Art History Learning Opportunities
Explore the world of art through a number of extracurricular learning opportunities offered at MSU Moorhead. Whether you’re interested in studying abroad for a semester or a few weeks, venturing to local and regional museums and archives, or attending conferences, all of these activities will greatly enhance your education and ensure you’ll find a career you’re passionate about.
Numerous internship opportunities are available for Art History students. Though internships aren’t required, they’re highly recommended. Many organizations in Fargo-Moorhead are looking for talented student interns, therefore there are several internship options to choose from. Recent students have interned with the following organizations, among others:
- Plains Art Museum
- MSUM Art Gallery
- Rourke Art Museum
- Kaddatz Gallery
- Lake Region Arts council
- Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County
For more information on internship opportunities, contact Anna Arnar.
The six-credit MSUM Art History thesis requirement will prepare you for art history research—including working with primary sources and original material in archives—as well as public speaking. These skills are highly sought after by employers. A supervised independent study, the thesis project involves identifying a unique art historical or architectural problem and locating appropriate original sources related to it to provide an informed interpretation and analysis. Most undergraduate programs do not have this requirement, so you'll have an advantage when applying to graduate school.
Studying abroad is an excellent investment in your academic goals, future profession and own personal development. It can also help set you apart, whether you want to pursue graduate school or a great career. There are several study abroad program options, including: exchange programs, external providers and short-term faculty-led programs.
Travel to see exhibitions and monuments in person and meet professionals in the field. As you expand your knowledge of art history, you’ll also extend your network of contacts within the field. Contact Anna Arnar for information about upcoming travel opportunities.