Public Art, Public Buildings: Art Awareness in Professional Undergraduate Programs
Conference Tracks
Teaching Practices (Poster Only) – Analysis, synthesis, reflection, and discussion
Abstract
Business undergraduates (i.e., accounting, finance, management and marketing) must complete one course in business law. A course was modified to include a tour of a federal courthouse, highlighting the use of art and architectural features to convey ideals of justice, transparency, and public service. Research suggests using visual art and literature in professional programs can provide benefits to students, such as increased empathy and tolerance of ambiguity. Engaging in external field trips that include a focus on and awareness of art forms in the public sector may help students create meaning and develop a stronger sense of community engagement and civic responsibility.
Session Format
Poster
1
Location
Harborside Ballroom East
Recommended Citation
Druffel, Karen and Galvin, T. Bridgett, "Public Art, Public Buildings: Art Awareness in Professional Undergraduate Programs" (2020). SoTL Commons Conference. 103.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/sotlcommons/SoTL/2020/103
Public Art, Public Buildings: Art Awareness in Professional Undergraduate Programs
Harborside Ballroom East
Business undergraduates (i.e., accounting, finance, management and marketing) must complete one course in business law. A course was modified to include a tour of a federal courthouse, highlighting the use of art and architectural features to convey ideals of justice, transparency, and public service. Research suggests using visual art and literature in professional programs can provide benefits to students, such as increased empathy and tolerance of ambiguity. Engaging in external field trips that include a focus on and awareness of art forms in the public sector may help students create meaning and develop a stronger sense of community engagement and civic responsibility.
