Program Overview

Art & Design

The College of Art & Design offers a range of programs in various fields, including architecture, art, interior design, landscape architecture, and doctor of design.

Academics

• Architecture
  • The architecture program offers a comprehensive education in the field, covering topics such as design, history, and theory.
• Art
  • The art program provides students with a foundation in studio art, art history, and criticism.
• Interior Design
  • The interior design program focuses on the design of interior spaces, including residential, commercial, and institutional environments.
• Landscape Architecture
  • The landscape architecture program emphasizes the design of outdoor spaces, including parks, gardens, and urban landscapes.
• Doctor of Design
  • The doctor of design program is a professional degree that focuses on advanced design research and practice.

Student Life

• Facilities
  • The college offers state-of-the-art facilities, including studios, labs, and equipment.
• Galleries
  • The college has several galleries that showcase student and faculty work.
• Internships + Jobs
  • The college provides opportunities for students to gain practical experience through internships and job placements.
• Scholarships
  • The college offers various scholarships to support students in their academic pursuits.
• Student Organizations
  • The college has several student organizations that provide opportunities for networking and professional development.
• Student Services
  • The college offers a range of services to support students, including academic advising and career counseling.

Programs + Initiatives

• Academic Programs Abroad
  • The college offers study abroad programs that allow students to study in international locations.
• Digital Media Arts & Engineering
  • The college has a program in digital media arts and engineering that focuses on the intersection of art, design, and technology.
• Coastal Ecosystem Design Studio
  • The college has a studio that focuses on the design of coastal ecosystems and the impact of human activity on these environments.
• Communication across the Curriculum
  • The college has a program that emphasizes the importance of communication in design education.
• LSU Office of Undergraduate Research
  • The college has an office that supports undergraduate research in design and related fields.
• Pre-College Camps
  • The college offers pre-college camps for high school students who are interested in pursuing a career in design.

Robert Reich School of Landscape Architecture

LA 4001 Landscape Design V

The fourth-year landscape design studio focuses on landscape planning and design from the regional to the site-development scale. The studio places emphasis on generating planning and design strategies for urbanization and development that are informed by an understanding of the ecology and culture of the region and based on principles of sustainability. The fall 2013 "Delta Divides" studio explored the agricultural, industrial, economic, and cultural landscapes of the Mississippi Delta region. The Delta is an ideal testing ground for exploring the paradigm of urbanization and rural decline. The objective of the studio is to identify latent resources as well as untapped opportunities for design intervention to empower these struggling communities.