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student successfully passing of both mandatory portfolio reviews. Students would take and pass these
courses similar to the English Proficiency Exam as a "0" credit (Pass/Fail option). These assessments will be
repeatable up to no more than (2) two times.

The review in ART 219 will consist of a demonstration and 10 or more samples of foundation work and studies
such as observational drawings, (gesture drawing, still life, landscape); 2D/3D design, sculpture, painting,
photography and demonstration of the elements and principles of art/design.

In addition, students will also submit a basic writing sample in MLA format, this should be a successful essay,
research paper from a previous Art history, history, English or other course at Bowie State University. This must
demonstrate format, citations, be free or grammatical errors and a sample that received a grade of “C” or better.
Students must also submit their senior thesis proposal for review and approval. See Coordinator for format,
requirements and details. They are required to first pass their first portfolio review (ART 219) and also
submit a minimum 2-page, typed proposal (with additional sketches, maquettes, storyboards, mood
boards or fashion patterns, etc., online and physical portfolio, blog, documentation, evidence of
research/creative work, sketchbook). VCDMA Students are also required to submit to faculty for
approval for their senior thesis exhibition no later than their sophomore year (2nd semester).

Students should also consult and refer to the VCDMA Senior Thesis Proposal Guide and the VCDMA
Senior Thesis & Exhibition Requirements. These are available via the VCDMA webpage and from the
academic advisor and/or program coordinator.

This proposal should be submitted no later than the end of the first portfolio review and assessment.
Transfer students will also need to pass the portfolio review and assessments, submit a senior thesis
proposal preferably by their sophomore/junior year whichever is earliest and applies. See Program
Coordinator and Advisor for more details

ART 419 Portfolio Review and Assessment II (Advanced)
Art 419 review will consist of 15-20 or more work (including the work from 219) that demonstrates advanced
work in their specific area of concentration. This work should consist of work in and especially outside of course
work and should not be their senior thesis exhibition. If students do not pass the portfolio requirements they may
be required to take additional coursework to improve their performance. Students are also to meet regularly
with faculty and advisor and submit work for their senior art exhibition.

These courses lead up to being approved in taking ART 498 Senior Thesis Exhibition. The senior exhibition
must consist of a cohesive body of work consisting of 15 or more works based on this approved
theme and all must be reviewed and approved by VCDMA faculty.

This proposal must be approved before taking ART 498 Senior Thesis Exhibition. Students are also
required to maintain a sketchbook during their matriculation at Bowie State University. Please refer
to VCDMA thesis proposal guidelines and requirements for assistance and directions for typing the
thesis proposal.

VCDMA Faculty must approve this proposal before a student can take the course and/or mount their
final show. This proposal must demonstrate a specific theme, concept or area of focus within a
student's given concentration and area of research, and successful mastery in the artwork as well as
writing for and about the work; and again in an area of discipline specific to VCDMA.

These items should be submitted with portfolio at least one semester prior to taking Art 498, and
must be approved by at least (1-2) full-time VCDMA faculty members, including the VCDMA Program

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