HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY

ARTHIST 355

Course Description

European and American photography from its invention to the challenge of electronic media, emphasizing the student's development of a critical approach to the medium.

Prerequisties

Sophomore standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Offered

Fall, Spring

Grade Point Average

2.11

-20.18% from Historical

Completion Rate

98.65%

1.16% from Historical

A Rate

29.73%

-20.66% from Historical

Class Size

83.75% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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