The Arts

Entertainment Technology students learn the fundamentals of stage lighting, scenery construction, audio equipment, and rigging. You can learn to work with specialized tools such as programmable lighting controllers, fog machines, sound mixing consoles, and woodworking equipment. Create special makeup effects such as scars, wounds and prosthetics. Gain experience in rehearsal and performance procedures by participating in live productions at IVC’s Performing Arts Center.

Live Entertainment Management students gain experience in rehearsal and performance procedures by participating in live productions at IVC’s Performing Arts Center. Local employers include theaters, theme parks, convention centers, concert producers, opera companies, dance companies, cruise ships and cirque troupes. Gain valuable experience leading backstage crews as you and your team execute shows before a live audience. As a stage manager you will find yourself at the center of all aspects of a production including costume designers, directors, performers and backstage crews.

Communicate
Express yourself through movement.  Learn how to use your body to communicate through dance and other movement practices. Dive deeper into viewing, creating movement and sharing your reactions to dance, art and movement.

Create
Create your own dances, work with leading dance artists and collaborate with peers through the processes of making dance. Along with developing self-movement practices to better serve your body.

Whether it is persuasion for your career or clarity for your interpersonal relationships, classes in Communication Studies will train you to be an effective communicator. Among the many classes offered, students may take classes in argumentation and debate, group communication and leadership skills, intercultural communication, interpersonal communication, and communication fundamentals. Moreover, students may perfect their communication skills by participating on the nationally recognized Speech and Debate Team. 

The Art Department is made up of several programs for students interested in studying or creating art.  Explore the language of Art through Art History and discover the way artists have used art to represent their lives and the world around them. Create visual art using drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture techniques and concepts.  Produce digital media art content for graphic design, photography, and video projects. Develop immersive worlds through interactive media using animation, game design, and environmental design.