Art & Design
College of Humanities and Social Sciences | Academic Programs
Our program is devoted to the development of concepts, attitudes and skills in the visual arts within a broad university curriculum of liberal arts orientation. There are four objectives: professional training of artists and scholars in chosen areas of specialization, preparation of art educators, elective study for students in all areas of the university, and service to the local communities as a source of cultural enrichment. We are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
Why Art and Design? Learn more about our programs!
Potential Career Opportunities
Join the dynamic graphic design industry as a designer, producer, account executive, or archivist. Maintain a studio, curate at a museum or gallery, or create commissioned art pieces with your studio art degree. Share your artistic vision by exhibiting your work, teaching future generations, or by consulting with news and pop culture outlets.
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Mairin T Bierer, Art History
" I am grateful for the individual attention, research opportunities, challenge, and encouragement..."
Selena Medellin, Studio Art
"The Art Department is special because everyone is family there..."
Samantha Kary, Graphic Design
"In my time with the Graphic Design program I have grown so much as an artist..."
Kim Cao, Art Education
"In my own experience, the Art Department is giving students a lot of opportunities to develop..."
Kristen Brown, Photography
"...It makes me happy that there are so many opportunities to submit my work..."
Kylee Nyholm, Graphic Design
"...Our professors truly care about their students and want us to succeed..."
University Art Galleries
Minnesota State Mankato has two art galleries featuring rotating works by students, faculty, and professional artists.
Student Resources
Links to various student resources for Art & Design students.
Art & Design Faculty & Staff
Faculty and staff contact information for the Department of Art & Design.
