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DIGA

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

This course introduces the foundational principles and technical skills required to design and build clear, functional, and user-centered web interfaces. A strong understanding of HTML and CSS is essential for designers working in digital environments, as these technologies define the structure and visual presentation of web content. Students will examine and apply core web design principles, including layout, visual hierarchy, typography, contrast, and spacing, while analyzing how these elements shape user experience and visual communication across digital environments. The course also introduces critical evaluation of web interfaces in relation to usability, accessibility, and cultural context, along with basic concepts in user experience (UX), performance, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in web design. Emphasis is placed on building a solid foundation that connects design thinking with front-end development. Students will plan and prototype web layouts, then translate those ideas into simple, functional web pages using HTML, CSS, and introductory JavaScript. Through guided exercises and small-scale projects, students develop clarity in visual decision making, usability, and code structure. These foundational skills are necessary preparation for DIGA 3025 Advanced Web Design, where students are expected to apply advanced techniques, integrate complex media, and produce dynamic, interactive, and collaborative web projects Attributes: Liberal

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DIGA

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

Students in this course will learn about the creative and technical processes required for digital video production and postproduction. Students will learn the aesthetics of editing including the choice of images and designing their time and sequence. They will also learn how to use industry software (such as Adobe Premiere Pro) for nonlinear video editing. Attributes: Arts Gen Ed, *The Arts Gen Ed, Liberal

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DIGA

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

Students have the opportunity to develop individualized studies with their mentor in Digital Arts (DIGA). Please contact your mentor/advisor for more details.

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DIGA

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

This is a beginner’s course in digital presentation. As such, we will explore the different aspects of self-presentation in public and online formats and learn techniques to make the process more manageable and effective. . Students will investigate the inner workings of online presentations and discourse, including the basic elements of a presentation, ways to write and evaluate work, the impact and responsibilities of public/private speaking, understanding an audience’s needs, and developing ways to increase comfort while presenting in a variety of formats,and to refine physical skills in body language and voice production. This course was previously CUL-222614 . Attributes: Liberal

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DIGA

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

This is a study for students who are interested in writing for the new media form of the weblog. Full Catalog 2026-2027 - DRAFT COPY 755

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DIGA

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

This introductory study is designed for students who want to learn how to use a digital camera to capture, edit, and manipulate photographic images. This study is intended for the student who has working knowledge of the basics of either the Windows or Mac operating system, as well as having a basic knowledge of traditional photography (or equivalent experience). This plan will be implemented by reviewing principles of composition; discussing and practicing various styles of photography; learning to use appropriate digital photographic editing software, and, finally, how to prepare the final images for various means of display, from hard copy printing to digital display. Attributes: Liberal

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DIGA

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4

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Edition

2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

Students have the opportunity to develop individualized studies with their mentor in Digital Arts (DIGA). Please contact your mentor/advisor for more details.

Subject

DIGA

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1

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8

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course

Edition

2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

DIGA 3045 Course DIGA 3045 Not Found 4

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DIGA

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4

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4

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Edition

2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

In this advanced level digital presentation study, students will review and incorporate increasingly sophisticated techniques of self-presentation in public, online, and hybrid formats in addition to composing and critiquing their original work. Students will analyze their own and others digital presentations, looking for the elements of effective presentations, the impact and responsibilities of public/private speaking, understanding different audiences' needs, and the evolving etiquette(s) of delivering presentations in a variety of formats. Attributes: Liberal Last Generated 2:01 pm 05/26/26

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DIGA

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

How do digital media artists and designers produce effective web sites to communicate and share their art and design projects? This course will prepare students to apply advanced theories and techniques to the design of visually engaging and accessible web content for the digital media arts. Students will learn to plan and produce dynamic web sites to create an interactive and responsive user experience. They will learn how to write for the web while integrating such dynamic elements as digital images, graphic design, animation, digital video, artificial intelligence (AI), augmented and virtual reality, and 3D tools. As part of the planning process, students will learn to articulate a vision, set goals, prepare a timeline, create a visual wireframe and storyboard, identify web design tools, and write a detailed proposal. They will incorporate web usability, responsive web design, user-centered design, and web accessibility requirements and standards to develop meaningful, reliable, accessible, and artistic web content. Students will apply advanced techniques using both coding and web design programs. They will produce several individual web design projects, a collaborative web site, and culminating digital portfolio. Prerequisites: Successful completion of an introductory web design course or relevant advanced level experience.

