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
An exhibition of Art Education faculty work entitled, Spirituality & Coexistence, is now on view at the Cabot Gallery until August 1. This is an excellent time to see a relatively large body of recent creative works by Dr. Fatih Benzer and Dr. Steve Willis. Dr. Benzer's areas of interest include studying visual cultures through semiotics and issues related to … [Read more...] about Art Education Faculty Exhibition
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
As Iwona Zalewska-Duszek announces her retirement this year, we reflect upon the impact she has made in the Art + Design Department and beyond during her last 30 years of teaching. Iwona’s passion for MSU’s Study Away programs—combined with her dedication to foundational courses for undergraduate students—has contributed so much to the department as a whole. Iwona began … [Read more...] about Iwona Zalewska-Duszek retires, celebrating three decades at MSU
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