All Stories

These alumni love stories show that creativity can lead to real sparks. 

Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Sekile M. Nzinga shares her advice for creating an inclusive future.

Performance artist Martin O’Brien’s work is in a direct conversation with death. 

From renowned institutions to DIY alternative spaces, gallerist Monique Meloche (SAIC 1991–94) spotlights her favorite places to see art in Chicago.

In her first Letter from the President, Jiseon Lee Isbara celebrates all the ways we're better together. 

Povos Gallery wants to diminish the barriers between artist, curator, and consumer—and alums Lucca Colombelli (SAIC 2017–18) and Winston Guo (BFA 2023) are at the helm.

For more than eight years, SAIC at Homan Square has provided an integral link to the North Lawndale community. 

Alum Jennie C. Jones (BFA 1991) wins 2024 Heinz Award for her unique fusion of visual and sonic art
 

SAIC Fulbright recipients continue to spread creativity around the globe, so we caught up with two recent awardees

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), a global leader in art and design education, is launching a Master of Fine Arts in Studio, Comics program, an innovative, interdisciplinary pathway designed for aspiring comic artists.