the elements of video, still image, text and graphic objects. No prerequisite. Instructor Greg Twigg.

MAR 395—STOP MOTION ANIMATION Section 82 (six days) July 17–July 25 (9:00 am – 5:00 pm RFMTRF, 3 credits)
If you love claymation, modeling 3-D objects and creating work frame by frame, this is the hands-on Tim Burton way of doing it (think 'Nightmare Before Christmas'). You will also explore hand drawn animation, blue screen techniques—all methods in the physical and real world. No prerequisite. Instructor Mark Shogren.

MAR 495—SCREENWRITING Section 80 (six days) June 23–July 1 (9:00 am – 5:00 pm MTRFMT, 3 credits)
Learn the road map for writing your own feature film. Good screenwriting requires the mastering of a precise, learned craft. In this class, we will explore the crucial components of narrative—what makes a good scene, sequence, act, and ultimately, a good story. This class will focus on three and five-act film structures. No prerequisite. Instructor Andrew Smith.

MAR 495—WEB DESIGN Section 81 (ten days) June 25–July 11 (1:00 – 4:30 pm MTWRF, 3 credits)
Students will gain invaluable skills in this introduction to the fundamentals of website structure, content design and navigation. Areas of focus will be directory structure, graphic design, navigation, audio/video integration and domain management. Students will create a simple HTML website. The primary software applications used will be Dreamweaver and Photoshop. No previous experience required. Instructor Lou Ghaddar.

MAR 495—VIDEO PRODUCTION: JUST DO IT Section 82 (seven days) July 21–July 27 (9:00 am – 4:30 pm MTWRFSU, 3 credits)
Learn the very basics of video production in one intensive course. From scriptwriting to editing, directing and shooting, students will learn the fundamental principles involved in these phases of production. No prerequisite. Instructors Sean O'Brien and Michael Murphy.

Department of Music

First Session Offerings: May 19-June 20, 2008

MUS 133L—HISTORY OF ROCK AND ROLL Section 1 (9:30 – 11:20 am MTWR, 3 credits)
Good rock? Bad rock? What's the difference? What brands a song a 'classic'? How did Elvis change the landscape of American culture? Answer these questions and more while you hone your listening skills as a rock-and-roll connoisseur. Instructor Jeffrey Brandt.

MUS 147A—BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE FOLK GUITAR Section 1 (1:30 – 2:55 pm MTWR, 2 credits)
The instructor will adapt to your skill level. Both a beginning and intermediate course in fundamentals of playing folk guitar, Music 147A Includes an introduction to the rudiments of music. It's the perfect opportunity to move beyond your current level of proficiency. Instructor Luis Mill'n.

MUS 335—MUSIC EDUCATION IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS (3:30 – 5:20 pm MTWR, 3 credits)
Required for elementary education majors, this class integrates fundamental skills and basic rudiments of music into the various aspects of teaching music creatively in the elementary school. Join UM Music Education Specialist Mary Jane Belz for a practical, inspirational experience!

Department of Music

Second Session Offerings: June 23-July 25, 2008

MUS 133L—HISTORY OF ROCK AND ROLL Section 30 (7:30 – 9:20 am MTWR, 3 credits)
Good rock? Bad rock? What's the difference? What brands a song a 'classic'? How did Elvis change the landscape of American culture? Answer these questions and more while you hone your listening skills as a rock-and-roll connoisseur. Instructor Jeffrey Brandt.

Special Session Offering

MUS 195/495—STUDIO RECORDING TECHNIQUES AND SOUND ENGINEERING Section 80 May 19–June 6 (9:30 am – 12:30 pm MTWRF, 3 credits)
Learn how to record, mix, and master a CD of recording sessions of your band or chamber ensemble, and engineer sounds in digital multi-track, using industry standard equipment, hardware, and software. Instructor Charles Nichols.