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Art at MSU Denver
The Department of Art at Metropolitan State University of Denver is a vibrant, diverse environment full of options for students interested in pursuing a degree in a creative field. Whether you are interested in being a professional artist, designer, educator or researcher, you will learn traditional methods of art production and research as well as innovative approaches to art and design. Read more…
Land Acknowledgement Statement
By knowing our history, we can better understand our place within it and seek to be in right relationship with the people who were here before us and are here now.
READ STATEMENTDiversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy
The MSU Denver Department of Art represents a diverse community of individuals who study, teach, create, and advocate for art and design.
READ POLICYSafer Spaces Resolution
For Black, Brown, and Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) Impacted by State and Police Violence.
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Welcoming Incoming Chair, Thanking Outgoing Chair
Professor Matt Jenkins takes the helm as Art Department Chair
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Our Mission, Facilities, Career Prospects, and Student, Faculty and Alumni Stories
EXPLORE ART AT MSU DENVERProgram Options
The Department of Art offers Bachelor's degrees, minors, and a teaching licensure, as well as coursework and special programs for both art majors and non-art majors.
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Accreditation
Metropolitan State University of Denver is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
The University’s offerings in Art and Industrial Design are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
Learn more about NASAD.
Art Stories and Events
Let Us Know What's Happening!
MSU Denver Art students, alumni, faculty and staff are invited to submit your art stories and events so we can help spread the word on this website, in social media and via other promotions.
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Office Location
Auraria Campus Arts Building
First Floor, Suite 187
Office Phone
303-615-0300
Office Email
[email protected]
Mailing Address
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Department of Art
Campus Box 59
P.O. Box 173362
Denver, CO 80217-3362
Shipping Address
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Department of Art
Attention: (faculty or staff member name)
1201 5th Street
Denver, CO 80204
Giving to the Department of Art
Help the Department of Art and the Center for Visual Art reach their campaign goals.
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