Students enrolled in Walsh University's Visual and Performing Arts program pursue a comprehensive bachelor's degree, with the ability to select one of three focus areas: Studio Art, Art History or Music/Drama. This program provides an opportunity for students interested in careers in the arts to gain a solid foundation in these disciplines, as well as to see and explore connections among them.
The Birk Center for the Arts on Walsh's campus provides the setting for students to gain experience in all aspects of the arts. The center houses Walsh's fine art studio, musical performance hall and an atrium gallery that frequently features student exhibits.
Students have numerous opportunities for involvement in Walsh's art club, Genesius Players drama troupe, band and choir. In addition, every VPA major completes an internship prior to graduation.
Graduates who earn a bachelor's degree in the Visual and Performing Arts from Walsh University are qualified to work in a wide variety of positions within the art community. Examples include:
- Art Gallery Director or Manager
- Art Museum Educator, Curator, Director
- Community Art Center Director, Manager, Educator
- Private Art Lesson Instructor
- Visual Artist
- Art Historian
- Art Auction House Researcher
- Symphony Director, Manager, Educator
- Music Center Director, Manager, Teacher
- Private Music Teacher
- Music Teacher in a School or Church or non-profit
- Musician
- Theater Director, Manager, Educator
- Actor
- Theater Technician
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