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Art, Design, and Art History

Dynamic and diverse students discovering the future.

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Art On The Move

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The UNLV Department of Art invites artists to apply for the Fall 2025 Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Program in Art. We are seeking applications that present unique perspectives, rigorous artistic skill and exploration, and a potential for dynamic growth. We welcome artists from diverse backgrounds who want to participate in the  dialogues within contemporary art and culture and the creation of…
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"Wow” exclaimed the child, after hearing his first concert. He said this right in the concert hall so that everyone could hear his voice in those quiet moments just after the music ended. The children’s book “The Boy Who Said WOW” (beautifully written by Todd Boss and exquisitely illustrated by Rashin Kheiriyeh) explains that the young man, Ronan, who uttered that exuberant word, actually seldom…
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Save the date! Fine Arts Advising will hold an open house noon-4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19. Fine Arts faculty, staff, and students are invited to meet the Fine Arts advising team. See where our offices are, get a chance to get to know our team, and learn more about who we are and how we serve you! You do not have to stay the entire time! This is a drop-in event. Where:…
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UNLV Visiting Artists, Designers, and Art Historians

Sponsored by the Department of Art, the College of Fine Arts, and community partners

The UNLV Department of Art is fortunate to host cutting edge artists, designers, and art historians. These inspiring creative leaders visit the campus to engage with students in the classroom, teach workshops, share their research, facilitate discussions, and offer critique.

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The season begins with a very special percussion concert 'Experiential Awareness' Sept. 18.

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Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart welcomes MFA candidate Karla Lagunas through Sept. 14; Lagunas created an installation, Meta-Telos III.

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With an artist's attention to detail, the administrative assistant and BTS 'stan' leaves an early impression on on her Lee Business School colleagues.

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Students receive scholarships while their artwork is run in rotation throughout the summer on the world's largest LED screen.

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The Department of Art is one of the departments in the College of Fine Arts.