The University of Portland (UP) is a private Catholic university in Portland, Oregon. It was founded in 1901 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, which also founded UP's sister school the University of Notre Dame. The university enrolls approximately 3,730 students.
The University of Portland's Department of Performing & Fine Arts provides robust programs in visual arts, featuring a Bachelor of Arts in Art and an Art Minor. These offerings blend intensive studio practice across diverse media such as painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, photography, and digital art with essential studies in art history and theory. Students receive guidance from experienced faculty to refine technical abilities, deepen conceptual understanding, and cultivate their individual artistic voice within a supportive environment. The curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for varied roles, empowering them to contribute creatively and critically to the cultural sphere and pursue diverse career paths in the arts and related fields.
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