All Stories

MFA Student Work

Curated by Steven Bridges for the Hyde Park Art Center and Contemporary Arts Council, Cosmosis investigated how the cosmos and the field of Cosmology continue to inspire artistic production and exert influence on human understanding of the universe—and our place therein. (Curator’s description).

Combining photography, sculpture and video projection with civic engagement, Jan Tichy’s work reveals contradictions and hidden truths in our lived environment and the larger cultural, social and political sphere. For aroundcenter, Tichy focused on the Chicago Cultural Center — formerly Chicago’s main public library, and now home to the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events – where thousands of free cultural events happen annually. 

The Homan Square Story Share project is a partnership with Continuing Studies and the Shapiro Center for Collaboration to collect and archive stories in the Homan Square neighborhood. 

Ann Lui's and Craig Reschke's Future Firm's project "Rebel Garages" was awarded a grant from the City of Chicago's IncentOvate grants, through Chicago Architectural Foundation, to conduct planning to lead toward a pop-up event/festival.

Paola Aguirre recognized as one of Impact Design Hub's "40 under 40"