MINNEAPOLIS COLLEGE of ART and DESIGN A Continual Process of Forming and Transforming MCAD invites exploration and experimentation in your creative practice. Choose from courses ranging from fine arts and design to entrepreneurship and sustainability. With so many choices, where do you see yourself on this journey? Explore Our Programs Nori Donais Why MCAD? Offering a transformative education open to all backgrounds, MCAD gets you ready to confidently lead and practice in an ever-evolving world. It’s where students find their personal and professional purpose as creative leaders. Learn About Us Ella Moomey Elise Simmons MCAD's student body includes more than 800 students from 45 states and 15 countries. Explore Endless Creativity Previous Slide Image Reghan Sage Image Jamie Kubat Image Hannah Butala Image Lane Lincecum Image Molly Sullivan Image Sophia Groves Image Nicholas C. Lents Image Hollie Leggett Image Daniel Acevedo Image Jacob Pearson Next Slide Get Involved MCAD welcomes you. Through unique events, lectures, alumni programs, and more, there are endless opportunities for everyone to join in. Events 06 September 2024Master of Fine Arts Fall Show, 20246:00 PM Main Building, south hallway 06 September 2024Reception for Faculty Biennial Exhibition6:00 PM Main and Concourse Galleries 27 September 2024Visiting Artist Lecture: Natasha Bowdoin1:00 PM Auditorium 150 View all events Image Mallory Heyer Alumni Profile Mallory Heyer BFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design MCAD alumni are accomplished makers, culture shapers, and problem solvers. Amanda Donahue BFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Kehayr Brown-Ransaw BFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Mengqian "Dream" Chen MFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design BFA, Communication University of China Kelly Wilcox MA, Sustainable Design BFA, Arizona State University Jodi Reeb BFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design Kobby Appiah BFA, Minneapolis College of Art and Design More than 97% of MCAD students receive some kind of financial aid. Support MCAD’s mission to offer a world-class education to all. Ways to Give News 30 August 2024Rodriguez Revives 19th-Century Tintype Photography in Ely Image Recently, the Ely Folk School hosted a unique pop-up studio session, featuring artist Carla Alexandra Rodriguez ‘11 and her revival of tintype photography. Rodriguez, a St. News 28 August 2024Michael Carson: The Expressive Power of Spontaneity 26 August 2024From Blog to Oprah: Katie Daisy's Artistic Triumphs Illuminate Sisters PubTalk 24 August 2024Grand Marais Art Colony Expands with New Facilities and Increased Enrollment 23 August 2024Historic Art Milestone: "Alchemist Series" on the Moon View all news
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