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DIGA

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4

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4

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Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.sunyempire.edu

In the twenty-first century it is not only important to create and maintain an online presence whether for work or other professional/personal pursuits, it is also crucial that one's online materials are impressive and impeccable: well-written and arresting, both visually and in terms of information presentation. Blogging and digital presentation incorporates the varied fields of copy writing, journalism, marketing, advertising, public relations, internet technologies, visual information, graphic design and visual arts, among others. Attributes: Liberal

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DIGA

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4

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4

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Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.sunyempire.edu

In this course, students learn advanced digital art and design using the Adobe Creative Suite applications such as Photoshop Extended, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash, Dreamweaver, Fireworks & Bridge. Students develop expertise in working with bitmap and vector images. Through creative exercises, projects, individual and group critiques, portfolio development and evaluation, research, and written assignments, students develop effective visual communication skills, strengthen individual artistic style, and demonstrate a sophisticated, professional understanding of technical and creative processes inherent in digital art. This course is for advanced-level students with previous knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and the prior skills needed to learn advanced digital art techniques. OS Platform: PC or Mac, Required software: Adobe Creative Suite. Students should have completed an introductory level digital art course and introductory level knowledge of Adobe Photoshop. This course was previously ART-224444 Digital Art and Design: Advanced. Attributes: Arts Gen Ed, *The Arts Gen Ed, Liberal Last Generated 2:01 pm 05/26/26

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DIGA

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3

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4

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Edition

2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

What are the ethical considerations of digital art and design? Artists and designers produce innovative works using digital media and virtual technologies, pushing boundaries in new and unexpected ways. As digital tools evolve, generative artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming artistic creation and design, unlocking new possibilities while challenging ideas of authorship, authenticity, and manipulation. In a digital world, it is easier than ever to alter representations of reality and publish AI- generated or digitally manipulated content. While digital tools empower individuals to produce and share their own creative work, how do we verify the trustworthiness of this content? What are the ethical responsibilities of artists and designers in shaping digital culture? By analyzing the relationship between artistic theory and practice, we will explore how digital media challenges ideas of originality, ownership, and perception. This exploration will include discussions on generative AI and its impact on artistic integrity and social perception, as well as ethical considerations related to social, cultural, political, and technological issues. Through this lens, we will reflect on our individual and collective responsibilities when creating and sharing digital content. Attributes: Arts Gen Ed, *CMP- Info Literacy, *CMP- Crit Think &

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DIGA

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4

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4

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Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.sunyempire.edu

Digital Storytelling combines the artistic theory of storytelling with digital media technologies. Students integrate digital storytelling concepts with artistic practice to write, plan, produce, publish, and present digital narratives. They develop individual stories and a collaborative project based on the research of a social issue or cause. This process includes generating story ideas, developing narrative structures, conducting peer reviews and planning effectively with well-written scripts and visual storyboards. Students analyze ethical issues such as intellectual property, information bias, privacy protection, and the rights of storytelling subjects. They identify effective digital tools for combining images, audio, text, and video into cohesive digital stories. Students demonstrate their knowledge about the aesthetics of digital storytelling and communicate their ideas through writing, digital media production and oral presentations. Continuous learning occurs throughout the course with readings, discussions, writing, scaffolded assignments, peer reviews, and collaborative participation in the final research project. Attributes: Basic Communication Gen Ed, Arts Gen Ed, *Communication Gen Ed-Oral, *Communication Gen Ed-Written, *The Arts Gen Ed, *CMP- Info Literacy, *CMP- Civic Discourse, Liberal

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DIGA

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3

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4

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Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.sunyempire.edu

How do we understand the design of information through diverse media formats and in our everyday life? By exploring this topic, you will learn how to effectively analyze, interpret, and describe the information around you. This course involves the study of artistic theory in relation to such concepts as usability, sense-making, wayfinding, data visualization, user- experience (UX) design, accessibility, and human computer interaction (HCI). We will apply critical thinking to analyze the fundamentals of information design in different media formats such as text, diagrams, charts, signs, museum displays, infographics, and evolving digital media. We will research the integration of digital information that is visual, verbal, and textual in relation to metaphoric, aesthetic, and narrative elements. This course welcomes students from multiple disciplines and from a wide range of fields including business, communication, marketing, science, math, statistics, visual art, digital art, computer science and technical writing. This course was previously ART-224104 Information Design. Attributes: Liberal

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DIGA

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4

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4

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Edition

2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

What are the theoretical foundations of digital media arts? This course will examine artistic theory related to the aesthetic, social, and ethical considerations of this emerging field. Students will analyze digital media artworks and participate in discussions with peers about interdisciplinary perspectives and wide-ranging artistic genres. They will investigate the intersection of theory and practice by planning and producing multimodal projects such as digital stories, short films, animation, virtual worlds, installations, and/or multimedia artworks. Advanced level digital media arts require effective collaboration among artists from different genres. This course will include a significant collaborative project as well as opportunities to focus on individual artistic growth. All projects will be tailored to fit the expertise and interests of each student cohort. Students taking the course must have advanced knowledge and experience with one or more of the following areas: digital art and design, computer arts, video, electronic music, digital storytelling, filmmaking, game design, animation, visual effects, motion graphics, animation art and design, digital photography, 3D virtual worlds, digital performance, and audio production. Attributes: Liberal

