Take your creation from a dream to an exhibition: You’ll do that here.
Student Organizations
Grow your network and your skills in one of our student organizations. You can gain valuable experience presenting your work and make specialization a bigger part of your college career.
"“While my major has definitely taught me to be a better artist and how to be successful as a professional artist, I have also learned many useful skills such as welding and steel fabrication.” "
Billy Brooks , BFA: Sculpture

Learn in the classroom and the real world: You’ll do that here.
Open your mind to new experiences and perspectives. Students from the Department of Art and Design can travel both nationally and internationally with faculty and peers. While visiting museums, galleries, seeing local performances, and meeting local artists and scholars, students learn of possible career choices and lifestyles that they may have never considered an option. Learn more below.
Travel with Art & Design
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Previous trips have included Belgium and The Netherlands, Ireland, France, Scotland, Italy, England, and French Canada.
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The Student Opportunities Committee also organizes national trips for students and have already visited cultural destinations in New York City, Chicago, and St. Louis.
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Visit important artistic and cultural sites in cities such as London, Paris, Rome, Brussels, Amsterdam, Dublin, and Quebec.
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Visit important artistic and cultural sites in cities such as London, Paris, Rome, Brussels, Amsterdam, Dublin, and Quebec.
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Navigate through the streets of a new city, go to museums, see performances, meet local artists, and experience the art world from many different perspectives.
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Foundation Review
Foundation reviews are formal portfolio evaluations required for all art majors before they enroll in upper-level art studios.
Take the Next Step
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