The Division of the Arts offers technical training, aesthetic development, and historical, theoretical, and critical studies in art, history of art and visual culture, dance, design/technology, drama, film/video, and music to all undergraduates as well as to undergraduate majors and graduate students.

The mission of the arts in education derives from their special modes of thinking and contributions to human experience and achievement. Often transcending verbal and mathematical conventions, the arts involve unique ways of knowing, understanding, expressing, communicating, and creating.

Academic Programs
Art
Digital Arts and New Media
Film and Digital Media
History of Art and Visual Culture
Music
Theater Arts

Faculty

Associated Programs
Sesnon Gallery
Shakespeare Santa Cruz
The Center for Art and Visual Studies
The Arts Research Institute
Arts Bridge
Visiting Artists Program

Administration
Business Office
Computing
Dean's Office
Development
Human Resources
Arts Events
Research