The Arts, Literature and Communication Program is committed to creating and safeguarding communities of equity, diversity and respect. We stand against all forms of violence, racism, and systemic discrimination.
Student For a Day
Each profile in ALC can arrange a few days during the term when future students can sit in on a class. Please look for information regarding Student for a Day on each profile’s webpage.
Writers, content creators, and lovers of literature and the arts β this is the program for you!
In the Arts, Literature and Communication (ALC) program, every profile offers a rich and immersive experience in a wide range of subjects. The Arts and Culture Profile in particular offers the largest choice of options.
Students and teachers in the program form close-knit communities united by their passion for creativity β whether in writing, language arts, or communication. You’ll gain a strong foundation across multiple artistic disciplines through a blend of required and elective courses.
±¬ΑΟΊΪΙηβs ALC students have easy access to museums, galleries, performance venues and cultural events by virtue of its downtown location with opportunities to experience the city’s vibrant arts scene.
As artificial intelligence transforms society, the need for creativity, critical thinking, and human-centered innovation has never been greater. Students who understand both the value of art and the power of technology will be uniquely prepared to shape the future.
As a student, you will be asked to register in one of the following six profiles:
Minors
Students in the ALC Program will have access to a ββminorβ in the subject area of Journalism, Music and Theatre. If you successfully complete all four courses in one of these subject areas, you may get a letter of recognition from the Program Dean that signifies your achievement of a βminorβ. This minor is available to students of all profiles except Languages and could be especially useful to students who wish to continue in Journalism or Communications programs at a University level.
JOURNALISM
There are four Journalism courses offered in the ALC program, including Writing News Stories, Writing Feature Articles, Journalism and the Web, and Ethics of Journalism*. If students successfully complete all four Journalism classes, they will receive a letter of recognition from the Dean that signifies their achievement of a Minor in Journalism. This minor is available to students of all profiles but Languages and could be especially useful to students who wish to continue in Journalism or Communications programs at a university level.
* In cases when Ethics of Journalism (340-943-DW) is not offered students have the choice of taking Photography: Themes and Evolution (520-922-DW) OR Creative Writing (603-916-DW) in its place. Note: These options are only available in years when Ethics of Journalism is not offered. Also note: Creative Writing (603-916-DW) is part of ALC List 5, and should not be confused with the Creative Writing Workshop (603-413-DW), which cannot replace Ethics of Journalism in years where that course is not offered.
MUSIC
Students can obtain a minor in Music by taking four courses in the Music program. In each semester of the two-year ALC program, Music courses are offered to students enrolled in any ALC profile (except the Languages profile), and none of these courses have prerequisites. Upon the completion of four Music classes, students may acquire a letter from the Dean recognizing their studies in the Music program.
THEATRE
The Theatre Department offers various courses in the ALC program, ranging from classes like Plays and Playwrights, Acting and Performance Workshops, to Dance: Style and Form. If students complete any four courses in Theatre, they can obtain a letter of recognition from the Dean attesting that they have earned a minor in Theatre. There are no prerequisites for the Theatre classes. This minor is available to students of all ALC profiles but the Languages profile.
ALC Festival
Participate in the ALC Festival!
The annual ALC festival is an integral part of the Arts, Literature, and Communication program. Held twice a year, at the end of fall and winter terms, the goal of this festival is to celebrate the achievements of ALC students, while introducing their academic and creative work to fellow ±¬ΑΟΊΪΙη students and to the college community at large.
