The term “social distance” is incredibly prevalent in our current day-to-day, and has a long, complicated history. In the nineteenth century, "social distance" was a euphemism used by the British to talk about class and by Americans to talk about race. In today’s time, it most commonly refers to the six feet distance that must be maintained to stop the spread of the … [Read more...] about Reinterpreting Social Distance
For nearly 30 years, Eric Pervukhin has been an integral part of the Art + Department—not only because of his exceptional teaching skills, but also his charismatic personality and continuous desire to encourage students. Those who had the privilege of knowing Eric Pervukhin as a professor, coworker, or even just in passing are no strangers to his contagious curiosity and … [Read more...] about Commemorating 29 years at MSU, Eric Pervukhin
The senior exhibition for BFA Design students is now open! Design students graduating this May have the chance to present their work in the BFA Senior Design Practicum Exhibition. The exhibition is showing now at the Student Exhibition Center until May 14. On display are works from students who are currently enrolled in DES 490. In this course, students finalize their … [Read more...] about Design Practicum Exhibit at the Student Exhibition Center
MSU undergraduate students in art history and visual culture presented their research at the 15th Annual Art History Symposium on May 1, 2-4:30 pm via Zoom. Students and their presentation titles: * Whitney Mosley, "Power in Portraiture: The Self-Portrayal of Isabella d’Este"* * Naysa Adams, "Archibald Motley and Jacob Lawrence: Lenses of Black Modernity" * Katie … [Read more...] about 15th Annual Art History and Visual Culture Symposium
As the spring semester comes to an end, students are putting the finishing touches on their work for the BFA in Art Senior Exhibition. This exhibition will be on display at Brick City Gallery beginning April 26 and ending May 8. Through countless critiques and revisions, these students have put in a substantial amount of effort and time in pursuing their creative goals and … [Read more...] about BFA in Art Senior Exhibition at Brick City Gallery