Opportunities for Art Majors

What’s Happening for Art Majors

As an art major, you will have the opportunity to participate in numerous activities that will further enrich your artistic endeavors.

• Show your work: Put together an exhibit of your own work in Miller Gallery, run by the Student Art Association.

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  Making the Artful Resume

  While a student, Laura Wilkins served on the IUP University Museum board of directors, working with administrators such as Dean Michael Hood to help plan exhibits and events. Every year, a student representative is named to the board.

  Laura Wilkins, BA, Art History

• Absorb and be inspired: Enjoy works by faculty and other national and international artists in exhibitions hosted by IUP galleries and museums.
• Join: New friends are waiting in the Student Art Association, Graphic Design Student Association, Clay Club, and other art student organizations.
• Learn how art works: Get an internship.
• Make professional connections: Get involved with the campus chapter of the National Art Education Association or check out the American Society of Interior Designers.
• Change perspective: Study abroad on trips for art students. Contact the Art and Design Department Office for information.
• Teach: Students have the opportunity to teach art classes at the Artists Hand Gallery, in Indiana, Pennsylvania.
• Make your mark: The annual Chalk on the Walk art show turns campus grounds into a beautiful spectacle.