Graphic design
Art and design speak to us in ways that words can’t. Art helps us figure out who we are. It grounds us in community and colors our dreams. When you pursue an art degree at St. Norbert College, you’ll be well-trained in visual design principles, artistic techniques, critical thinking and creative problem-solving. You’ll learn how to network with other artists and with galleries, learning practical business skills that will help you advance your career in art.
Primary Major Credential
B.A.
Offered As
Major & minor
Graphic design is a dynamic major that blends creativity with technology, teaching students how to communicate visually through typography, imagery and digital media. Students gain hands-on experience in branding, user experience, and visual storytelling to prepare for careers in design, marketing and media.
*Courses Checklist:
ART 110 History of Western Art (C-WT) or ART 115 History of Modern Art (C-WT)
ART 112 History of Modern Design (C-WT) or ART 205 Art, Technology, and Society (C-IS)
ART 130 Introduction to Design
ART 131 Introduction to Studio Art (C-EI)
ART 134 Basic Drawing (C-EI)
ART 235 Computer Graphics
ART 280 Introduction to Photography and Digital Imaging
ART 335 Advertising and Design
ART 460 Digital Studio
ART 480 Advanced Studio
ART 485 Design for the Web
ART 499 Senior Art Capstone
One of the following: ART 224, ART 230, ART 240 or ART 285
Additional Studio elective at 300 level or above.
*This pathway is to be used as a guide. Refer to the Course Catalog for official degree requirements.
*Courses Checklist:
ART 112 History of Modern Design (C-WT) or ART 205 Art, Technology, and Society (C-IS)
ART 130 Introduction to Design
ART 235 Computer Graphics
ART 280 Introduction to Photography and Digital Imaging
ART 335 Advertising and Design or ART 380 Contemporary Photographic Strategies
ART 460 Digital Studio
ART 485 Portfolio Design or ART 494 Internship
*This pathway is to be used as a guide. Refer to the Course Catalog for official degree requirements.
If there’s one thing that SNC professors and instructors have in common, it’s a passion for teaching and sharing their expertise. You’ll also find them dedicated to providing personalized guidance that supports your academic and career aspirations. Discover the distinguished scholars you’ll be learning from.
“I got to illustrate a published children’s book! I was asked to illustrate the GLAD Camp book published through SNC, and it was something I’ve always wanted to do. I learned a lot working with the art director, like the best ways to draw certain elements and how to stage illustrations.”
While pursuing an art-related degree, you’ll gain valuable expertise along with abilities that employers seek: visual and critical awareness, problem solving and time management. At SNC, you’ll also sharpen your written and oral communication skills, become adept at analyzing and synthesizing information from a range of sources, and balancing multiple deadlines. Here's just a sampling of careers you'll find our art alumni working in:
- Brand marketer
- Graphic designer
- Illustrator
- Photographer
- Production manager
- Web content specialist
Majoring in art can prepare you for advanced study in design, art, marketing, education or a related field. With SNC’s help in prep and placement, our art alumni have completed graduate studies at institutions like:
- School of the Art Institute of Chicago
- Chicago School of Professional Psychology
- Loyola Marymount University
- Marquette University
- University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
