Nov 14, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-25

FAR 4500 - 30 Mile Studio: Community Arts Engagement


30-Mile Studio (30MS) is an interdisciplinary fine arts studio devoted to place-based, social practices in the region. Each semester, the 30MS partners a team of students with a community organization. Working together, we investigate and implement the principles of community-centered arts through projects that address regional needs. This course is intended for students seeking professional theories and methods in community engagement, creative placemaking, and social entrepreneurship across the arts. All disciplines are welcome.

Requisites: Jr or Sr
Credit Hours: 4
Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 8.0 hours.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 4.0 studio, 2.0 discussion
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will be able to identify social and community-based applications for the arts
  • Students will be able to work collaboratively across disciplines, backgrounds, and experience levels
  • Students will be able to apply professional skills in community-based project development and management
  • Students will be able to solve problems when working with new ideas, challenges, organizations, and stakeholders
  • Students will be able to reflect on their engagement methods


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