Sunday, October 15
Join us on campus for one of the nation's largest portfolio days, plus come a day early for "Saturday with SAIC" and learn how to make the most of your NPD experience!
Visual & Critical Studies
Department of Visual & Critical Studies
The Department of Visual and Critical Studies is concerned with the study of visual media across many different disciplines, as well as the development of hybrid research practices, particularly the overlap between studio and scholarly production. Its programs are part of an evolving paradigm that addresses the complexity of visual and critical practices in the 21st century.
Upcoming Admissions Events
Saturday, October 21
Graduate Portfolio Day provides the opportunity for prospective students to meet one-on-one with faculty, receive immediate feedback on their portfolios, and learn more about the curricula, faculty, and application procedures from a number of colleges. RSVP.
The Bachelor of Arts in Visual and Critical Studies and Master of Arts in Visual and Critical Studies programs are designed for students who are committed to working, writing, and creating in an environment of interdisciplinary, transdisciplinary, and post-disciplinary practices.
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Department of Visual and Critical Studies
MacLean Center
112 S. Michigan Ave., suite 601
Chicago, IL 60603
Phone: 312.345.3685
Chair
Shawn Smith ssmith8@saic.edu
Graduate Program Director
Mechtild Widrich mwidri@saic.edu
BAVCS Director
Karen Morris kmorris@saic.edu