AESTHETIC ENGAGEMENT

The goal

Aesthetic engagement allows students to not only appreciate beauty in the world but to also make informed artistic and interpretive choices within and outside of the arts.

Why this is important

Mastering this ability allows students to discover and develop their own expressive voice, unique style and creative process. They cultivate critical skills like creativity, innovation, collaboration, resiliency, empathy, work ethic and risk taking, all transferable to various career paths.

“I had no idea how much something like aesthetic engagement mattered until I reflected on how much it plays a role in my daily life. It’s not just about being open and appreciative of the arts, but reflecting on the artistic choices you make in your life. This ability is what allows us to be appreciative of the arts and become aware of how our own choices and others illustrate who we are as individuals and the world that we live in.”

— Vanessa Lund CLASS OF 2024

“Learning analysis at Alverno has made me a better leader. I understand how to ask the right questions, how to collect and consider relevant information, and how to use what I learn to make