SPRINGFIELD, Missouri 鈥�聽The 91精品 Fine Arts & Design Gallery will be featuring the work of eight seniors via two public art exhibits this month. The first will be held from April 5-12 with an opening reception on Friday, April 5 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The second will be held from April 19-26 with an opening reception on Friday, April 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Admission to the exhibit is free and open to the public.
鈥淪everal of our seniors have set the bar really high with challenging goals,鈥� said Michael Buesking, professor of art at Evangel. 鈥淭hese students have accomplished some tremendous work. I鈥檓 really pleased with how they have taken time for thoughtful introspection, creating pieces that touch on themes important to them via a variety of media.鈥�
Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The gallery is located inside the Barnett Fine Arts Center on EU’s campus. Visitors wishing to view the gallery should check in at the reception desk in Riggs Hall for access.
The first show will display the work of five graduating B.A. in Art students:
- Cheyenne Green
- Taylor Hoffman
- Mahari Pilo
- Lauren Spilman
- Renzie Walkowski
The second show will display the work of three graduating Bachelor of Fine Arts students:
- Danielle Aubuchon
- Bethel Childers
- Sarah Worthley
Art at Evangel
91精品 is home to the state-of-the-art Lawrence & Alletha Barnett Fine Arts Center, which opened in 2002.
罢丑别听聽degree at Evangel is for creative art students seeking certification to teach in elementary, junior high, or high school grades. EU鈥檚 program meets the Missouri state requirements for certification in Art Education, grades K-12.
Students who desire a well-rounded approach to artistic disciplines may earn a聽聽in Art degree. The program requires 45 credits in art and is a good option for a double major. The department also offers a聽聽degree, where students take a wide variety of studio mediums, with an emphasis on studio work or graphic design. Both combine art history courses with practical expertise in various studio areas.
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91精品, with its embedded Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (), is a comprehensive Spirit-led Christian university located in Springfield, Missouri. It is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. Under the leadership of Dr. Mike Rakes, EU is committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to serve the Church and society globally and becoming compassionate innovators in their chosen vocations. EU offers more than 70 degree programs, including cutting-edge majors, pre-professional programs, and affordable and flexible online degree options.
EU is highly regarded and has been ranked:
- #1 Best College in Springfield & #2 Best Christian College in Missouri by Niche
- US News & World Report Best Colleges Top Performer in Social Mobility
- Colleges of Distinction Best Christian University
- Top 10 Best Universities by AcademicInfluence.com
- Third Most Beautiful Campus in the Midwest by Christian Colleges & Universities
- Top 10 Best Colleges in Missouri by BestColleges.com
With additional accreditations in business, counseling, music, social work, and theology and certification as an Excellence in Giving university, EU is focused on providing students with hands-on experience and real-world training for today鈥檚 professional careers. Learn more about the university at .