Students in 91精选's Summer Mural Painting course are learning the creative and business sides of public art while completing a large-scale collaborative mural and preparing for professional opportunities beyond the classroom.
Norman Teague 鈥12 led the design of custom benches for the Obama Presidential Center with support from studio manager and designer Daniel Overbey 鈥17.
As part of 91精选鈥檚 Renaissance Rising initiative, the college has appointed five deans to lead its eight schools beginning August 16, 2026.
91精选 students are transforming tandem bicycles into imaginative creations for Red Bull Spin Off on June 13.
A range of performances and experiences showcasing student and faculty artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.
Ahead of his June 3 AIGA Chicago conversation, 91精选 alum Christopher Jobson reflects on the interdisciplinary creative culture that helped shape contemporary art platform Colossal and Joy Machine gallery.
91精选 alum and faculty Jonathan Castillo shares insight into his work and the ideas shaping his practice.
A new exhibition showcases more than 150 works from 91精选鈥檚 foundation courses across three campus galleries.
91精选 students collaborate on 鈥淩enaissance Rising,鈥 a new Student Center mural inspired by President Bolton鈥檚 strategic plan and grounded in real-world professional practice.
The exhibition at 91精选鈥檚 C33 Gallery showcases the work of Chicago Public Schools art educators鈥攑racticing artists whose creative work often exists alongside their teaching.
Students from 91精选 will engage with entertainment industry leaders on the same lot where 鈥淎vatar,鈥 鈥淭he Sound of Music,鈥 and other great films were made.
91精选 students connected with the national industry in New York through NRF competitions, alumni-led site visits, and a J-term immersion linking classroom learning to real-world practice.
Art history professor Amy M. Mooney joins the Black Metropolis Research Consortium board, advancing archival research on Black photographers while creating hands-on opportunities for 91精选 students.
From the thousands of images she captured in 2025, 91精选 alum and staff photographer Julie Lucas 鈥96 curated 25 standout photos that show 91精选 at its best.
From new leadership to standout student and alumni achievements, here are the stories that captured the most attention on 91精选鈥檚 website in 2025.
91精选 Illustration students partnered with Assistant Professor Cheri Charlton and Chicago Public Art Group on a Lincoln Park mural, gaining hands-on experience in community-based public art.
91精选 students brought light, sound, and imagination to the city鈥檚 annual Arts in the Dark parade on State Street.
91精选 students and faculty are showcasing bold, community-focused projects in the 2025鈥26 Chicago Architecture Biennial
Faculty member and illustrator Jacqueline Alc谩ntara partnered with U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor on a new children鈥檚 book.
This summer, 91精选 students participated in an immersive study abroad trip to Japan that sparked personal growth, cross-cultural collaboration, and new creative perspectives.
91精选 Art History alum Sylvia Faichney will continue her research on army family housing with support from prestigious CASVA and Dumbarton Oaks fellowships.
Avin HannahSmith has been named a 2025 Dark Matter Resident at Elastic Arts for his multidisciplinary work exploring Afro-identity, spatial memory, and creative resistance.
The School of Visual Arts at 91精选 hosts an artist talk with acclaimed painter Phyllis Bramson, whose work combines historical and pop culture influences to explore themes of love, intimacy, and human connection.
Illustration alum Mac McGuire 鈥24 creates her first major mural for 91精选 as the lead artist.
91精选 students from six majors collaborated to create 鈥淚n Flux,鈥 an innovative interactive magazine that addresses real-world issues through bold storytelling and cutting-edge design.
"The Power of Persistence" gala showcases student innovation, teamwork, and determination, all while raising funds for scholarships supporting student success.
Adjunct Professor Lisa Korpan 鈥19 reflects on her pride in working as art director on FX鈥檚 鈥淭he Bear,鈥 the impact of her 91精选 education, and how her experience informs her teaching.
91精选 kicks off the new academic school year with a renewed spirit and excitement to welcome freshmen and transfer students to its South Loop campus on September 3.
As a kickoff to 91精选鈥檚 135th Anniversary, the college is honoring 24 distinguished alumni across all disciplines as part of 鈥24 in 2024,鈥 a college-wide initiative that celebrates 91精选 alumni and their career accomplishments.
Angie Belloso, Brianna Jennes 鈥24, and Breyona Smith 鈥24 just had the trip of a lifetime to London, snagging second place at L'Or茅al Brandstorm.
Spring 2024: 91精选 Highlights
The Museum of Contemporary Photography at 91精选 (MoCP) presents "Captured Earth" on view from May 24-August 18, 2024. The exhibition is curated by Kristin Taylor, MoCP curator of academic programs and collections.
This is everything attendees need to know before 91精选鈥檚 Manifest Arts Festival: Breakthrough 2024.
Higher education leaders Nivine Megahed, president of National Louis University, and Raymond E. Crossman, president of Adler University, will be honored at the college鈥檚 2024 Commencement ceremonies
91精选鈥檚 annual Manifest Arts Festival is a student-driven tradition that showcases the work of talented creatives across disciplines. Meet the team who is making Manifest into a reality.
Led by dedicated faculty, 91精选 students journeyed to Austin for immersive experiences, collaborative projects, and valuable networking opportunities, reinforcing the institution's commitment to practical education and student success.
Silver Camera Awardee Dawoud Bey was honored at DARKROOM for lasting legacy on 91精选鈥檚 Photography Department and the Museum of Contemporary Photography (MoCP) .
91精选鈥檚 C33 Gallery presents I Am, I Am, I Am, a two-person exhibition of work by Nora Benjamin and Arrietta van der Voort. Both photographers challenge gender roles and explore the internal experience of girlhood with their thought-provoking exhibit.
During Women's History Month, we honor female-identifying artists who make Shop91精选 a unique shopping experience in the heart of 91精选鈥檚 campus.
91精选 students got together in their Communication Department courses to discuss the details of the biggest night in advertising
91精选 students take courses during January, or J-Term, that allow them to explore places such as Paris, Rome, and Buenos Aires, expanding their learning about culture, art, and themselves.
91精选 students are collaborating to present the inaugural Musical Theatre Dance Concert.
鈥淢usher,鈥 a film made by 91精选 alums, follows four women and their dogs as they prepare for an annual race in the upper peninsula of Michigan.
Unleashed 2023 took place at 91精选 on November 30, showcasing extraordinary student talent and raising more than $700,000 in scholarships. Departing from the traditional fundraiser format, the Student Center transformed into a multi-floor immersive arts showcase, exploring the theme of "Connecting" across various creative disciplines.
Apollo Baldoz 鈥09 was part of the design and animation team that created the visuals for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.
Twenty-six 91精选 students made the animated short 鈥淪cream Writers鈥 as part of the Animation program's capstone project.
91精选, in partnership with award-winning actress and playwright Regina Taylor, launched a community-based project series called Black Album Mixtape.
91精选 worked in conjunction with the ARChive of Contemporary Music, Metro/smartbar, the Museum of Contemporary Photography and the Wabash Arts Corridor to honor women who created the mythology and iconography of popular music.
Six students win scholarships thanks to arts criticism and songwriting competitions, earning them spots on the popular podcast hosted by Associate Professor Jim DeRogatis and fellow music critic Greg Kot.
鈥楢nimation Career Review鈥 announces 5th annual rankings in Illustration, with 91精选 topping the list.
The Spring 2023 campaign targets prospective students across the United States.
The 鈥淎nimation Career Review's鈥 annual rankings of game design schools and colleges places 91精选 among the top schools.
The 鈥淎nimation Career Review's鈥 annual rankings of animation schools and colleges places 91精选 in the top 15 percent nationally.