Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Fine Arts with an Emphasis in Multi-Disciplinary Studies affords students the opportunity to major in music and a secondary area as a ''double major''. Students take a core of music classes, general education classes, and electives that can be used as a second major. This degree equips the student to pursue a career in music or a secondary area. The mission of the Marshall University School of Music is to equip students for pursuing careers in their chosen field of musical study and for making a positive impact in their communities and the profession, to provide opportunities for enriching musical experiences for all Marshall University students, and to serve as an important cultural resource for the region. In the pursuit of our mission, we are committed to the following goals: to foster a student-centered environment that inspires musical, academic, and personal growth and excellence ,to educate students to think critically, work creatively, communicate effectively, and become technologically literate ,to champion the creation, performance, teaching, research, and study of music through the professional work of our music faculty ,to provide leadership within the University and the region in all matters pertaining to music ,to function as a vital and visible contributor to the cultural life of the University and community by providing performances, festivals, and other presentations, as well as by engaging in arts partnerships and other collaborations.