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
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
If you asked Midori Saito, former Art + Design student, what she had been up to since graduating in 2018, she would reply, “Lots of things!” This is a bit of an understatement coming from the graphic designer. For starters, Midori moved to Kansas City to continue her creative pursuits, but encountered some career shifts before getting where she is today. “Right now, I … [Read more...] about Unplanned can be the best plan: Alumni feature, Midori Saito