Policy & Advocacy in the Arts

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Arts organizations operate within a public policy environment which impacts many aspects of their functions including planning, production, presentation, and funding. In this course, students will learn about the public policy system which concerns the arts and culture in the United States. Some key topics include arts policy history and purposes, policy formulation and implementation processes, as well as major issues involved in the policy system. Moreover, students will consider how as arts managers, artists, and audience, they can influence arts policy development and change through advocacy. Through a variety of course materials, from academic and policy resources to case studies and group discussions, students will be able to acquire knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the field of arts policy and advocacy. Prerequisite: CCA 201 or permission of instructor.