While many schools separate the study of art and design, we combine the disciplines to better prepare students for an adaptable career in a fast-paced world of ever-changing creative needs. Through the strong liberal arts education that Butler provides, students graduate with the creative, communication, and critical-thinking skills it takes to pursue multiple career options post-graduation.

 The art program educates artist/designers who develop creative, critical thinking and communication skills that allows pursuit of many career options. Set within a broad-based curriculum in the liberal arts, the program capitalizes on individual creative strengths while emphasizing digital, traditional, and sustainable processes