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HAVC 41Introduction to Modern Art

5 creditsGE IMUndergraduateStudent Option

Examines the social, economic, and political significance of European and U.S. modernist art and architecture, moving from French realism to American minimalism. Provides the historical background and theoretical frameworks needed to make sense of modernist art and culture.

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When it runs

Fall 2026Open Fall 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Mon Wed 5:20pm–6:55pm
Thim Lecture 003B. KarlOpen 37/135

Winter 2026Open Winter 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Mon Wed Fri 2:40pm–3:45pm
R Carson Acad 240B. KarlOpen 67/70

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
Brian Karl3.8 / 53.3 / 5100%4

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