This is a required course intended to establish a solid overview of the Art and Art History Department for all first semester UTA students who intend to declare a studio art or art history major. Topics for the class can include: visiting artist speakers, attendance of exhibitions, writing assignments, surviving the advising process and concentration portfolio review, and library resources. Other topics may be discussed. This course may only be taken once for credit. This course includes student success curriculum and associated content and fulfills the University requirement for either UNIV 1101 or UNIV 1131.

This is a required course intended to establish a solid overview of the Art and Art History Department for all first semester UTA students who intend to declare a studio art or art history major. Topics for the class can include: visiting artist speakers, attendance of exhibitions, writing assignments, surviving the advising process and concentration portfolio review, and library resources. Other topics may be discussed. This course may only be taken once for credit. This course includes student success curriculum and associated content and fulfills the University requirement for either UNIV 1101 or UNIV 1131.

Special topics in Theatre Arts taught in conjunction with college transitions skills. Topics may include: the theatrical experience in front of and/or behind the curtain, and/or other theatre related topics, critical thinking and active learning skills, engagement with UTA community. Only offered as a First Year Seminar for incoming first-year students. May not be repeated for credit.