Art History
What is art history?
Art history focuses on the visual arts, and their role in society and culture. Art
history offers both a comprehensive insight into human cultural development as well
as a uniquely challenging area of study that integrates rigorous analysis with creativity
and interpretive thought.
Why art history at OSU?
Focusing on the visual arts, art history offers you comprehensive insight into society
and human cultural development. OSU’s highly-active faculty exhibit nationally and
internationally, and produce scholarly work that is consistently cited for excellence.
The Gardiner Gallery of Art and the Oklahoma State Museum of Art will offer you opportunities to get hands-on experience working as interns, docents
and curators.