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DIGA

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4

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4

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

New Media Advocacy is a hands-on production course in which students will learn how to create and utilize new media (audio, video, social media platforms) for social justice movements and advocacy efforts. Over the course of the semester we will investigate the power of storytelling and how new media can assist in community driven campaigns to connect and involve the public in movements for change. How can visual arts be creatively used to share resources, disseminate information, and encourage public engagement? Attributes: Arts Gen Ed, *The Arts Gen Ed, Liberal

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DIGA

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Edition

2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

The purpose of Digital Painting is to provide a creative environment that combines digital painting, montage, and digital imaging to create a body of final artwork for portfolio presentation. We will discuss the crossover possibilities of photography and collage. Through the use of digital painting, scanned images and original or appropriated photographs, students will produce work that expands the perspective of how photography can be combined with painting to create collage works. Students will also learn about the historical and contemporary practice of collage through examples of selected artists working in and with the digital genre. Attributes: Arts Gen Ed, *The Arts Gen Ed, Liberal

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DIGA

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4

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4

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

The content of this course will vary by term and section. Students may repeat this course for credit as long as the topic differs. Please refer to the Term Guide for course topic offerings. Attributes: Liberal

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DIGA

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2

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.sunyempire.edu

Students have the opportunity to develop individualized studies with their mentor in Digital Arts (DIGA). Please contact your mentor/advisor for more details.

Subject

DIGA

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1

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8

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.sunyempire.edu

The purpose of this study is for advanced students of collage to investigate, create, experiment and continue to hone their skills and craft in the medium. This study is also meant to be very process oriented so students build a progressive body of work and create a final digital portfolio to showcase their art. Attributes: Liberal Full Catalog 2026-2027 - DRAFT COPY 757

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DIGA

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

In this course, students will learn about media-based organizing, a collaborative process that uses media, art, or technology to address the roots of problems and advance holistic solutions towards a more just and creative world. Concepts and theories of “intersectionality” which recognize the interconnected nature of social categorizations such as race, class, and gender will be explored as students learn how intersectionality relates to current activism and coalition building initiatives. As part of this course, students are required to participate in the annual Allied Media Conference in Detroit, Michigan. Held every other summer, the conference brings together a vibrant and diverse community of people using media to incite change: filmmakers, radio producers, technologists, youth organizers, writers, entrepreneurs, musicians, dancers, and artists. Attributes: Liberal

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DIGA

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

• Learning Outcome: Demonstrate advanced usage of current media technologies Courses which meet this guideline include (but are not limited to): Code Title Credits

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DIGA

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4

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4

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Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.sunyempire.edu

The purpose of this study is for advanced level digital arts students to independently explore a larger project in their chosen art form(s) as well as engage with related artistic questions/concerns generated by their earlier experiences, interdisciplinary leanings and current obsessions. Interdisciplinarity and/or uses of multiple perspectives or media will be particularly encouraged by the mentor where applicable. Attributes: Liberal

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DIGA

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

How do you effectively present your original academic, artistic, and professional work for external audiences? How do you curate and assess these materials in a culminating digital portfolio? The design of a unifying portfolio prepares students to craft and hone their work into a sophisticated online presentation. The contents of your digital project may include a combination of visual, audio, written, design, and mixed- media content, as well as interactive games, digital stories, digital media, virtual worlds, maker—objects, photography, and artworks. Your fully- developed portfolio will serve as a distinguished culmination of your work for graduate schools, art galleries, networking opportunities, employment applications, professional promotions, and/or in support of a business, entrepreneurship, or non-profit entity. Prior to taking this course, students should have taken an advanced level course in digital arts, digital media, media studies, or the equivalent. Attributes: Liberal Last Generated 2:01 pm 05/26/26

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DIGA

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

The international capstone course is an opportunity for students to integrate, apply and showcase the skills and knowledge gained in their study program. It consists of a culminating group project applied to real- world social issues and problems. Students are challenged to creatively apply their competencies to a social issue that they find important, combining research, analytical, and application approaches and tactics to address it. Attributes: Liberal

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DIGA

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

Students will merge their interests in analog art forms such as drawing, painting, sculpture, collage, and/or mixed media, with state-of-the art digital technology for creating and curating digital art. Students will also study artists whose work has made strides in this area, including a roster of current practitioners and others to be researched by the student. The goal is to continue learning and applying technology that will enhance the production of unique art works at the advanced level, by refining knowledge both aesthetically and technically. The course will culminate in the creation of a digital portfolio of work with accompanying written descriptions and references. Prerequisites: Before taking this course, students should have successfully completed 1 or 2 courses that included learning about digital software (such as the Adobe Creative Suite) including but not limited to Digital Art and Design, Digital Painting, or an equivalent.. Cross-listed with ARTS 4500. Attributes: Liberal

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DIGA

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2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

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ARTS 4500

Students have the opportunity to develop individualized studies with their mentor in Digital Arts (DIGA). Please contact your mentor/advisor for more details.

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DIGA

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Edition

2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu

Two Advanced Level Electives 8 Total Credits 64

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DIGA

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Edition

2026-2027

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catalog.sunyempire.edu