Applicants are expected to have an MFA, MA or MS in ART a relevant field by the time of application. The program is interested in applications with demonstrated excellence in practice, research and teaching to complement the department's strengths in art making and theory. The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service. We strongly encourage applicants to submit an optional Contributions to Diversity Statement. The University of California is committed to excellence and equity in every facet of its mission and strives to recognize contributions in all areas of faculty achievement that promote equal opportunity and diversity. These contributions to diversity and equal opportunity can take a variety of forms including efforts to advance equitable access to education, public service that addresses the needs of California's diverse population, research in the area of expertise that highlights inequalities, and/or mentoring and advising of students, particularly from underrepresented and underserved populations.
Statement of Contributions to Diversity - A statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service.