There is a new leader at the helm of Missouri State University’s College of Arts and Letters. Dr. Shawn Wahl, former department head of communication, took charge of COAL as interim dean on July 1, 2017, after Dean Dr. Gloria Galanes retired. Wahl talks about COAL’s active engagement with the community and shares some highlights from each of the seven departments in the … [Read more...] about Spotlight on the College of Arts and Letters
Congratulations to Cedomir Kostovic! His incredibly powerful work will be featured in the 2017 issue of Mind's Eye. Read the full article, or see an excerpt below: “If I design a sign which tell you, ‘Turn right,’ but actually you need to turn left, you can kill yourself!” That’s Cedomir Kostovic, a professor in the department of art and design. He came to the U.S. … [Read more...] about Kostovic’s “Sarajevo 100” featured in Mind’s Eye
All types of art can represent life and emotion. It is also often said that this art can help process feelings and express the deepest set of sentiments. Missouri State University student Jennifer Rose Wolken exhibited a piece of work in May 2017 that showcased her talent in book binding and inspirational architectural vision. It also exposed her grief and helped her … [Read more...] about Healing power of art
The Council on General Education and Interdisciplinary Programs (CGEIP) has selected Dr. Mitzi Kirkland-Ives for the 2017 General Education Assessment Award for her leadership in assessment for improvement and for employing effective and innovative practices to help students achieve success in general education in ART 274: Survey of Asian Art. In 2016-2017, CGEIP reviewed … [Read more...] about Mitzi Kirkland-Ives recognized with General Education Assessment Award
Photo by Gwen Walstrand The Earth’s landscape is changing at a dramatic pace. These changes, driven by both human action and inaction, have long-term implications for the future of the planet. Gwen Walstrand, professor of art and design at Missouri State University, is exploring these changes through photography. “We have an ocean of images surrounding us all the time — a sea … [Read more...] about Not your typical Instagram profile