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Faculty Member

Help people learn, grow, and connect through the arts.

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At a Glance

Suggested Major
Studio Art

Suggested Minor
Psychology or Education

Degree Level
Graduate degree typically required or strongly preferred

Career Areas
Education, learning, community engagement

Work Settings
Schools, universities, museums, community organizations, arts programs

Best For Students Who…
Enjoy helping others learn, facilitating experiences, and building supportive communities

What Does an Faculty Member Do?

Faculty Members work at the intersection of education, learning, community engagement. They use creative, analytical, and collaborative skills to develop projects, services, experiences, or programs that respond to the needs of audiences, clients, organizations, or communities.

How You Build This Path

1. Build Your Arts Foundation

Develop core knowledge and practical skills through the Studio Art major, including project-based work and professional preparation.

2. Add Complementary Knowledge

Use the Psychology minor to add a second area of expertise that strengthens preparation for this career.

3. Gain Experience + Build Your Next Step

Develop a sustained record of advanced study, research or creative practice, teaching, and professional engagement.

Skills You May Develop

Communication
Facilitation
Curriculum/program design
Empathy
Assessment
Collaboration

Related Major + Minor Combinations

Studio Art + Psychology  = Art Teacher
Studio Art +Education   = Student Affairs Professional
Studio Art + Psychology = Teaching Artist

Degree & Experience Info

This career typically requires a graduate degree. 

Graduate degree typically required or strongly preferred FSU graduate option: FSU offers MS options in Art Education, including Teacher Certification and Professional Development. FSU offers the MFA in Studio Art. FSU offers both the MA in Dance and MFA in Dance. Accelerated pathway: FSU Studio Art BA/BFA students can pursue the combined pathway to the MS in Art Education, completing both degrees in as little as 5 years.

Industries You’ll Impact

K-12 education
Higher education
Museums
Community organizations
Student services

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