Arts

Quilts and Coverlets: Art for the American Home

In commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, this exhibition focuses on a distinctly American art form. Quilts and coverlets originated as functional pieces for keeping warm, but developed into important forms of expression and community. Visit this special exhibition to trace their evolution ov…

Aimee Lee: A Solo Exhibition

Aimee Lee is an internationally recognized artist and scholar specializing in Korean papermaking traditions. This exhibition features dresses made entirely by hand from hanji, traditional Korean paper made from the bark of the paper mulberry tree.

School of Art 2026 Student Annual Art Exhibition

The 2026 Student Annual Gallery will be open Feb. 27-March 19 at the CVA Gallery. Join us on March 19 from 5-7 p.m. for a reception. Awards will be presented at 6 p.m.

School of Art Portfolio Review Day

Review your portfolio with the School of Art faculty! You may attend a session either to receive feedback on your portfolio (if you have not yet been accepted for admission to KSU) or for scholarship consideration (if you have been accepted for admission to KSU).

School of Art Portfolio Review Day

Review your portfolio with the School of Art faculty! You may attend a session either to receive feedback on your portfolio (if you have not yet been accepted for admission to KSU) or for scholarship consideration (if you have been accepted for admission to KSU).

FAB's Roaring Night Out

Join us for FAB's annual formal inspired by the Roaring '20s! This event will take place on Saturday, February 21, from 7:00 - 10:00 in the KSC ballroom. RSVPs will open on January 19th and will be first-come, first-serve, so make sure to RSVP early! RSVPs can be made through KSU Engage.

Kent State School of Art Biennial Faculty Show

January 20 – February 13, 2026CVA Gallery Opening Reception: Friday, January 23 | 5-7 p.m. Biennial Faculty Show features the work of full-time, part-time and emeritus Kent State University School of Art faculty. This exhibit is presented with support from the Ohio Arts Council. 

Opening Reception: Kent State School of Art "None of us really know what we look like inside" by Corrie Slawson

"None of us really know what we look like inside" by Corrie Slawson Exhibition: January 30- March 7, 2026 Reception: February 13, 5-7 p.m. KSU Downtown Gallery The School of Art Collection and Galleries are pleased to present "None of us really know what we look like inside,…

Kent State School of Art "A Gift in Ink" Exhibition

"A Gift in Ink: Prints from the New York Print Club’s Recent Donation to the School of Art Collection" Michener Gallery (2nd Floor Kent State University Library)

Discover Art Visit Day

Come tour the Center for Visual Arts and what our School of Art has to offer. This information session will include an opportunity for you to experience our program first-hand, learn about our program, explore the building, and see some outstanding student art exhibits!